As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Allen, KY is $93,231, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,793 weekly, or $7,769 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 Allen, KY vary widely, spanning from $78,298 to $109,075. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($85,414) and 75th percentile ($101,524), while top earners (90th percentile) make $109,075 per year. This $16,110 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, Allen Software Security Engineer often earn 6.4% 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 $78,298 Allen, KY January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $85,414 Allen, KY January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $93,231 Allen, KY January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $101,524 Allen, KY January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $109,075 Allen, KY January 01, 2026
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    Software Security Engineer

    2 - 4 years experience
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About Allen, Kentucky    Allen is a home rule-class city in Floyd County, Kentucky, in the United States. The population was 193 at the 2010 census, up from 150 at the 2000 ce....More

Allen, Kentucky  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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