Security Clearance Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Security Officer - Weekly Pay

Company: Securitas

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Mar 24, 2025

They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Paid time away from work.

Senior Frontend Software Engineer, Commercial Software & Services

Company: General Motors

Location: Mountain View, CA

Posted Mar 24, 2025

Extensive experience in architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems.

Weekend Grave or Day Shift Security Officer

Company: Securitas

Location: Cupertino, CA

Posted Mar 24, 2025

They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Paid time away from work.

Walk-In Wednesday - On The Spot Interviews

Company: Securitas

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Mar 24, 2025

They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Paid time away from work.

Project Manager

Company: Solventum

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Mar 21, 2025

This role requires a keen ability to collaborate with the project team to translate complex user needs and business and technical requirements into actionable…

Preschool Teacher - San Jose

Company: Hearts and Hands Christian Childcare & Preschool

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Mar 19, 2025

Guide children to develop their artistic and practical capabilities through a carefully constructed curriculum (identify shapes, numbers or colors, do crafts…

Sr. HVAC Controls Service Technician

Company: Trane Technologies

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Mar 22, 2025

Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to:

Patient Account Representative - Customer Service / Call Center - Healthcare

Company: Guidehouse

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Mar 20, 2025

Representatives are responsible for taking in-coming and out-going calls to patients and insurance companies to resolve patient accounts.

Access Control Security Officer

Company: Securitas

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Mar 24, 2025

They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Paid time away from work.

Infusion Clinical Pharmacist, Oncology

Company: Sutter Health

Location: Mountain View, CA

Posted Mar 20, 2025

Complies with state and federal drug laws as regulated by the state board of pharmacy, the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), and the Food and Drug…

Flex Security Guard - Open Availability Required

Company: Securitas

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Mar 24, 2025

All you need is a valid driver’s license and clean driving history, to be a great fit for this role! They preserve order while enforcing regulations and…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are typical salary ranges by seniority for clearance tech roles?
Entry‑level (Confidential) salaries range from $70k to $90k annually. Mid‑level (Secret) positions earn $100k to $130k. Senior (Top Secret) roles command $140k to $170k, while Lead or Program Manager positions with TS/SCI clearance can reach $180k to $220k, depending on project complexity and geographic location.
What skills and certifications are required to secure a clearance tech job?
Essential technical skills include secure coding (Python, C/C++), system hardening, and familiarity with SIEM tools like Splunk or QRadar. Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CompTIA Security+, GRC, and PMP are highly valued. Knowledge of NIST SP 800‑53, FedRAMP, ITAR, and CJIS compliance frameworks is mandatory for most roles.
Can clearance tech positions be performed remotely?
Many analysis and software engineering roles allow remote work with strict security controls: encrypted VPN, MFA, and adherence to DoD and DoD-CERT guidelines. However, roles involving hardware maintenance, secure facility access, or classified data handling typically require on‑site presence.
What career progression paths exist within clearance tech roles?
Typical progression moves from Analyst to Senior Analyst, then to System Architect or Lead Engineer. From there, professionals can transition into Program Manager, PMO, or Director of Cyber Operations. Advanced clearance holders can also pursue contracting or consulting roles in private industry with equivalent security clearances.
What are the current industry trends affecting clearance tech careers?
Key trends include the adoption of zero‑trust architectures, accelerated migration to DoD‑compliant cloud services, expansion of cyber‑operations centers, and the integration of AI/ML for threat detection. These shifts increase demand for specialists skilled in cloud security, AI‑driven analytics, and secure DevOps practices.

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