What is the highest salary for Security Agent?

The highest salary for Security Agent is $77,358 per year, $6,447 per month or $37 per hour.

What is the lowest salary for Security Agent?

The lowest salary for Security Agent is $42,407 per year, $3,534 per month or $20 per hour.

What is the salary trajectory of Security Agent?

The salary trajectory of Security Agent ranges between locations and employers. The salary starts at $99,781 per year (estimate) and goes up to $152,382 per year (estimate) for the highest level of seniority.

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How much does Security Agent make?

Q: How much does Security Agent make?

The average salary for Security Agent is $56,543 per year or $27 per hour, with top earners making up to $102,215 (90th percentile). Typically, pay ranges from $42,407 (25th percentile) to $77,358 (75th percentile) annually. Salary estimates are based on 155 salaries submitted anonymously to Glassdoor by Security Agent employees.

Total pay range

$42K - $77K/yr

$57K/yrMedian total pay

Pay breakdown

$39K - $70K/yrBase pay

$4K - $7K/yrAdditional pay

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Total pay trajectory

Special Agent

$106K–$185K/yr

Investigations Manager

$108K–$190K/yr

Senior Special Agent

$115K–$202K/yr

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What is the pay outlook for Military & Protective Services?

Job opportunities in military and protective services depend heavily on government budgets that may not be flexible. Pay scales rely heavily on time in service and are less-performance based, but public sector benefits can be attractive. Protective services roles are also an opportunity for veterans looking to transition into civilian roles. Education requirements in military and protective services vary, though many jobs don't require a Bachelor's degree.

Top paying industries

The top 3 paying industries for Security Agent in United States are Information Technology with a median total pay of $64,573, Transportation & Logistics with a median total pay of $44,109 and Management & Consulting with a median total pay of $40,968.

Information Technology

The top paying company in Information Technology for Security Agent is Bond.

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