As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Abingdon, VA is $92,315, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,775 weekly, or $7,693 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 Abingdon, VA vary widely, spanning from $77,512 to $108,196. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($84,566) and 75th percentile ($100,628), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,196 per year. This $16,062 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, Abingdon Software Security Engineer often earn 13.3% lower 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 $77,512 Abingdon, VA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $84,566 Abingdon, VA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $92,315 Abingdon, VA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $100,628 Abingdon, VA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $108,196 Abingdon, VA April 01, 2026
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    Software Security Engineer

    2 - 4 years experience
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About Abingdon, Virginia    Abingdon is a town in Washington County, Virginia, United States, 133 miles (214 km) southwest of Roanoke. The population was 8,191 at the 2010 census....More

Abingdon, Virginia  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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