Principal Security Engineer
Annual salary range
₹13 Lakhs - ₹90 Lakhs
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Filter salaries byPrincipal Security Engineer Salary in India (Updated 2025)
based on 62
latest salaries
• updated:
8 Mar 2025
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Principal Security Engineer Salary in India ranges between ₹13 Lakhs to ₹90 Lakhs for 6 years of experience to 17 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 62 latest salaries received from Principal Security...
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
|---|---|---|
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12
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
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₹29.2 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr | |
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15
yrs
exp.
(5 salaries)
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₹20 L/yr - ₹42 L/yr | 1 job opening |
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13 -
18
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹35 L/yr - ₹48.8 L/yr | |
18 -
19
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹41.5 L/yr - ₹46 L/yr | |
8 -
9
yrs
exp.
(4 salaries)
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₹15.8 L/yr - ₹28 L/yr | |
17 -
19
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹30.5 L/yr - ₹33.5 L/yr | |
10 -
13
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹26 L/yr - ₹35 L/yr | |
13 -
17
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹90 L/yr - ₹1.2 Cr/yr | |
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8 -
13
yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
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₹23.5 L/yr - ₹33 L/yr | |
12 yrs
exp.
(3 salaries)
|
₹35 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr | |
Latest annual salaries shared by Principal Security Engineers
2w ago
Oracle
Principal Security Engineer
12 years exp.
2w ago
Dell
Principal Security Engineer
13 years exp.
4w ago
Unacademy
Principal Security Engineer
7 years exp.
1mo ago
Kinara Capital
Principal Security Engineer
9 years exp.
1mo ago
Cloud4C
Principal Security Engineer
9 years exp.
2mo ago
Providence Global Center
Principal Security Engineer
11 years exp.
2mo ago
OutSystems
Principal Security Engineer
9 years exp.
2mo ago
Autodesk
Principal Security Engineer
8 years exp.
4mo ago
BayOne Solutions
Principal Security Engineer
12 years exp.
4mo ago
Providence Global Center
Principal Security Engineer
17 years exp.
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Principal Security Engineer salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
6
years
(3
salaries)
|  ₹8.7 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
7
years
(5
salaries)
| ₹8.7 L/yr - ₹41 L/yr |
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| |
8
years
(10
salaries)
| ₹13 L/yr - ₹74 L/yr |
9
years
(9
salaries)
| ₹11 L/yr - ₹49 L/yr |
10
years
(10
salaries)
| ₹22.3 L/yr - ₹93 L/yr |
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Principal Security Engineer Jobs in India
Principal Security Engineer
· 6-10 years
Oracle India Pvt. Ltd.
Thiruvananthapuram
Principal Security Engineer
· 6-11 years
Harman Connected Services Corporation India Pvt.
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Principal Security Engineer
· 7-10 years
Chargebee
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Principal Security Engineer Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Principal Security Engineer
6 -
15
years
exp.
| ₹8.7 L/yr - ₹48.8 L/yr |
Software Product Principal Security Engineer
7 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹20 L/yr - ₹49 L/yr |
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Internet Principal Security Engineer
7 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹20 L/yr - ₹48.8 L/yr |
Hardware & Networking Principal Security Engineer
7 -
17
years
exp.
| ₹13 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
Manufacturing Principal Security Engineer
7 -
13
years
exp.
| ₹21 L/yr - ₹48 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Principal Security Engineer Salaries
What is the salary of a Principal Security Engineer in India?
The salary of a Principal Security Engineer in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Principal Security Engineer salaries ranges from ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹90.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹90.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹56.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 62 salaries received from various Principal Security Engineers across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹90.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹30.0 Lakhs to ₹56.2 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 62 salaries received from various Principal Security Engineers across industries.
What are the top paying cities for Principal Security Engineer in India?
The annual salary for Principal Security Engineer in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Principal Security Engineer are
Salary expectations for Principal Security Engineer may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Principal Security Engineer Salary in Hyderabad / Secunderabad | ₹15.8 Lakhs to ₹48.8 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Security Engineer Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹8.7 Lakhs to ₹55.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Security Engineer Salary in Pune | ₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹74.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Security Engineer Salary in Chennai | ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹47.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Security Engineer Salary in New Delhi | ₹42.3 Lakhs to ₹54.1 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Principal Security Engineer in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Principal Security Engineer in India are:
| Principal Security Engineer Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹8.7 Lakhs to ₹48.8 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Security Engineer Salary in Software Product | ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹49.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Security Engineer Salary in Internet | ₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹48.8 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Security Engineer Salary in Hardware & Networking | ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹40.0 Lakhs per year |
| Principal Security Engineer Salary in Manufacturing | ₹21.0 Lakhs to ₹48.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Principal Security Engineer in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Principal Security Engineer salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Principal Security Engineer take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Principal Security Engineer salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 6 years | ₹8.7 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
| 7 years | ₹8.7 Lakhs to ₹41.0 Lakhs per year |
| 8 years | ₹13.0 Lakhs to ₹74.0 Lakhs per year |
| 9 years | ₹11.0 Lakhs to ₹49.0 Lakhs per year |
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