As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Senior Security Analyst in the US is $121,305, equivalent to $58 per hour, $2,333 weekly, or $10,109 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Senior Security Analyst in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Senior Security Analyst in the US vary widely, spanning from $104,533 to $141,472. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($112,526) and 75th percentile ($131,861), while top earners (90th percentile) make $141,472 per year. This $19,335 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Incident Response, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, District of Columbia Senior Security Analyst often earn 10.7% above national averages due to demand from Fortune 70 companies and industry startups. Professionals are advised to focus on high-growth sectors like to offset market challenges.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Senior Security Analyst Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Senior Security Analyst Salary $104,533 US January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Senior Security Analyst Salary $112,526 US January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Senior Security Analyst Salary $121,305 US January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Senior Security Analyst Salary $131,861 US January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Senior Security Analyst Salary $141,472 US January 01, 2026
25% $112,526 10% $104,533 90% $141,472 75% $131,861 $121,305 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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