As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Afton, MN is $109,905, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,114 weekly, or $9,159 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 Afton, MN vary widely, spanning from $92,301 to $128,583. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($100,691) and 75th percentile ($119,682), while top earners (90th percentile) make $128,583 per year. This $18,991 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, Afton Software Security Engineer often earn 1.5% 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 $92,301 Afton, MN January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $100,691 Afton, MN January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $109,905 Afton, MN January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $119,682 Afton, MN January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $128,583 Afton, MN 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Software Security Engineer in Afton, MN. The base salary for Software Security Engineer ranges from $100,691 to $119,682 with the average base salary of $109,905. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $104,955 to $135,350 with the average total cash compensation of $119,774.

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About Afton, Minnesota    Afton is a city in Washington County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 2,886 at the 2010 census. It is located on a small bay where Valle....More

Afton, Minnesota  area prices were up 1.4% from a year ago

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