As of January 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Springfield, MO is $93,823, equivalent to $45 per hour, $1,804 weekly, or $7,819 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 Springfield, MO vary widely, spanning from $78,796 to $109,768. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($85,957) and 75th percentile ($102,170), while top earners (90th percentile) make $109,768 per year. This $16,213 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, Springfield Software Security Engineer often earn 6.7% lower than national averages. However, Springfield currently ranks 768 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 $78,796 Springfield, MO January 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $85,957 Springfield, MO January 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $93,823 Springfield, MO January 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $102,170 Springfield, MO January 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $109,768 Springfield, MO January 01, 2026
25% $85,957 10% $78,796 90% $109,768 75% $102,170 $93,823 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Software Security Engineer

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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About Springfield, Missouri    Springfield is the third-largest city in the state of Missouri and the county seat of Greene County. As of the 2010 census, its population was 159,498....More

Springfield, Missouri  area prices were up 1.3% from a year ago

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