As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Virginia Beach, VA is $100,821, equivalent to $48 per hour, $1,939 weekly, or $8,402 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 Virginia Beach, VA vary widely, spanning from $84,653 to $118,165. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($92,358) and 75th percentile ($109,899), while top earners (90th percentile) make $118,165 per year. This $17,541 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, Virginia Beach Software Security Engineer often earn 5.4% lower than national averages. However, Virginia Beach currently ranks 550 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 $84,653 Virginia Beach, VA April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $92,358 Virginia Beach, VA April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $100,821 Virginia Beach, VA April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $109,899 Virginia Beach, VA April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $118,165 Virginia Beach, VA April 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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