As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Aberdeen, MD is $106,096, equivalent to $51 per hour, $2,040 weekly, or $8,841 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Software Security Engineer in cities like Santa Clara, San Jose, and Fremont.

Annually Salaries for Software Security Engineer in Aberdeen, MD vary widely, spanning from $89,103 to $124,127. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($97,201) and 75th percentile ($115,534), while top earners (90th percentile) make $124,127 per year. This $18,333 pay gap underscores opportunities for salary growth through certifications, specialized skills like Analysis or Security Architecture, or targeting high-paying regions like District of Columbia or California.

Location and experience significantly influence earnings. For example, Aberdeen Software Security Engineer often earn 2.7% higher than national averages. 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
Software Security Engineer Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $89,103 Aberdeen, MD January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $97,201 Aberdeen, MD January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $106,096 Aberdeen, MD January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $115,534 Aberdeen, MD January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $124,127 Aberdeen, MD January 01, 2026
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    Software Security Engineer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
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About Aberdeen, Maryland    Aberdeen is a city located in Harford County, Maryland, 26 miles (42 km) northeast of Baltimore. The population was 14,959 at the 2010 United States C....More

Aberdeen, Maryland  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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