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.

Software Development Engineer II - API

Company: Mapbox

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 11, 2025

Mapbox is a leading platform for location-based services, offering tools for businesses and hiring engineers for innovation in mapping and navigation.

Senior Field Marketing Manager - NAE Corporate Events & NA

Company: Menlo Security

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 11, 2025

Menlo Security is a well-funded cybersecurity company with a mission to enable secure connections and collaboration. They are expanding their team and seeking passionate, ethical, and agile talent. The role described is a crucial position responsible for driving pipeline and revenue growth through corporate events and regional field marketing in the North America West sales territory.

Senior Cloud Platform Engineer

Company: Mapbox

Location: Germany

Posted Nov 11, 2025

Mapbox is a leading realtime location platform that provides tools for navigation and location-aware businesses. The Cloud Platform team at Mapbox provides infrastructure and frameworks to power Mapbox services in AWS. They are seeking a Senior Cloud Platform Engineer to onboard AWS resources to a declarative gitops-based framework, maintain legacy cloud infrastructure, architect Kubernetes deployments, and lead migration of deployment pipelines.

Solutions Architect for Automotive

Company: Canonical

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 11, 2025

Canonical is a leading provider of open source software and operating systems, with a focus on enterprise and technology markets. The company is hiring a Solutions Architect for Automotive to help partners understand and embrace their open source platform. The role requires expertise in Linux, embedded systems, and customer-facing engagement.

Senior Security Engineer

Company: First Advantage

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 11, 2025

First Advantage is a company that values its employees and fosters an inclusive, diverse workforce. They are seeking a Senior Security Engineer to help secure their cloud infrastructure and applications across AWS and Azure. The role involves implementing security controls, participating in architecture reviews, building automation tools, collaborating with teams, conducting threat modeling and risk assessments, supporting incident response, and contributing to the evolution of security standards and processes.

Head of Trading Infrastructure

Company: Kraken

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 11, 2025

Kraken is a mission-focused crypto company with a world-class team dedicated to accelerating global adoption of crypto for financial freedom and inclusion. They are seeking a Head of Trading Infrastructure to set the vision and strategy for their exchange systems, focusing on building a fast, reliable, and trusted trading platform. Kraken values diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunity, and they celebrate their employees' unique perspectives and talents.

Senior Incident Response Analyst

Company: Green Dot Corporation

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 11, 2025

Green Dot is seeking talented professionals across the United States to join their team in providing smart money management and payment solutions. They have adopted a permanent Work from Anywhere model to attract the best talent and promote a strong culture. The Senior Incident Response Analyst role involves monitoring, investigating, and analyzing cybersecurity incidents, identifying vulnerabilities, and working with the IT security team.

IoT Security Consultant

Company: GuidePoint Security

Location: USA

Posted Nov 11, 2025

GuidePoint Security is seeking highly skilled IoT security professionals for upcoming projects. The company is growing and looking to hire a Senior IoT Security Consultant with expertise in securing IoT devices and environments. The role requires strong technical skills, the ability to foster client relationships, and a desire to continuously learn and improve.

DevOps Engineer

Company: Athennian

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 11, 2025

Athennian is a company that helps legal, finance, and tax teams manage business entity and corporate structure information. They are looking for a motivated DevOps Engineer to join their Cloud Security and Infrastructure team. The role involves building and maintaining cloud-based infrastructure, collaborating with engineering teams, and optimizing deployment tooling and infrastructure. The company values outcome-driven, wide responsibility, learning mindset, and strategic speed. They offer benefits such as health, dental, and vision coverage, parental leave, and a work-from-home allowance.

Inpatient Facility Coder

Company: AAPC

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 11, 2025

The job posting is for a remote contract inpatient facility coder position requiring at least 5 years of coding experience. The ideal candidate should possess strong coding skills, knowledge of medical terminology, and excellent communication abilities. The role involves accurately coding medical records, following coding guidelines, and maintaining confidentiality of patient information.

Product Manager - Cloud Application Security

Company: Data Theorem

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 11, 2025

Data Theorem is seeking a talented Product Manager to lead the development of security products for Cloud-Native Applications and APIs. The role involves collaborating with engineering teams, stakeholders, and customers to shape product strategy, prioritize features, and drive innovation in application and cloud security. The ideal candidate has a strong technical background, experience in product management, and excellent communication and leadership skills.

Senior Product Manager

Company: Immersive

Location: UK

Posted Nov 11, 2025

Immersive Labs is a leading cyber resilience solution provider that helps organizations futureproof against cyber threats. They are hiring a Senior Product Manager to own the Immersive One platform and drive its evolution. The role requires experience in enterprise or SaaS technology, cybersecurity, and product marketing. Immersive Labs offers a range of benefits and a supportive, inclusive work environment.

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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