As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Moline, IL is $99,050, equivalent to $48 per hour, $1,905 weekly, or $8,254 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 Moline, IL vary widely, spanning from $83,185 to $115,883. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($90,746) and 75th percentile ($107,861), while top earners (90th percentile) make $115,883 per year. This $17,115 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, Moline Software Security Engineer often earn 8.2% lower than national averages. However, Moline currently ranks 620 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 $83,185 Moline, IL January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $90,746 Moline, IL January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $99,050 Moline, IL January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $107,861 Moline, IL January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $115,883 Moline, IL January 01, 2026
25% $90,746 10% $83,185 90% $115,883 75% $107,861 $99,050 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Software Security Engineer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    4 - 7 years experience
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About Moline, Illinois    Moline (/moʊˈliːn/ moh-LEEN) is a city located in Rock Island County, Illinois, United States. With a population of 43,977 in 2010, it is the largest....More

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