As of April 01, 2026, the average annual salary for Software Security Engineer in Wichita, KS is $97,806, equivalent to $47 per hour, $1,881 weekly, or $8,151 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 Wichita, KS vary widely, spanning from $82,122 to $114,631. Most professionals fall between the 25th percentile ($89,596) and 75th percentile ($106,613), while top earners (90th percentile) make $114,631 per year. This $17,017 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, Wichita Software Security Engineer often earn 2.9% lower than national averages. However, Wichita currently ranks 666 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 $82,122 Wichita, KS April 01, 2026
25th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $89,596 Wichita, KS April 01, 2026
50th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $97,806 Wichita, KS April 01, 2026
75th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $106,613 Wichita, KS April 01, 2026
90th Percentile Software Security Engineer Salary $114,631 Wichita, KS 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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About Wichita, Kansas    Downtown Wichita is at 37°41′20″N 97°20′10″W / 37.68889°N 97.33611°W / 37.68889; -97.33611 (37.688888, −97.336111), at an elevation of 1,299 feet (....More

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