As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Roanoke, VA is $97,389, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,873 weekly, or $8,116 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 Roanoke, VA vary widely, spanning from $81,790 to $113,940. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($89,224) and 75th percentile ($106,052), while top earners (90th percentile) make $113,940 per year. This $16,828 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, Roanoke Software Security Engineer often earn 8.6% lower than national averages. However, Roanoke currently ranks 674 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 $81,790 Roanoke, VA January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $89,224 Roanoke, VA January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $97,389 Roanoke, VA January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $106,052 Roanoke, VA January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $113,940 Roanoke, VA 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
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About Roanoke, Virginia    According to the United States Census Bureau, the city has a total area of 42.9 square miles (111.1 km2), of which 42.5 square miles (110.1 km2) is la....More

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