Freshworks Senior Security Engineer Salaries by 8 Employees (Updated 2025)

3 - 7 years exp.

₹12 Lakhs - ₹15.4 Lakhs

Salary of majority employees

7% less than the average Senior Security Engineer Salary in Software Product Companies for 3 - 7 years of experience

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Last Updated: 15 Mar 2025

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Senior Security Engineer salary at Freshworks ranges between ₹12 Lakhs to ₹15.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience between 3 years to 7 years. Salary estimates are based on 8 latest salaries received from various employees of Freshworks.

Experience wise Freshworks Senior Security Engineer salaries

Last Updated: 15 Mar 2025

Experience	Avg Annual Salary
3 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.6 L/yr - ₹15.4 L/yr
4 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹12 L/yr - ₹25.2 L/yr
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5 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.6 L/yr - ₹14 L/yr
6 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹14 L/yr - ₹25.2 L/yr
7 years (AmbitionBox Estimate)	₹5.6 L/yr - ₹15 L/yr

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Top skills at Freshworks for Senior Security Engineer

Application Security Python PAAS SAML Computer science Coding Automation GIT Security Testing SAAS Java Iaas SQL

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

4.0

• posted on 12 May 2023

4.0

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Its a great product based company. You can get exposure to lot kf different tech stacks and you'll feel responsible for the tasks that ur working on. Great learning experience.

Salary - Good

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...u have a good bonding with your manager and how willing is he to fight for it. Salary is somewhat low compared to market standards.

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4.0

• posted on 03 Jan 2025

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Wide varities of Free Food - Morning, Noon, Dinner and Midnight Free Snacks and Beverages - All Days, Every Alternate Friday - Popcorn with seasoning Diwali Gifts, Quarterly Rewards Instant appreciation and Respectful management Cab facility for EU and US Shifts Beautiful atmosphere No Strict Dress Code Good salary Package Lot of new learning for employees of Product Team Perfect Work Life Balance for Sales, Presales, Marketing, CSM, AE, AM, PMP They Provide Absolutely Free of Cost 2 years Internship program for Software Engineer training for students passed out of 12th standard. Employees are contracted from other companies for GTM roles and treated well without partiality as their own employees Quarterly - All hands meeting and Monthly - Project specific all hands meeting Open to improvement IT support team is Par Excellence

Salary - Excellent

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Job security - Poor

Lead Business Analyst in Chennai

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Sales & Business Development Department

3.0

• posted on 08 Dec 2024

4.0

for Salary and Benefits

Likes

People in freshworks is the reason most people stay back for other than the salary aspect.

Salary - Good

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The Freshworks "Kudumba" culture is slowly being demised to make way for American capitalism & usual MNC politics. Some of the people on the top have no clue of the reality & just want to keep firing in India & hiring in US in the name of efficiency.

Job security - Bad

Manager in Bangalore / Bengaluru

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Consulting Department

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• posted on 08 Nov 2024

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...s something that you are looking for, please do not consider joining Freshworks. Hiring happens only in the US these days with 4 people getting hired for same/similar roles at very high salary and they don’t even get laid off.

Salary - Poor

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Engineering - Software & QA Department

3.0

• posted on 10 Oct 2024

3.0

for Salary and Benefits

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Good product company to start with of you are from service background Good food Good compensation

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Freshworks Senior Security Engineer Salary FAQs

What is the salary of Senior Security Engineer at Freshworks ?

The average salary of a Senior Security Engineer at Freshworks in India typically ranges from ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹15.4 Lakhs per year, depending on experience (from 3 years to 7 years).

The top 10% of Senior Security Engineer at Freshworks earn more than ₹15.3 Lakhs per year, and the top 1% earn over ₹15.4 Lakhs per year. Senior Security Engineer Salaries at Freshworks can be higher or lower depending on factors such as the specific team, level of experience, and additional benefits like bonuses and stock options.

These estimates are based on salary data submitted by 8 Freshworks employees in India.

What is the estimated take home salary of a Senior Security Engineer at Freshworks in India?

The estimated take-home salary of a Senior Security Engineer at Freshworks in India typically ranges from ₹97,673 to ₹1,00,320 per month. This is based on the average salary range of ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹15.4 Lakhs per year for employees with experience ranging from 3 years to 7 years.The take-home salary is calculated after accounting for standard deductions such as taxes, provident fund (PF), and insurance. Salary estimates are based on 8 salaries received from various employees of Freshworks. Check how we calculate in-hand salary with our in-hand salary calculator.

What are the key skills required to be a Senior Security Engineer at Freshworks ?

To be a Senior Security Engineer at Freshworks in india, the key skills required include:

- Application Security
- Python
- PAAS
- SAML
- Computer science

These skills are highly valued at Freshworks and are crucial for successful performance in a Software Engineering role.

Which companies offer higher salaries than Freshworks for Senior Security Engineer in India?

Avalara Technologies	₹31.6 Lakhs to ₹50.0 Lakhs per year
Akamai Technologies	₹32.0 Lakhs to ₹42.0 Lakhs per year
Pegasystems	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹35.0 Lakhs per year
Citrix	₹20.0 Lakhs to ₹28.8 Lakhs per year
ServiceNow	₹21.0 Lakhs to ₹26.0 Lakhs per year

These companies are known for offering competitive compensation packages that can exceed the salary offered by Freshworks, depending on the role and experience level.

What is the salary of a Senior Security Engineer in companies similar to Freshworks in India?

The salary of a Senior Security Engineer at companies similar to Freshworks in India varies, depending on the role, experience, and company size. Here are the typical salary ranges:

Thomson Reuters	₹17.9 Lakhs to ₹29.6 Lakhs per year
Amadeus	₹11.9 Lakhs to ₹21.0 Lakhs per year
e2open	₹17.0 Lakhs to ₹18.0 Lakhs per year
Cvent	₹11.5 Lakhs to ₹18.8 Lakhs per year
Oracle Cerner	₹8.2 Lakhs to ₹17.0 Lakhs per year

These companies, which operate in similar sectors, offer competitive salaries, although the range can vary based on the company and individual experience levels.

How the salary growth look like for a Senior Security Engineer at Freshworks in India?

The salary growth for a Senior Security Engineer at Freshworks depends on factors such as experience, performance, and promotions. On average, a Senior Security Engineer can expect the following growth trajectory at Freshworks:

Experience	Average Salary Range
3 years	₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹15.4 Lakhs per year
4 years	₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹25.2 Lakhs per year
5 years	₹5.6 Lakhs to ₹14.0 Lakhs per year
6 years	₹14.0 Lakhs to ₹25.2 Lakhs per year

and so on.

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Freshworks Senior Security Engineer salary in India ranges between ₹12 Lakhs to ₹15.4 Lakhs with an average annual salary of ₹. Salary estimates are based on 8 Freshworks latest salaries received from various employees of Freshworks.