Network Security Engineer Salary in the United States

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How much does a Network Security Engineer make in the United States? The average Network Security Engineer salary in the United States is $148,205 as of April 01, 2025, but the salary range typically falls between $136,899 and $161,638. 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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Lead Infrastructure Security Engineer
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
- 130 days ago
Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer
Centene - SAINT LOUIS , 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
- 130 days ago
Senior Infrastructure Security Engineer
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
- 130 days ago
Security Cloud Ops Engineer
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
- 29 days ago
Senior Cloud Network Engineer
Guidehouse - SUITLAND-SILVER HILL , MD
Job Family. IT Architecture/Cloud (Digital). Travel Required. None. Clearance Required. Ability to Obtain Public Trust. What You Will Do. The Senior Clo
- 6 days ago
Network Engineer III, Optical Network Operations
SPECTRUM - GREENWOOD VILLAGE , CO
Are you a tech-savvy problem solver looking to grow their engineering career. Are you capable of demonstrating creative and analytical thinking. Are you interes
- 3 days ago

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These charts show the average base salary (core compensation), as well as the average total cash compensation for the job of Network Security Engineer in the United States. The base salary for Network Security Engineer ranges from $136,899 to $161,638 with the average base salary of $148,205. The total cash compensation, which includes base, and annual incentives, can vary anywhere from $143,113 to $170,982 with the average total cash compensation of $156,438.

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Skills associated with Network Security Engineer: Design, Network Security, User

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