As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Anderson, SC is $97,241, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,870 weekly, or $8,103 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 Anderson, SC vary widely, spanning from $81,666 to $113,767. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($89,088) and 75th percentile ($105,891), while top earners (90th percentile) make $113,767 per year. This $16,803 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, Anderson Software Security Engineer often earn 1.9% lower than national averages. However, Anderson currently ranks 681 statewide for Software Security Engineer job salary. 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 $81,666 Anderson, SC January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $89,088 Anderson, SC January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $97,241 Anderson, SC January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $105,891 Anderson, SC January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $113,767 Anderson, SC 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
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Anderson, South Carolina    Anderson is a city in and the county seat of Anderson County, South Carolina, United States. The population was 26,686 at the 2010 census, and the cit....More

Anderson, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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