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Security salary benchmarks
AppSec, cloud security and GRC roles in the security category.
The median security salary is $96,108, with most disclosed pay ranges between $58,721 and $145,968, based on 458 active job listings that publish a salary range.
Source: Datamata Studios — methodology and update cadence.
At a glance
- Ranges use the midpoint of employer-published salary_min and salary_max — not self-reported surveys.
- Regional breakdowns are not shown here; we only publish splits when coverage is consistent.
Compensation range — Security
From 458 listings with disclosed salary fields
25th percentile
$58,721
Lower end of market
Median
$96,108
Midpoint of postings
75th percentile
$145,968
Upper-market range
| Percentile | USD |
|---|---|
| 25th | 58721 |
| Median | 96108 |
| 75th | 145968 |
Skill salary premiums
Median compensation when a skill appears in the listing (minimum five matches).
- Kubernetes$216,000
- GCP$208,250
- Python$208,250
- Terraform$198,500
- Stakeholder Mgmt$198,500
Security salary FAQ
What is the median Security salary in 2026?
The median security salary is $96,108, with most listings falling between $58,721 (25th percentile) and $145,968 (75th percentile). This is based on 458 active job listings in the security category that disclose a pay range.
Which skills pay the most in Security roles?
Kubernetes is associated with the highest median pay in security listings at $216,000, followed by GCP ($208,250). Premiums reflect the median salary of listings that mention each skill, with a minimum of five matched listings.
How is this Security salary data calculated?
Figures use the midpoint of each employer's published salary_min and salary_max from active job listings — not self-reported surveys or third-party estimates. The data refreshes daily as new listings are indexed.
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