network security developer demand

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How many developer roles ask for network security, how that demand is trending, and what those roles pay — tracked from live job postings.

What do roles requiring network security pay in 2026?

As of July 2026, the typical advertised salary is US$171,600 a year, with most postings between US$143,100 and US$194,000.

That's about 29% more than the typical US software developer earns (US$133,080), per Bureau of Labor Statistics figures from May 2024.

25th percentileUS$143,100
Median (50th percentile)US$171,600
75th percentileUS$194,000

Advertised base salary, from 17 job postings with pay data, as of July 2026.

How strong is hiring demand for network security in 2026?

Tarmac tracked 54 postings in July 2026.

MonthPostingsMedian salary
September 20251US$171,600
October 20252US$171,600
November 20251US$171,600
December 20251US$171,600
January 20262US$171,600
March 20266US$171,600
April 20264US$171,600
May 202610US$171,600
June 202639US$171,600
July 202654US$171,600

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