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M3 - Manager
The median salary range for Security Engineering (M3) roles disclosed in public job postings is $150k - $207k as of Oct 2026, based on 1,657 job postings from 230 companies.
Salary Range
Low
$150,000
16%
Mid
$178,500
16%
High
$207,000
Level Comparison
| Level | Sample Size | Low | Mid | High | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
IC1 Entry 0-1 YOE Contributes to smaller projects under detailed guidance. | Very Large 119 Data Points | $87,001 | $95,501 | $104,000 | |
IC2 Developing 2-4 YOE Contributes to projects under general guidance. Skills are relatively developed with room for growth. | Very Large 528 Data Points | $117,888 | $136,444 | $155,000 | |
IC3 Proficient 5-7 YOE Owns specific projects and requires minimal guidance. Skills are fully developed. | Very Large 616 Data Points | $130,000 | $154,055 | $178,110 | |
IC4 Advanced 8-11 YOE Owns complex projects and drives their direction. Displays in-depth and broad skills and expertise. | Very Large 1,236 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 355 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 394 Data Points | $178,500 | $209,040 | $239,580 | |
M3 Manager Directly supervises a team of individual contributors and is accountable for their results. | Very Large 325 Data Points | $150,000 | $178,500 | $207,000 | |
M4 Sr. Manager Experienced people manager responsible for setting objectives, observing budgets, and tracking results. | Very Large 231 Data Points | $168,000 | $206,600 | $245,200 | |
M5 Director Oversees managers or leads their own department. Responsible for vision, strategy, hiring, and results. | Very Large 201 Data Points | $200,000 | $237,400 | $274,800 | |
M6 Sr. Director Manages senior leaders in various groups. Responsible for a business function. | Large 71 Data Points | $224,000 | $268,250 | $312,500 |