Security Officer Salary in Sydney (2026)

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Security Officers in Sydney earn a median salary of $64,088 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $50,000 and $80,000. That sits 32% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 32 jobs advertised in Sydney in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 47th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↓ -6 listings vs last month
💰 Security Officer · Sydney
ADVERTISED RANGE
$50,000 – $80,000
Median: $64,088
Jun $55k
Jul $64k
↑ Trending up

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 32 listings (-6 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 32 job listings for this role and city, 87.9% sourced from Seek.com.au and the rest from government job boards and employer career sites. Of those, 21.2% stated a salary directly. The remaining 78.8% 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%  $50,000 Median  $64,088 $80,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

The median jumped $9,088 to $64,000, a 16.5% rise, though Sydney remains the lowest-paying security market in this data, behind Brisbane at $71,000 and Melbourne at $70,000. Listings fell from 38 to 32 at the same time. Only 21% of listings stated a salary, so a move this large off 32 listings should be treated as directional. At 32.5% below the city median this is one of the widest role-to-city gaps in Sydney.

Take Home Pay (based on median $64,088)

Weekly (net)
~$991
Monthly (net)
~$4,296
Annual (net)
~$51,549
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $71,458

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 $50,000, 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 $64,088 a good salary in Sydney?
No. At $64,000 a security officer earns 32.5% below Sydney's all-roles median of $95,000, with take-home near $991 a week against the highest living costs in this report. Brisbane pays $7,000 more at a far lower cost base, making Sydney clearly the weakest market. Shift loadings rather than base pay are where realistic upside sits.
How much does a Senior Security Officer make in Sydney?
The ceiling is $80,000, 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 small sample, treat the upper end as indicative.

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Security Officer salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Sydney
Sydney (this page) $64,088 0%
Brisbane $71,160 +11%
Melbourne $70,000 +9%

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