Security Officer Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Security Officers in Sydney earn a median salary of $65,352 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $55,000 and $86,238. That sits 31% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 36 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 60th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +4 listings vs last month
💰 Security Officer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$55,000 – $86,238
Median: $65,352
Aug $65k
Sep $65k
→ Stable

Based on 2-month data, short-term movement only.

Mid level $55,000 – $86,238
Overall $55k–$86k Mid $55k–$86k $53k $60k $67k $74k $81k $88k
Moderate confidence 36 listings (+4 vs last month) · 30/09/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 36 job listings for this role and city, 91.9% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 10.8% stated a salary directly. The remaining 89.2% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation. Fewer than a quarter of these listings stated a salary, so the median leans heavily on estimates.

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Bottom 10%  $55,000 Median  $65,352 $86,238  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The median held at $65,000 with listings up from 32 to 36. No other city carries enough listings under this title to compare. Only 10.8% of these listings stated a salary, one of the lowest disclosure rates in the Sydney data, so the figure rests almost entirely on estimates. The 48% spread running $55,000 to $86,000 is wide for award-linked work and suggests some specialised site roles in the sample.

Take Home Pay (based on median $65,352)

Weekly (net)
~$1,007
Monthly (net)
~$4,363
Annual (net)
~$52,358
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $72,867

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Security Officer in Sydney?
Entry is $55,000, at or near the award minimum, with a security licence as the baseline requirement. Site type drives pay, with corporate, aviation and critical infrastructure above retail and events. First aid, control room and crowd control endorsements are what move officers up the band.
Is $65,352 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $65,000 a security officer earns 31.2% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $1,007 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Shift loadings rather than base pay are where realistic upside sits. With barely one listing in ten disclosing pay, treat the figure as directional.
How much does a Senior Security Officer make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $86,000, reached through supervision, control room work or specialised site responsibility. Security management and risk roles sit above this range. Given the low disclosure rate and modest sample, treat the upper end as indicative.

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Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.