As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Madison, WI is $104,227, equivalent to $50 per hour, $2,004 weekly, or $8,686 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 Madison, WI vary widely, spanning from $87,514 to $122,158. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($95,479) and 75th percentile ($113,613), while top earners (90th percentile) make $122,158 per year. This $18,134 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, Madison Software Security Engineer often earn 0.2% lower than national averages. However, Madison currently ranks 409 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 $87,514 Madison, WI April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $95,479 Madison, WI April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $104,227 Madison, WI April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $113,613 Madison, WI April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $122,158 Madison, WI 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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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Software Security Engineer in Madison, WI. The base salary for Software Security Engineer ranges from $95,479 to $113,613 with the average base salary of $104,227. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $100,336 to $129,390 with the average total cash compensation of $114,498.

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About Madison, Wisconsin    Madison is located in the center of Dane County in south-central Wisconsin, 77 miles (124 km) west of Milwaukee and 122 miles (196 km) northwest of Ch....More

Madison, Wisconsin  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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