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IC5 - Expert
The median salary range for Security Engineering (IC5) roles disclosed in public job postings is $180k - $240k as of Oct 2026, based on 1,793 job postings from 255 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$180,000
14%
Mid
$210,000
14%
High
$240,000
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 129 Data Points | $87,756 | $98,478 | $109,200 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 562 Data Points | $117,200 | $136,100 | $155,000 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 653 Data Points | $130,305 | $154,280 | $178,255 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 1,308 Data Points | $150,000 | $175,000 | $200,000 | |
IC5 Expert 12+ YOE A very experienced team member who leads large, high-priority projects that impact company-level goals. | Very Large 383 Data Points | $180,000 | $210,000 | $240,000 | |
IC6 Advisory An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact. | Very Large 412 Data Points | $180,000 | $209,790 | $239,580 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 354 Data Points | $151,500 | $178,100 | $204,700 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 240 Data Points | $166,400 | $203,700 | $241,000 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 215 Data Points | $203,632 | $239,216 | $274,800 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Large 75 Data Points | $222,550 | $265,025 | $307,500 |