As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in New York, NY is $122,604, equivalent to $59 per hour, $2,358 weekly, or $10,217 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 New York, NY vary widely, spanning from $102,943 to $143,695. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($112,313) and 75th percentile ($133,644), while top earners (90th percentile) make $143,695 per year. This $21,331 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, New York Software Security Engineer often earn 9.0% higher than national averages. However, New York currently ranks 10 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 $102,943 New York, NY April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $112,313 New York, NY April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $122,604 New York, NY April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $133,644 New York, NY April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $143,695 New York, NY 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
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