Security Officer Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Security Officers in Sydney earn a median salary of $55,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $50,000 and $80,000. That sits 42% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 38 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 59th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +9 listings vs last month
💰 Security Officer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$50,000 – $80,000
Median: $55,000
May $65k
Jun $55k
↓ Trending down

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

Mid level $50,000 – $80,000
Overall $50k–$80k Mid $50k–$80k $48k $55k $62k $68k $75k $82k
Moderate confidence 38 listings (+9 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Understanding the Sydney Market

Security officer pay in Sydney fell sharply this month, the median dropped $10,000 to $55,000, even as listings rose from 29 to 38, a clear case of volume hiring at the entry end dragging the median down. At $55k the role sits 42% below the city's all-roles figure, one of the widest gaps in the batch, reflecting award-based, often casual-scaled pay. The band ($50k to $80k) shows the higher end exists for specialised roles, but the median sits near the floor.

Take Home Pay (based on median $55,000)

Weekly (net)
~$879
Monthly (net)
~$3,811
Annual (net)
~$45,733
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $61,325

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?
New security officers in Sydney start around $50k, close to the award floor. The lift toward the $80k top comes from licence class and setting: a firearms or cash-in-transit licence, control-room or close-protection work, and corporate or event security pay well above general guarding. Penalty-loaded night and weekend shifts lift take-home too.
Is $55,000 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $55k the median sits 42% below Sydney's all-roles median and nets roughly $46k after tax, low in one of the country's most expensive cities, and the recent $10k drop against rising demand means downward pressure at the entry end. The realistic route to better money is a specialised licence (cash-in-transit, close protection) or a control-room and supervisory step.
How much does a Senior Security Officer make in Sydney?
Experienced security officers reach the $80k top through specialised licences (firearms, cash-in-transit), close-protection or control-room work, and penalty-heavy rosters. The step up is about credential and specialisation, not years: general guarding caps out fast, while licensed high-risk roles and supervisory or security-management positions carry the top of the band.

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Security Officer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $55,000 —
Brisbane $74,100 +35%
Melbourne $59,438 +8%

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