As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Akron, MI is $99,032, equivalent to $48 per hour, $1,904 weekly, or $8,253 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Software Security Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Software Security Engineer in Akron, MI vary widely, spanning from $83,159 to $116,190. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($90,723) and 75th percentile ($108,013), while top earners (90th percentile) make $116,190 per year. This $17,290 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, Akron Software Security Engineer often earn 4.9% 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 $83,159 Akron, MI August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $90,723 Akron, MI August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $99,032 Akron, MI August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $108,013 Akron, MI August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $116,190 Akron, MI August 01, 2026
25% $90,723 10% $83,159 90% $116,190 75% $108,013 $99,032 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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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 Akron, Michigan    Akron is a village in Tuscola County of the U.S. state of Michigan. The population was 402 at the 2010 census. The village is located on the boundary....More

Akron, Michigan  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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