As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Alamance, NC is $98,129, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,887 weekly, or $8,177 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 Alamance, NC vary widely, spanning from $82,412 to $114,806. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($89,902) and 75th percentile ($106,859), while top earners (90th percentile) make $114,806 per year. This $16,957 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, Alamance Software Security Engineer often earn 2.4% 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 $82,412 Alamance, NC January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $89,902 Alamance, NC January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $98,129 Alamance, NC January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $106,859 Alamance, NC January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $114,806 Alamance, NC January 01, 2026
25% $89,902 10% $82,412 90% $114,806 75% $106,859 $98,129 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
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Alamance, North Carolina    Alamance is a village in Alamance County, North Carolina, United States. It is part of the Burlington, North Carolina Metropolitan Statistical Area. T....More

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