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Security consultant salary in United States (Updated 2026)

How much does a Security Consultant make in the United States?

Average base salary

$83,725
Average $83,725
Low $45,414
High $154,354

The average salary for a security consultant is $83,725 per year in the United States. 448 salaries taken from job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months (updated June 22, 2026).

Security Consultant job openings in United States

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Strategic Security Consultant,...
Google4.3out of 5 stars.
California
$112,000 - $162,000 a year
Full-time
19 hours ago

Highest paying companies for Security Consultant in United States

Average year pay is based on job postings on Indeed in the past 36 months.
Talener Group
 
$218,400per year
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Tennessee Board of Regents
 
$208,000per year
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Capital One
 
$207,042per year
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CornerStone Staffing
 
$204,000per year
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GenTech Associates
 
$194,480per year
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DatamanUSA
 
$190,320per year
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Highest paying cities for Security Consultants near United States

  1. Chicago, IL
    $129,672 per year
  2. Oklahoma City, OK
    $128,244 per year
  3. New York, NY
    $125,459 per year
  4. Atlanta, GA
    $113,837 per year
  5. Dallas, TX
    $100,239 per year

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