How much does a Protective Security Specialist make in Denver, CO? The average Protective Security Specialist salary in Denver, CO is $69,161 as of August 27, 2024, but the salary range typically falls between $57,199 and $84,965. Salary ranges can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target. 

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Protective Security Specialist

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Idaho National Laboratory - Idaho Falls , ID
Idaho National Laboratory is hiring a Personnel Security Specialist to work in our Badging and ... protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. Women and People of Color are ...
Energy Central - 39 days ago
The Configuration Management Specialist will conduct all aspects of configuration management ... Applicants and employees are protected under Federal law from discrimination. The hiring wage range ...
Dice.com - 30 days ago
Sigma Defense Systems LLC - San Diego , CA
... Specialist as part of the N9 team at Expeditionary Warfare Training Group, Pacific (EWTGP). The ... protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability
Dice.com - 30 days ago
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance while employed in the subject ... Protective devices and gear may be required when performing on-site work.Experience refers to paid ...
Dice.com - 3 days ago
Keen Bee Talent Solutions - Albuquerque , NM
Our client has an immediate need for a Contracts Specialist to join their team in Albuquerque, NM ... protected under the law.
Dice.com - 30 days ago
ISHPI Information Technologies, Inc. - San Diego , CA
Requires active DoD 8570.01-M IAT Level II such as Comptia Security+ CE, CCNA-Security, CySA ... as a protected veteran." Expression of Interest: By applying to this job, you are expressing ...
Dice.com - 24 days ago
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Average Base Salary

Core compensation

 
 
 
57199
84965
69161

Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
58812
88456
71529
What is the average salary for Protective Security Specialist in 2024?
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Protective Security Specialist in Denver, CO. The base salary for Protective Security Specialist ranges from $57,199 to $84,965 with the average base salary of $69,161. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $58,812 to $88,456 with the average total cash compensation of $71,529.
Average Salary Average Salary Range
Base Salary $69,161 $57,199 - $84,965
Bonus $2,368 $1,613 - $3,491
Total Pay $71,529 $58,812 - $88,456
* Base Salary represents gross income before taxes and deductions. It does not include additional pay such as benefits, bonuses, profit sharing or commissions.
* Total Pay combines base salary, bonuses, profit sharing, tips, commissions, overtime pay and other forms of cash earnings, as applicable for this job.
CITY, STATE AVERAGE SALARY RANGE COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Westminster, CO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,104 - $84,823 COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Aurora, CO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,066 - $84,767 COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Arvada, CO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,104 - $84,823 COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Broomfield, CO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,191 - $84,952 COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Castle Rock, CO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $56,116 - $83,356 COMPARE TO Denver, CO
CITY, STATE Boulder, CO AVERAGE SALARY RANGE $57,615 - $85,583 COMPARE TO Denver, CO
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JOB TITLE LOCATION MINIMUM SALARY MAXIMUM SALARY
JOB TITLE Protective Security Officer LOCATION Denver, CO MINIMUM SALARY $33,450 MAXIMUM SALARY $42,526
JOB TITLE Armed Protective Security Officer LOCATION Denver, CO MINIMUM SALARY $42,574 MAXIMUM SALARY $55,312
JOB TITLE Adult Protective Services Specialist LOCATION Denver, CO MINIMUM SALARY $39,398 MAXIMUM SALARY $48,379
JOB TITLE Adult Protective Services INVESTIGATIVE SPECIALIST LOCATION Denver, CO MINIMUM SALARY $27,551 MAXIMUM SALARY $39,407
JOB TITLE Security Specialist LOCATION Denver, CO MINIMUM SALARY $56,277 MAXIMUM SALARY $83,783
JOB TITLE EHR Security Access Specialist LOCATION Denver, CO MINIMUM SALARY $75,549 MAXIMUM SALARY $99,512
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