As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Security Systems Technician in the US is $40,070, equivalent to $19 per hour, $771 weekly, or $3,339 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Security Systems Technician in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Security Systems Technician in the US vary widely, spanning from $32,830 to $48,256. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($36,281) and 75th percentile ($44,355), while top earners (90th percentile) make $48,256 per year. This $8,074 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Customer Service or Technical Documentation, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Security Systems Technician often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 62 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like Edu., Gov't. & Nonprofit to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Security Systems Technician Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $32,830 US August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $36,281 US August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $40,070 US August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $44,355 US August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $48,256 US August 01, 2026
25% $36,281 10% $32,830 90% $48,256 75% $44,355 $40,070 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Surveillance Operator

    0 - 1 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Security Systems Technician

    1 - 3 years experience
    High School Diploma or Technical Certificate

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    Surveillance Supervisor

    3 + years experience
    Associate's Degree

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Security Systems Technician in the United States. The base salary for Security Systems Technician ranges from $36,281 to $44,355 with the average base salary of $40,070. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $41,174 to $54,133 with the average total cash compensation of $46,718.

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