As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Jacksonville, FL is $99,145, equivalent to $48 per hour, $1,907 weekly, or $8,262 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 Jacksonville, FL vary widely, spanning from $83,265 to $115,995. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($90,833) and 75th percentile ($107,965), while top earners (90th percentile) make $115,995 per year. This $17,132 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, Jacksonville Software Security Engineer often earn 1.0% lower than national averages. However, Jacksonville currently ranks 615 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 $83,265 Jacksonville, FL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $90,833 Jacksonville, FL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $99,145 Jacksonville, FL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $107,965 Jacksonville, FL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $115,995 Jacksonville, FL January 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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