Secret Security Clearance Jobs

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The Secret clearance market is booming as defense contractors and federal agencies push back against ransomware, supply‑chain attacks, and emerging quantum threats. With 1,259 openings, companies are prioritizing experts who can design secure architectures that meet NSA Suite B and NIST 800‑53 standards. The demand for Secret‑level talent is higher than ever, and the salary range reflects the specialized skills and the high‑risk environments these professionals manage.

Roles span from Secure Software Engineer to Threat Intelligence Analyst, Cybersecurity Architect and Program Manager. Typical responsibilities include hardening embedded systems, conducting penetration tests on classified networks, modeling attack vectors with STRIDE, and ensuring FIPS 140‑2 compliance for cryptographic modules. Many positions also involve coordinating with the Defense Information Systems Agency (DISA) and maintaining continuous monitoring via the Continuous Diagnostics and Mitigation (CDM) program.

Salary transparency is crucial for Secret‑level workers because pay can vary widely based on the contractor’s mission, the complexity of the system, and the level of clearance. By seeing exact compensation ranges upfront, candidates can negotiate better, choose roles that match their career goals, and avoid the hidden costs of relocating to secure facilities. Transparent pay also signals fair treatment in a field where the stakes—and the risks—are high.

Senior DevOps Engineer

Company: Loka, Inc

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 28, 2025

Loka offers a modern tech stack and impactful projects across industries. The DevOps role involves cloud infrastructure, automation, and collaboration. Benefits include flexible work, remote culture, and professional growth opportunities.

Senior Staff Engineer - Cloud Infrastructure

Company: Airbnb

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 28, 2025

The text describes a Senior Staff Engineer role at Airbnb's Cloud Infrastructure team, focusing on leading the lifecycle management of the Kubernetes compute platform. The role involves providing technical leadership, influencing a distributed team, driving cost efficiency, and contributing to the multiyear strategy for the cloud platform. The position requires extensive experience in infrastructure, public cloud providers, and Kubernetes.

Regional Sales Manager

Company: BlueVoyant

Location: Germany

Posted Nov 28, 2025

BlueVoyant is seeking an experienced Enterprise Account Manager to join their team and grow high-velocity business relationships with Microsoft Security Solutions and strategic resellers. The role involves building relationships, simplifying messaging, developing joint pipeline, leveraging existing relationships, building business plans, and working closely with sales leadership and marketing. The ideal candidate should have expertise in Microsoft Security Business, recent experience as a Microsoft seller or security partner, and strong communication skills.

Enterprise Security Engineer

Company: OpenAI

Location: USA

Posted Nov 28, 2025

The OpenAI Security organization's IT team works to provide researchers, engineers, and staff with the tools they need to work comfortably and securely. The Enterprise Security Engineer role involves implementing and managing the security of internal information systems, infrastructure, and processes, working closely with IT and Security teams. The role requires experience in protecting macOS fleets, deploying endpoint security solutions, working with public cloud service providers, and knowledge of modern adversary tactics.

Security Engineer

Company: Magnet Forensics

Location: USA

Posted Nov 28, 2025

Magnet Forensics is a global leader in digital investigative software, serving thousands of customers worldwide. They are expanding their global presence and seeking talented individuals to join their team. The company values innovation, collaboration, and making a positive impact in the world.

Staff Software Engineer - Lending

Company: Visa

Location: UK

Posted Nov 28, 2025

Pismo is a technology company providing banking card issuing solutions, collaborating with Visa to address technological challenges for financial institutions. The job description highlights developing a global lending platform with Java and AWS, focusing on scalability, security, and microservices architecture. The role requires expertise in cloud technologies, event-driven systems, and DevOps practices, with remote work flexibility.

Field & ABM Marketing Manager

Company: Tanium

Location: Canada

Posted Nov 28, 2025

The Field ABM Marketing Manager Canada role involves driving regional marketing initiatives, collaborating with sales, developing ABM programs, executing integrated campaigns, and supporting sales enablement. The ideal candidate has 3-5 years of B2B enterprise marketing experience, strategic thinking, project management skills, and proficiency in marketing technologies.

Principal Engineer

Company: Hostaway

Location: Europe

Posted Nov 28, 2025

Hostaway is a market-leading SaaS scaleup transforming the vacation rental industry. They are seeking a Principal Engineer to lead the transformation of their platform, shaping its evolution to support hundreds of integrations, complex workflows, and a rapidly growing customer base. The role offers competitive compensation, 100% remote work, equity, professional growth opportunities, and a values-driven leadership approach.

Field Marketing Manager

Company: One Model

Location: USA

Posted Nov 28, 2025

The Field Marketing Manager role at One Model involves driving field marketing execution for events and sales enablement, as well as managing the Evangelist Advocacy Program by connecting with industry influencers and coordinating partnerships. The role requires a mix of hands-on execution, team coordination, and strategic program management to ensure seamless event delivery, sales support, and influencer engagement.

Cloud Network Engineer (Palo Alto)

Company: Blossom

Location: Colombia

Posted Nov 28, 2025

Blossom is seeking a Cloud Network Engineer to architect and maintain their cloud network infrastructure, focusing on AWS environments and Palo Alto Networks security platforms. The role requires deep networking expertise, strong analytical skills, and the ability to collaborate with engineering teams to ensure secure, reliable, and efficient connectivity across cloud and hybrid environments.

Security Engineer

Company: Magnet Forensics

Location: Canada

Posted Nov 28, 2025

Magnet Forensics is a global leader in digital investigative software. They are seeking a security professional to lead Red Team assessments, conduct forensic investigations, and proactively evaluate threats. The role involves shaping the future of enterprise defense, enhancing security tools, and driving innovation in security strategy.

Regional Sales Manager

Company: BlueVoyant

Location: UK

Posted Nov 28, 2025

BlueVoyant is seeking an experienced Enterprise Account Manager to join their team and grow high-velocity business relationships with Microsoft Security Solutions and strategic resellers. The role involves building relationships, simplifying messaging, developing joint pipeline, leveraging existing relationships, building business plans, and working closely with sales leadership and marketing. The ideal candidate should have expertise in Microsoft Security Business, recent experience as a Microsoft seller or security partner, and strong communication skills.

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for Secret Clearance roles?
Entry‑level (0–2 years) salaries range from $110,000 to $130,000. Mid‑level (3–5 years) professionals earn between $140,000 and $170,000. Senior experts (6+ years) command $180,000 to $240,000, with contractors often offering higher hourly rates for specialized projects.
Which skills and certifications are required for Secret Clearance positions?
A Secret clearance is mandatory, along with expertise in NSA Suite B, FIPS 140‑2, and secure coding in C/C++/Rust. Certifications such as CISSP, CISA, GSEC, and proficiency in threat‑modeling frameworks like STRIDE are highly valued. Knowledge of secure cloud environments (AWS GovCloud, Azure Government) and continuous monitoring via DISA CDM is also essential.
Is remote work available for Secret Clearance jobs?
Most roles require on‑site presence at defense facilities to maintain a secure environment. However, certain contractor positions allow remote work using NSA‑approved VPNs and secure remote desktop solutions, typically for data analysis, cloud architecture, or policy compliance tasks.
What career progression paths exist within Secret Clearance tech roles?
Typical paths move from Analyst → Senior Analyst → Lead Analyst → Security Architect → Program Manager → Director of Cyber Operations. Lateral moves into supply‑chain security, incident response, or cyber‑physical systems defense are also common, enabling continuous skill expansion.
What industry trends are shaping Secret Clearance opportunities?
The field is driven by AI/ML‑based threat detection, quantum‑resistant cryptography, and the expansion of secure cloud services. Emphasis on supply‑chain security, cyber‑physical systems, and the increased federal investment in cyber defense are creating new roles and higher salary potential.

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