As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Derry, NH is $110,882, equivalent to $53 per hour, $2,132 weekly, or $9,240 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 Derry, NH vary widely, spanning from $93,101 to $129,957. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($101,575) and 75th percentile ($120,866), while top earners (90th percentile) make $129,957 per year. This $19,291 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, Derry Software Security Engineer often earn 3.7% higher than national averages. However, Derry currently ranks 217 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 $93,101 Derry, NH April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $101,575 Derry, NH April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $110,882 Derry, NH April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $120,866 Derry, NH April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $129,957 Derry, NH April 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 Derry, New Hampshire    Derry is a town in Rockingham County, New Hampshire, United States. The population was 33,109 at the 2010 census. Although it is a town and not a city....More

Derry, New Hampshire  area prices were up 1.4% from a year ago

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