How much does a Security Engineer earn in New Zealand?

The estimated salary for Security Engineer in New Zealand ranges from NZD 110,700 to NZD 130,000 NZD per year, depending on experience and location. Based on 572 job listings

Salary Guide

Security Engineer Salary in New Zealand

Based on 572 job listings - 2026

Average salary

$110,700 - $130,000

Median salary

$110,700 - $130,000

Lower rangeUpper range

Salary distribution by percentile

10th percentile$88K

25th percentile$110K

Median$111K

75th percentile$130K

90th percentile$150K

50% of professionals earn between $110,000 - $130,000 NZD

The median salary is $110,700

Top cities

Auckland278 job openings

Wellington84 job openings

Christchurch35 job openings

Top companies hiring

University of Auckland4

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Security Engineer

572 job openings

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The average salary for a Security Engineer in New Zealand is NZD 110,700 - NZD 130,000 per year in 2026. The median salary is NZD 120,350 per year, based on 572 active job listings.

The cities with the most Security Engineer job opportunities in New Zealand are Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Workfromhome, Waikato. Auckland leads with 278 job openings.

Leading employers for Security Engineer roles in New Zealand include DataAnnotation, EverCommerce, Air New Zealand, Auror, Halter.

Explore 572 Security Engineer job listings in New Zealand on BeBee, or check our salary calculator for a personalized estimate.