As of May 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Salt Lake City, UT is $103,526, equivalent to $50 per hour, $1,991 weekly, or $8,627 monthly. These figures, sourced from Salary.com’s real-time job posting scans, highlight competitive earning potential for Software Security Engineer in cities like San Jose, Santa Clara, and San Francisco.

Annually Salaries for Software Security Engineer in Salt Lake City, UT vary widely, spanning from $86,936 to $121,410. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($94,842) and 75th percentile ($112,887), while top earners (90th percentile) make $121,410 per year. This $18,045 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, Salt Lake City Software Security Engineer often earn 2.2% lower than national averages. However, Salt Lake City currently ranks 424 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 $86,936 Salt Lake City, UT May 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $94,842 Salt Lake City, UT May 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $103,526 Salt Lake City, UT May 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $112,887 Salt Lake City, UT May 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $121,410 Salt Lake City, UT May 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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