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Security clearance roles are at the forefront of national defense and cyber resilience. With escalating cyber‑attack budgets and increased federal spending on advanced weaponry, demand for vetted professionals has surged, driving competitive salaries and rapid hiring cycles.

Clearance positions span software engineering, system architecture, threat intelligence, and compliance management. Typical duties include secure code reviews, penetration testing with tools like Kali Linux and Metasploit, configuring SIEM platforms such as Splunk or QRadar, and ensuring adherence to NIST SP 800‑53 controls for DoD and FedRAMP environments.

Salary transparency is critical for clearance holders because pay is often tied to the level of clearance and the sensitivity of projects. Knowing exact ranges upfront helps professionals negotiate time‑off, relocation, and contract terms, avoiding the hidden costs of security‑related travel and extended vetting periods.

Staff Security Assurance Engineer - Third Party Risk Management

Company: Databricks

Location: India

Posted Nov 24, 2025

The Databricks Security Assurance Team is seeking a Staff Security Assurance Engineer with a focus on third-party risk management. The role involves managing and maturing the third-party risk management program, conducting security assessments and audits, maintaining assessment procedures and documentation, and developing metrics. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, 10+ years of security experience with at least 4 years in third-party risk management, and experience managing and improving third-party risk management programs.

VP, Engineering

Company: Nutrafol

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Nutrafol is seeking a Vice President of Engineering to lead their engineering department, set technical vision, and drive innovation. The role involves building and leading an efficient engineering organization, overseeing the complete technology stack, and developing frontend, backend, and operations teams. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in full-stack engineering, leadership, and managing engineering teams.

Software Engineer - Security Assurance

Company: Grafana Labs

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

The job posting is for a Software Engineer Security Assurance position at Grafana Labs, a 100% remote company. The role involves building and maintaining security observability, compliance, and control management systems. The ideal candidate should have experience in security programs, knowledge of security standards, and strong interpersonal skills. The company values agile principles, open communication, and an OSS-first mindset.

Senior Product Manager | Cloud Security

Company: ExtraHop

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

The role is for a Senior Product Manager in Cloud Security to lead the development of innovative security solutions for cloud and Kubernetes workloads. The position involves driving strategy, building relationships with customers and partners, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate has 5+ years of product management experience, deep knowledge of cloud and Kubernetes security, and excellent communication skills.

Associate Security Detection Engineer - Signals Engineering

Company: GitLab

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 24, 2025

The role involves joining the Signals Engineering team at GitLab to build and maintain a best-in-class signal development and detection engineering program. The team focuses on writing, maintaining, and testing threat detections with an emphasis on automation, LLM-aided efficiencies, and behavioral analysis. The ideal candidate should have experience in SOC detection engineering, incident response, or maintaining GitLab, along with an interest in cloud technologies, AI, and advanced detection capabilities.

Sr Security Assurance Engineer - Third Party Risk Management

Company: Databricks

Location: India

Posted Nov 24, 2025

The Databricks Security Assurance Team is seeking a Senior Security Assurance Engineer to help manage third-party security risk and achieve third-party certifications. The role involves operating and maturing the third-party risk management program, performing security assessments and audits, and supporting program metrics. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, 7+ years of security experience with at least 3 years in third-party risk management, and experience working with internal legal teams and vendor security questionnaires.

Data Scientist - Risk

Company: Found

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Found is a company that provides tools and services for self-employed individuals, including a business bank account that automates taxes and expense tracking. They are looking for passionate and resourceful people to join their team and build a safety net for self-employment. The role of Risk Data Scientist involves analyzing financial data, developing risk controls, contributing to strategic planning, and optimizing processes to manage risks in a fast-paced fintech environment.

Support Engineer

Company: n8n

Location: EMEA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

n8n is an open-source workflow orchestration platform that empowers technical teams to automate faster and smarter. The company has grown rapidly since its founding in 2019, building a diverse team, cultivating a large community, and raising significant funding. n8n is committed to diversity, inclusion, and providing excellent customer support through its Tier 2 Support team.

Marketing Manager - Lifecycle

Company: Kraken

Location: UK

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Kraken emphasizes its mission-driven approach to crypto adoption, highlighting a global team and opportunities for marketing professionals to contribute to industry growth through innovation and customer-centric strategies.

Technical Lead

Company: Nearform

Location: UK

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Nearform is a global team of data, AI, and engineering experts who build intelligent digital solutions for leading enterprises. They offer a remote, full-time opportunity for a Technical Lead based in the UK. The role involves leading development teams, collaborating with clients, and shaping architectural decisions. Nearform provides benefits such as work-life balance, training, healthcare, and a pension match.

Full Stack Engineer - Ads

Company: Reddit

Location: USA

Posted Nov 24, 2025

Reddit's job posting highlights flexible work arrangements, remote opportunities, and roles in innovative engineering teams. It emphasizes collaboration, scalable systems, and benefits like healthcare, equity, and parental leave.

Software Engineer - Security Assurance

Company: Grafana Labs

Location: Canada

Posted Nov 24, 2025

The job posting is for a Software Engineer Security Assurance position at Grafana Labs, a remote-first company. The role involves building and maintaining security systems, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and developing automated security assurance programs. The company values agile principles, high-velocity expectations, and an OSS-first mindset.

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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