As of August 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Lincoln, NE is $98,706, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,898 weekly, or $8,226 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 Lincoln, NE vary widely, spanning from $82,885 to $115,807. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($90,425) and 75th percentile ($107,658), while top earners (90th percentile) make $115,807 per year. This $17,233 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, Lincoln Software Security Engineer often earn 1.0% lower than national averages. However, Lincoln currently ranks 632 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 $82,885 Lincoln, NE August 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $90,425 Lincoln, NE August 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $98,706 Lincoln, NE August 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $107,658 Lincoln, NE August 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $115,807 Lincoln, NE 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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