As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Adel, GA is $93,347, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,795 weekly, or $7,779 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 Adel, GA vary widely, spanning from $78,396 to $109,211. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($85,521) and 75th percentile ($101,651), while top earners (90th percentile) make $109,211 per year. This $16,130 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, Adel Software Security Engineer often earn 8.5% 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 $78,396 Adel, GA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $85,521 Adel, GA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $93,347 Adel, GA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $101,651 Adel, GA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $109,211 Adel, GA 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 Adel, Georgia    The city of Adel is the county seat of Cook County, Georgia, United States, located fifty-two miles southeast of Albany. As of the 2010 census, the ci....More

Adel, Georgia  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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