Security Specialist salary in California

The average salary for a security specialist in California is $52,000 per year. Security specialist salaries in California can vary between $20,500 to $117,000 and depend on various factors, including skills, experience, employer, bonuses, tips, and more.

This data is exclusive to Mint Salary and is based on 204 tax returns from TurboTax customers who reported their occupation as security specialist.

The following companies offer the highest salaries for security specialists in California: US Department of Defense ($78,500 a year), Universal Protection Service ($40,500 a year), and Security Industry Specialists ($34,000 a year).

The following cities offer the highest salaries for security specialists in California: San Diego, CA ($77,000 a year), Ridgecrest, CA ($54,500 a year), and San Jose, CA ($40,500 a year).