Security Engineer
Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities. In the GCC market, this role is actively hired across Qatar, Saudi, UAE with 12 recent postings.
A Security Engineer in the GCC region requires kubernetes, audit, compliance, supply chain, communication. Direct an organization's security functions, including physical security and safety of employees and facilities. This role is in demand across the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.
Salary across the GCC
Monthly gross median in local currency, by country × seniority.
| Country | Junior | Mid-Level | Senior | Lead / Principal |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| United Arab Emirates | 13,000 AED | 22,000 AED | 34,500 AED | 47,500 AED |
| Saudi Arabia | 12,500 SAR | 21,000 SAR | 33,000 SAR | 45,500 SAR |
| Qatar | 13,500 QAR | 23,000 QAR | 36,000 QAR | 50,000 QAR |
| Kuwait | 1,050 KWD | 1,800 KWD | 2,800 KWD | 3,900 KWD |
| Oman | 1,150 OMR | 2,000 OMR | 3,100 OMR | 4,350 OMR |
| Bahrain | 1,100 BHD | 1,900 BHD | 2,950 BHD | 4,100 BHD |
How Security Engineer pay varies in the UAE
UAE · mid-level · monthly gross in AED
Modelled from 500 market signals (Michael Page, Cooper Fitch & Hays surveys + Tabbio posting data) · updated June 15, 2026 · How we estimate
By company size
Median compensation varies with headcount.
Top-paying industries
Median for this role, ranked by sector.
Estimates modelled from GCC pay surveys and live posting volume — a directional guide, not a live salary feed.
Top hiring companies
- Redington Middle East
- Adree
- Fuse Energy
- Charterhouse Middle East
- Emdad By Elm
- HungerStation | هنقرستيشن
Active markets
- qatar
- saudi
- uae
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What is the average Security Engineer salary in the UAE?
The median monthly gross salary for a mid-level Security Engineer in the UAE is estimated from sample Gulf pay data. The figures scale with seniority — juniors earn roughly 55-60% of the mid level, seniors about 1.5×, and leads/principals close to 2×.
Which GCC country pays Security Engineer salaries the most?
Qatar and the UAE typically lead for Security Engineer salaries, with Saudi Arabia close behind. Kuwait, Bahrain, and Oman pay in local currency but the gross AED-equivalent is usually somewhat lower.
Are these figures gross or net?
All numbers are monthly gross base pay — before housing or transport allowances, bonuses, or statutory deductions. GCC payroll typically has no income tax for residents, so gross and net are close for most expats.
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