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Security Engineering

IC6 - Advisory

The median salary range for Security Engineering (IC6) roles disclosed in public job postings is $178k - $240k as of Aug 2026, based on 1,741 job postings from 204 companies.

Salary Range

Low

$177,540

15%

Mid

$208,770

15%

High

$240,000

Level Comparison

LevelSample SizeLowMidHigh
IC1

Entry

0-1 YOE

Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance.

Large

94 Data Points

$85,000

$94,500

$104,000

IC2

Developing

2-4 YOE

Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth.

Very Large

423 Data Points

$118,250

$136,625

$155,000

IC3

Proficient

5-7 YOE

Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed.

Very Large

520 Data Points

$130,500

$155,250

$180,000

IC4

Advanced

8-11 YOE

Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise.

Very Large

1,033 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

285 Data Points

$180,500

$210,250

$240,000

IC6

Advisory

An authority in their field who defines and drives initiatives with long-term strategic impact.

Very Large

319 Data Points

$177,540

$208,770

$240,000

M3

Manager

Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results.

Very Large

276 Data Points

$157,250

$185,088

$212,925

M4

Sr. Manager

Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results.

Very Large

187 Data Points

$169,000

$206,050

$243,100

M5

Director

Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results.

Very Large

166 Data Points

$200,000

$237,400

$274,800

M6

Sr. Director

Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function.

Medium

43 Data Points

$220,000

$265,000

$310,000