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Excepted Service positions are the backbone of federal innovation, offering stability and a clear career ladder. With 1301 openings, agencies like NASA, NIH, and the Department of Energy are pushing projects in AI, quantum computing, and climate modeling. Demand spikes when new funding streams unlock high‑impact research and cybersecurity initiatives.

Roles range from Research Scientist and Data Analyst to Cybersecurity Engineer and GIS Analyst. Typical duties include designing experiments, developing Python/R pipelines, securing cloud deployments with AWS and Azure, and maintaining ArcGIS databases that support national infrastructure mapping.

Salary transparency is critical because Excepted Service pay is set in fixed bands. Knowing the exact figure for comparable positions across agencies lets candidates negotiate more effectively, benchmark against industry rates, and plan long‑term growth in a field that rewards expertise over tenure alone.

Sr. Customer Success Operations Manager

Company: Menlo Security

Location: USA

Posted Dec 03, 2025

Menlo Security is seeking a CS Operations Lead to manage renewal operations, drive data analytics and reporting, optimize the customer lifecycle, and foster cross-functional alignment. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of experience in Customer Success Operations or relevant consulting experience, expert-level proficiency in Gainsight and CRM systems, and strong analytical and communication skills.

Support Specialist

Company: G-P

Location: India

Posted Dec 03, 2025

The job posting describes a Support Specialist role supporting HR, IT, Finance, and benefits queries. The role involves managing customer relationships, triaging tickets, and communicating effectively. The ideal candidate should have experience in shared services, proficiency in English, and knowledge of HR procedures and policies.

Senior Engineering Director - AI Integrated Systems

Company: Axelera AI

Location: Europe,UK

Posted Dec 03, 2025

Axelera AI is a global industry pioneer in AI hardware, having raised $120 million and built a world-class team of 220+ employees. They are seeking a strategic engineering leader to own hardware development and lead the design of their AI accelerator cards and system-level solutions.

Enterprise Real Account Manager

Company: Mapbox

Location: USA

Posted Dec 03, 2025

Mapbox is a leading real-time location platform for businesses, offering tools for navigation and location-aware applications. The company values high-performing individuals, diversity, and teaching. The role involves building relationships with enterprise customers, presenting solutions, and expanding Mapbox adoption in key industries.

Senior Customer Success Manager - Identity Security

Company: Saviynt

Location: Germany

Posted Dec 03, 2025

Saviynt is a leading identity security platform that helps organizations safeguard digital assets, drive operational efficiency, and reduce compliance costs. They are seeking a Sr Customer Success Manager to cultivate customer loyalty, drive product adoption, and ensure customer success. The role involves serving as the primary point of contact, developing relationships with executives, advising on solutions, and managing customer accounts.

Support Specialist (Night Shift)

Company: G-P

Location: India

Posted Dec 03, 2025

The job posting describes a Support Specialist role supporting HR, IT, Finance, and benefits queries. The role involves handling day-to-day queries, developing an omnichannel engagement strategy, triaging and prioritizing tickets, managing customer relationships, and communicating effectively. The ideal candidate should have 1-2 years of experience in Global Shared Services, proficiency in English, problem-solving skills, customer orientation, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a dynamic environment and meet SLAs and KPIs.

Senior OT Operations Manager

Company: GuidePoint Security

Location: USA

Posted Dec 03, 2025

GuidePoint Security is seeking a Senior OT Operations Manager to optimize delivery processes, enhance project management capabilities, and drive operational excellence across their growing OT services and incident response engagements. The role focuses on process optimization, project manager capability enhancement, OT incident response operational excellence, strategic operations and performance management, and cross-functional leadership and alignment.

Software Engineer L2 - Cloud Infrastructure Area

Company: Twilio

Location: USA

Posted Dec 03, 2025

The job posting is for a Software Engineer L2 position at Twilio, focusing on cloud infrastructure. The role involves developing and maintaining scalable cloud-native environments, automating solutions, and collaborating with various teams. The position requires experience in AWS cloud infrastructure management, ASG knowledge, and proficiency in programming languages like Java or Python.

Support Specialist (Night Shift)

Company: G-P

Location: India

Posted Dec 03, 2025

The job posting describes a Support Specialist role supporting HR, IT, Finance, and benefits queries. The role involves managing customer relationships, triaging tickets, and communicating effectively. The ideal candidate should have experience in shared services, proficiency in English, knowledge of HR procedures, and strong problem-solving skills.

Safety Lead Risk Management Consultant

Company: ClinChoice

Location: USA

Posted Dec 03, 2025

ClinChoice is seeking a Benefit Risk and Risk Management Lead Consultant for a 12-month contract with extension possibilities. The role involves leading global medical safety management, conducting risk assessments, and ensuring product safety. The ideal candidate should have a medical degree, 6+ years of pharmacovigilance experience, and strong leadership skills.

Enterprise Support Specialist

Company: SoundStack

Location: USA

Posted Dec 03, 2025

SoundStack is an audio-as-a-service company that provides digital audio businesses with access to big tech, easy-to-use tools, and the ability to connect with any provider across the market. The Enterprise Support Specialist role is responsible for ensuring the technical success and satisfaction of VIP partners across both the Platform and Marketplace areas of SoundStack. The role involves providing frontline technical support, aiding in the onboarding process, acting as the primary point of contact for VIP partners, managing escalations, maintaining service level agreements, documenting client interactions, proactively monitoring service performance, communicating with stakeholders and customers, conducting training sessions, and participating in weekend and on-call support.

Senior Software Engineer - MetaMask (Growth)

Company: Consensys

Location: USA

Posted Dec 03, 2025

Consensys is a leading blockchain and web3 software company founded by Joe Lubin, CEO of Consensys and CoFounder of Ethereum. They aim to unlock the collaborative power of communities by making the decentralized web universally easy to access, use, and build on. Consensys inspires and champions the builder instinct in everyone by making web3 universally easy to use and develop on.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for entry‑level, mid‑level, and senior Excepted Service positions?
Entry‑level: $55k‑$80k. Mid‑level: $80k‑$110k. Senior: $110k‑$150k, with top specialists reaching $170k+ depending on agency and technical specialty.
What skills and certifications are most valued for Excepted Service roles?
Strong programming in Python or R, SQL database management, GIS expertise with ArcGIS Pro, cloud skills in AWS or Azure, and certifications such as CISSP, CISM, PMP, or GIS Professional (GISP).
Are Excepted Service positions available for remote work?
Many agencies now offer hybrid or fully remote arrangements, especially for data‑centric roles. Agencies like NIH and NASA allow remote work for analytical positions, but security‑sensitive roles may require on‑site presence.
What career progression paths exist within Excepted Service positions?
Typical ladder moves from Analyst → Senior Analyst → Lead → Manager → Director. Research tracks progress from Research Associate → Senior Scientist → Principal Scientist, with opportunities for cross‑agency transfers and leadership roles.
What industry trends are shaping the future of Excepted Service roles?
Growth in AI/ML, quantum computing, cyber resilience, and green‑energy research drives demand. Agencies are investing in data‑driven decision making and securing critical infrastructure, creating new roles in predictive analytics, cyber‑security, and sustainable technology.

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