Sydney · Australia
Security Engineer Salary in Sydney
Base salary bands for security engineer roles in Sydney, adjusted from the national US reference band using a local market multiplier of 65%.
- 25th percentile
- $89k
- Median
- $115k
- 75th percentile
- $145k
- 90th percentile
- $179k
Cost-of-living adjusted
$102k
Equivalent purchasing power at US national average cost of living
Rent burden
24.9%
Median annual rent as a share of median gross pay
Estimated openings
65
Active openings estimate for this role in Sydney
By level
Security Engineer pay by level in Sydney
| Level | P25 | Median | P90 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Entry | $67k | $80k | $108k |
| Mid | $89k | $108k | $146k |
| Senior | $117k | $140k | $194k |
| Staff | $151k | $179k | $255k |
FAQ
Common questions
What is the average Security Engineer salary in Sydney?
The median security engineer salary in Sydney is $115k, with a typical range of $89k to $179k depending on level and company.
How far does a Security Engineer salary go in Sydney?
Adjusted for local cost of living, the median security engineer salary in Sydney is equivalent to about $102k of US-national purchasing power. Median rent takes up roughly 24.9% of gross pay.
How many Security Engineer openings are there in Sydney?
We estimate around 65 active security engineer openings in Sydney at any given time, scaled from the city's overall market size and hiring demand for this role.