As of June 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Silver Spring, MD is $116,281, equivalent to $56 per hour, $2,236 weekly, or $9,690 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 Silver Spring, MD vary widely, spanning from $97,650 to $136,387. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($106,529) and 75th percentile ($126,805), while top earners (90th percentile) make $136,387 per year. This $20,276 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, Silver Spring Software Security Engineer often earn 6.6% higher than national averages. However, Silver Spring currently ranks 85 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 $97,650 Silver Spring, MD June 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $106,529 Silver Spring, MD June 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $116,281 Silver Spring, MD June 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $126,805 Silver Spring, MD June 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $136,387 Silver Spring, MD June 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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About Silver Spring, Maryland    Silver Spring is an unincorporated community, large village, suburb of Washington, D.C., and census-designated place located inside the Capital Beltwa....More

Silver Spring, Maryland  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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