As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Nashville, TN is $100,429, equivalent to $48 per hour, $1,931 weekly, or $8,369 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 Nashville, TN vary widely, spanning from $84,325 to $117,706. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($92,000) and 75th percentile ($109,473), while top earners (90th percentile) make $117,706 per year. This $17,473 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, Nashville Software Security Engineer often earn 1.6% lower than national averages. However, Nashville currently ranks 562 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 $84,325 Nashville, TN April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $92,000 Nashville, TN April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $100,429 Nashville, TN April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $109,473 Nashville, TN April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $117,706 Nashville, TN 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 Nashville, TN. The base salary for Software Security Engineer ranges from $92,000 to $109,473 with the average base salary of $100,429. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $96,679 to $124,675 with the average total cash compensation of $110,326.

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