As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Baltimore, MD is $109,078, equivalent to $52 per hour, $2,098 weekly, or $9,090 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 Baltimore, MD vary widely, spanning from $91,601 to $127,939. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($99,930) and 75th percentile ($118,950), while top earners (90th percentile) make $127,939 per year. This $19,020 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, Baltimore Software Security Engineer often earn 0.0% higher than national averages. However, Baltimore currently ranks 262 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 $91,601 Baltimore, MD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $99,930 Baltimore, MD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $109,078 Baltimore, MD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $118,950 Baltimore, MD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $127,939 Baltimore, MD June 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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