As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Phoenix, AZ is $104,509, equivalent to $50 per hour, $2,010 weekly, or $8,709 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 Phoenix, AZ vary widely, spanning from $87,770 to $122,270. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($95,747) and 75th percentile ($113,806), while top earners (90th percentile) make $122,270 per year. This $18,059 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, Phoenix Software Security Engineer often earn 1.4% lower than national averages. However, Phoenix currently ranks 394 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 $87,770 Phoenix, AZ January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $95,747 Phoenix, AZ January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $104,509 Phoenix, AZ January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $113,806 Phoenix, AZ January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $122,270 Phoenix, AZ January 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 Phoenix, AZ. The base salary for Software Security Engineer ranges from $95,747 to $113,806 with the average base salary of $104,509. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $99,802 to $128,705 with the average total cash compensation of $113,894.

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About Phoenix, Arizona    Phoenix is in the southwestern United States, in the south-central portion of Arizona; about halfway between Tucson to the southeast and Flagstaff to ....More

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