As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Fargo, ND is $101,847, equivalent to $49 per hour, $1,959 weekly, or $8,487 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 Fargo, ND vary widely, spanning from $85,515 to $119,368. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($93,298) and 75th percentile ($111,018), while top earners (90th percentile) make $119,368 per year. This $17,720 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, Fargo Software Security Engineer often earn 2.5% lower than national averages. However, Fargo currently ranks 518 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 $85,515 Fargo, ND April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $93,298 Fargo, ND April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $101,847 Fargo, ND April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $111,018 Fargo, ND April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $119,368 Fargo, ND 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 Fargo, North Dakota    Fargo is a core city of the Fargo-Moorhead metropolitan area, which also includes Moorhead, West Fargo, and Dilworth as well as outlying communities. ....More

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