What are the main factors that influence a Security Operations Engineer's salary?

The primary factors are: 1) Experience Level, 2) Geographic Location, 3) Education/Skills, 4) Company Size & Industry

How does experience change A Security Operations Engineer's salary?

A Security Operations Engineer's salary grows with experience: an Security Operations Engineer (0-2 years)earns $82,591, an Engineer II (2-4 years)earns $95,513, an Engineer III (4-7 years)earns $114,812, an Engineer IV (7+ years)earns $145,277, an Engineer V (7-10 years)earns $167,774,

What are the highest paying states for a Security Operations Engineer?

Security Operations Engineer salary varies significantly by state. The top 3 highest paying states for Security Operations Engineer roles are District of Columbia $87,943, California $87,609, Massachusetts $86,441. These tech hubs typically pay 10-15% above the national average.

How much do different types of Security Operations Engineer roles make?

Salaries for Security Operations Engineer level roles vary by specialization: Director Security Operations: $192,619; Director of Security Operations: $165,091; Security Operations Center: $143,221; Security Operations Analyst: $132,153; Security Operations Manager: $108,423.

Security Operations Engineer Salary in Hawaii

How much does a Security Operations Engineer make in Hawaii?

As of April 01, 2026, the average salary for a Security Operations Engineer in Hawaii is $83,018 per year, which breaks down to an hourly rate of $40.

However, a Security Operations Engineer's salary can vary significantly. Here’s a look at the typical salary range:

Top Earners (90th percentile): $94,105
Majority Range (25th-75th percentile): $76,767 to $88,822
Entry-Level (10th percentile): $71,076

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Security Operations Engineer Salaries by Percentile

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,822	$7,402	$1,708	$43
Average	$83,018	$6,918	$1,597	$40
25th Percentile	$76,767	$6,397	$1,476	$37

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Key Factors That Influence Security Operations Engineer Salaries

A Security Operations Engineer's salary isn't a fixed number. It's shaped by several important factors. Below, we'll explore how your years of experience, geographic location and company size can directly affect your earning potential.

How Experience Level Affects Security Operations Engineer Salaries?

Experience is a primary driver of a Security Operations Engineer's salary. As you build your skills and take on more complex tasks, your compensation generally increases. Here's how the average salary grows at different career stages:

Entry-Level (less than 1 year): $82,591
Early Career (1-2 years): $95,513
Mid-Level (2-4 years): $114,812
Senior-Level (5-8 years): $145,277
Expert (over 8 years): $167,774

Levels	Salary
Security ... Level Security Operations Engineer	$82,591
Engineer ... Level Security Operations Engineer	$95,513
Engineer ... Level Security Operations Engineer	$114,812
Engineer ... Level Security Operations Engineer	$145,277
Engineer ... Level Security Operations Engineer	$167,774

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How Do Security Operations Engineer Salaries Vary from State to State?

Your salary can change significantly depending on where you work. States with a higher cost of living and strong industrial sectors often pay more to attract Security Operations Engineers. For example, consider the average annual salaries in these key locations:

District of Columbia: $87,943.
California: $87,609.
Massachusetts: $86,441.

District of Columbia $87,943 California $87,609 Massachusetts $86,441 Washington $86,124 New Jersey $86,092 Alaska $85,981 Connecticut $84,885 New York $84,440

Hawaii $83,018 Rhode Island $82,351 Maryland $81,898 Minnesota $81,279 Colorado $81,040 Illinois $80,961 Oregon $80,659 Delaware $80,437

New Hampshire $80,297 Virginia $79,984 Pennsylvania $79,070 Nevada $78,610 North Dakota $78,459 Michigan $78,221 Wisconsin $78,133 Vermont $77,958

Texas $77,474 Maine $77,442 Arizona $77,395 Ohio $77,339 Georgia $76,608 Indiana $76,243 Wyoming $76,171 Utah $76,060

Iowa $76,013 Kansas $75,631 Louisiana $75,520 North Carolina $75,480 Missouri $75,464 Florida $75,155 Montana $74,988 Nebraska $74,829

Kentucky $74,742 South Carolina $74,424 Tennessee $74,225 Idaho $74,146 New Mexico $73,566 Oklahoma $73,439 Alabama $72,970 South Dakota $72,184

Arkansas $71,755 West Virginia $71,525 Mississippi $70,834

Top Paying Cities for Security Operations Engineers

Salaries can also vary between different cities. Major metropolitan areas or cities with a high demand for technicians often offer more competitive pay. Here are a few examples of average annual salaries in different U.S. cities:

Aiea: $82,597
Anahola: $82,041
Captain Cook: $82,041

Aiea, HI $82,597 Anahola, HI $82,041 Captain Cook, HI $82,041 Eleele, HI $82,041 Ewa Beach, HI $82,597 Kapolei, HI $82,414 Haiku, HI $82,041 Hakalau, HI $82,041

Haleiwa, HI $82,041 Hana, HI $82,041 Hanalei, HI $82,041 Hanamaulu, HI $82,041 Hanapepe, HI $82,041 Hauula, HI $82,224 Hawaii National Park, HI $82,041 Hawi, HI $82,041

Hilo, HI $82,041 Princeville, HI $82,041 Holualoa, HI $82,041 Honaunau, HI $82,041 Honokaa, HI $82,041 Honomu, HI $82,041 Hoolehua, HI $82,041 Kaaawa, HI $82,375

Kahuku, HI $82,041 Kahului, HI $82,041 Kailua, HI $82,597 Ocean View, HI $82,041 Waikoloa, HI $82,041 Keauhou, HI $82,041 Kailua Kona, HI $82,041 Kalaheo, HI $82,041

Kalaupapa, HI $82,041 Kamuela, HI $82,041 Kaneohe, HI $82,597 Kapaa, HI $82,041 Kaumakani, HI $82,041 Kaunakakai, HI $82,041 Keaau, HI $82,041 Kealakekua, HI $82,041

Kealia, HI $82,041 Kekaha, HI $82,041 Kihei, HI $82,041 Kilauea, HI $82,041 Kapaau, HI $82,041 Koloa, HI $82,041 Kualapuu, HI $82,041 Kunia, HI $82,335

Kurtistown, HI $82,041 Lahaina, HI $82,041 Laie, HI $82,113 Lanai City, HI $82,041 Laupahoehoe, HI $82,041 Lawai, HI $82,041 Lihue, HI $82,041 Makawao, HI $82,041

Makaweli, HI $82,041 Maunaloa, HI $82,041 Mountain View, HI $82,041 Naalehu, HI $82,041 Ninole, HI $82,041 Ookala, HI $82,041 Paauilo, HI $82,041 Pahala, HI $82,041

Pahoa, HI $82,041 Paia, HI $82,041 Papaaloa, HI $82,041 Papaikou, HI $82,041 Pearl City, HI $82,597 Pepeekeo, HI $82,041 Puunene, HI $82,041 Volcano, HI $82,041

Wahiawa, HI $82,335 Pukalani, HI $82,041 Mililani, HI $82,446 Kula, HI $82,041 Waialua, HI $82,041 Waianae, HI $82,113 Wailuku, HI $82,041 Waimanalo, HI $82,597

Waimea, HI $82,041 Waipahu, HI $82,557 Honolulu, HI $82,597 J B P H H, HI $82,597 Wheeler Army Airfield, HI $82,375 Schofield Barracks, HI $82,303 Fort Shafter, HI $82,597 Tripler Army Medical Center, HI $82,597

Camp H M Smith, HI $82,597 M C B H Kaneohe Bay, HI $82,557 Wake Island, HI $82,597

Security Operations Engineer Salary: Hourly Rate, Weekly Pay, and Monthly Pay

Understanding how a Security Operations Engineer's annual salary breaks down can help with budgeting. Below, you can see the average hourly rate, weekly pay, and monthly pay for this role. Use the buttons to switch between different pay periods.

Last Updated on April 01, 2026

$76,767

Average $83,018/year

$88,822

$6,397

Average $6,918/month

$7,402

$1,476

Average $1,597/week

$1,708

$37

Average $40/hour

$43

	Annual Salary	Monthly Pay	Weekly Pay	Hourly Wage
75th Percentile	$88,822	$7,402	$1,708	$43
Average	$83,018	$6,918	$1,597	$40
25th Percentile	$76,767	$6,397	$1,476	$37

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