As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Louisville, KY is $101,170, equivalent to $49 per hour, $1,946 weekly, or $8,431 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 Louisville, KY vary widely, spanning from $84,947 to $118,574. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($92,678) and 75th percentile ($110,280), while top earners (90th percentile) make $118,574 per year. This $17,602 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, Louisville Software Security Engineer often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Louisville currently ranks 538 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 $84,947 Louisville, KY April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $92,678 Louisville, KY April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $101,170 Louisville, KY April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $110,280 Louisville, KY April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $118,574 Louisville, KY 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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