How much does a Security Engineer earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Security Engineer in New Zealand ranges from NZD 97,000 to NZD 115,000 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 697 job listings

Salary Guide

Security Engineer Salary in New Zealand

Based on 697 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$97,000 - $115,000

Median salary

$97,000 - $115,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$53K

25th percentile$66K

Median$97K

75th percentile$115K

90th percentile$132K

50% of professionals earn between $66,125 - $115,000 NZD

The median salary is $97,000

Top cities

Auckland317 job openings

Wellington162 job openings

Christchurch63 job openings

Hamilton26 job openings

Top companies hiring

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Security Engineer

697 job openings

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The average salary for a Security Engineer in New Zealand is NZD 97,000 - NZD 115,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 106,000 per year, based on 697 active job listings.

The cities with the most Security Engineer job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Wellington City. Auckland leads with 317 job openings.

Leading employers for Security Engineer roles in New Zealand include DataAnnotation, ASB Bank, Auror, Black.ai, Halter.

Explore 697 Security Engineer job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.