How much does a Cyber Security Engineer make in Charleston, SC? The average Cyber Security Engineer salary in Charleston, SC is $130,740 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $117,176 and $144,658. 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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25% $117,176 10% $104,826 90% $157,329 75% $144,658 $130,740 50%(Median)
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Cyber Security Engineer

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Centene - FLORISSANT , MO
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members by using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. As a diversified, nation
- 129 days ago
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members by using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. As a diversified, nation
- 129 days ago
You could be the one who changes everything for our 28 million members by using technology to improve health outcomes around the world. As a diversified, nation
- 129 days ago
Leidos - HAMPTON , VA
Job Description. Description. Are you ready to join Leidos all-star team. Through training, teamwork, and exposure to challenging technical work, let Leidos sho
- 23 days ago
Maxar Technologies - WESTMINSTER , CO
Job Description. Please review the job details below. Maxar is currently seeking a Cloud Ops Engineer (DevOps) to join our team in Westminster, CO. In this role
- 28 days ago
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available CLEARANCE TYPE: Top Secret TRAVEL: No Description At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredib
- 2 days ago

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117176
144658
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Average Total Cash Compensation

Includes base and annual incentives

 
 
 
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152581
135851
These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Cyber Security Engineer in Charleston, SC. The base salary for Cyber Security Engineer ranges from $117,176 to $144,658 with the average base salary of $130,740. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $121,001 to $152,581 with the average total cash compensation of $135,851.

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About Charleston, South Carolina    Charleston is the oldest and largest city in the U.S. state of South Carolina, the county seat of Charleston County, and the principal city in the Cha....More

Charleston, South Carolina  area prices were up 1.5% from a year ago

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