As of February 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Security Systems Technician in District of Columbia is $44,373, equivalent to $21 per hour, $853 weekly, or $3,698 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Security Systems Technician in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Security Systems Technician in District of Columbia vary widely, spanning from $36,354 to $53,396. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($40,175) and 75th percentile ($49,096), while top earners (90th percentile) make $53,396 per year. This $8,921 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% higher than national averages due to demand from Fortune 62 companies. However, District of Columbia currently ranks 1 nationwide for Security Systems Technician job salary. 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 $36,354 DC February 01, 2026
25th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $40,175 DC February 01, 2026
50th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $44,373 DC February 01, 2026
75th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $49,096 DC February 01, 2026
90th Percentile Security Systems Technician Salary $53,396 DC February 01, 2026
25% $40,175 10% $36,354 90% $53,396 75% $49,096 $44,373 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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Location Naval Anacost Annex, DC Avg. Salary $50,322 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Parcel Return Service, DC Avg. Salary $50,322 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Washington, DC Avg. Salary $50,322 Date Updated February 01, 2026
Location Washington Navy Yard, DC Avg. Salary $50,322 Date Updated February 01, 2026
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