How much does a Personnel Security Specialist make in Seattle, WA?

As of April 01, 2025, the average annual salary for a Personnel Security Specialist in Seattle, WA is $67,350. Salary.com reports that pay typically ranges from $55,985 to $78,382, with most professionals earning between $45,639 and $88,427.

Based on HR-reported data: a national average with a geographic differential
Personnel Security Specialist Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Salary Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Personnel Security Specialist Salary $45,639 Seattle,WA April 01, 2025
25th Percentile Personnel Security Specialist Salary $55,985 Seattle,WA April 01, 2025
50th Percentile Personnel Security Specialist Salary $67,350 Seattle,WA April 01, 2025
75th Percentile Personnel Security Specialist Salary $78,382 Seattle,WA April 01, 2025
90th Percentile Personnel Security Specialist Salary $88,427 Seattle,WA April 01, 2025
25% $55,985 10% $45,639 90% $88,427 75% $78,382 $67,350 50%(Median) Didn’t find job title? Click
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    Personnel Security Specialist

    2 - 4 years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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    Senior Security Specialist

    7 + years experience
    Bachelor's Degree

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