As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in El Paso, TX is $92,116, equivalent to $44 per hour, $1,771 weekly, or $7,676 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 El Paso, TX vary widely, spanning from $77,351 to $108,075. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($84,388) and 75th percentile ($100,470), while top earners (90th percentile) make $108,075 per year. This $16,082 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, El Paso Software Security Engineer often earn 10.7% lower than national averages. However, El Paso currently ranks 794 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 $77,351 El Paso, TX August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $84,388 El Paso, TX August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $92,116 El Paso, TX August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $100,470 El Paso, TX August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $108,075 El Paso, TX August 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Software Security Engineer in El Paso, TX. The base salary for Software Security Engineer ranges from $84,388 to $100,470 with the average base salary of $92,116. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $89,614 to $115,558 with the average total cash compensation of $102,259.

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About El Paso, Texas    El Paso is located at the intersection of three states (Texas, New Mexico, and Chihuahua) and two countries (the U.S. and Mexico). It is the only majo....More

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