As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Fayetteville, AR is $96,093, equivalent to $46 per hour, $1,848 weekly, or $8,008 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 Fayetteville, AR vary widely, spanning from $80,691 to $112,742. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($88,031) and 75th percentile ($104,808), while top earners (90th percentile) make $112,742 per year. This $16,777 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, Fayetteville Software Security Engineer often earn 0.6% lower than national averages. However, Fayetteville currently ranks 710 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 $80,691 Fayetteville, AR August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $88,031 Fayetteville, AR August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $96,093 Fayetteville, AR August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $104,808 Fayetteville, AR August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $112,742 Fayetteville, AR August 01, 2026
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    Software Security Engineer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Cyber Security Architect II

    4 - 7 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Fayetteville, Arkansas    Fayetteville is the third-largest city in Arkansas and county seat of Washington County. The city is centrally located within the county and has been....More

Fayetteville, Arkansas  area prices were up 1.2% from a year ago

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