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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.

Expert Security Engineer - Security Controls Adoption & Assurance

Company: Jimdo

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Jimdo is a growing, profitable company founded in 2007 that offers a GDPR-compliant website builder and various tools to help microbusinesses thrive. They are seeking a security expert to join their small team and help protect their people and assets from threats while ensuring secure business operations.

Senior Cloud Security Engineer

Company: ExtraHop

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

ExtraHop is seeking a Senior Product Security Engineer to build and operate a security program for their cloud services and infrastructure. The role involves implementing and operating security tools, developing standards, performing threat modeling and code reviews, managing vulnerability management processes, and participating in incident response activities. The ideal candidate should have experience securing cloud environments, modern computing infrastructure, and container technologies.

Senior Engineering Manager - Navigation SDK & Apps

Company: Mapbox

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Mapbox is a leading real-time location platform that provides tools for navigation, mapping, and location-aware applications. The company has over 4 million registered developers and offers flexible, secure, and privacy-compliant solutions. The Navigation team at Mapbox develops web services for navigation initiatives in consumer, automotive, and logistics verticals, and is revolutionizing in-car experiences with technology.

Senior Recruiter

Company: Kraken

Location: Europe

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Kraken seeks experienced recruiters to join their global, mission-driven team focused on crypto innovation and financial inclusion. The role involves shaping recruitment strategies, collaborating with stakeholders, and driving talent acquisition in a remote, high-paced environment. The company emphasizes merit-based hiring, diversity, and opportunities to impact the crypto industry.

Industry Architect - New AI Cybersecurity Concept

Company: Red Cell Partners

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Red Cell is seeking an Industry Architect to lead a new cybersecurity concept with a path to become the future technical founder. The role involves monitoring emerging technologies, collaborating with engineering, developing product roadmap and go-to-market strategies, and engaging prospective customers. The ideal candidate has an entrepreneurial mindset, experience building AIML systems, and strong research and communication skills.

Revenue Integrity Coding Billing Specialist

Company: Guidehouse

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

The Revenue Integrity Coding Billing Specialist position is a fully remote role that provides revenue cycle support services. The role involves reviewing and resolving Medicare and third-party payer accounts, performing charge master reconciliation audits, and ensuring compliance with billing guidelines. The position requires 5+ years of Revenue Integrity experience, coding certifications, and expertise in ICD-10, CPT, and HCPCS Level II coding.

Payments Business Development Manager

Company: Blackbaud

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Blackbaud is seeking a Payments Business Development Manager to promote their integrated payment solutions to third-party platforms, expand market share, and drive revenue growth. The role involves developing a go-to-market strategy, identifying potential partners, negotiating deals, and supporting partner onboarding and success.

Distributed Systems Engineer (L5) - Cloud Gateway

Company: Netflix

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Netflix is a leading entertainment service with over 300 million paid memberships worldwide. The Application Networking Group is seeking an experienced engineer to join their team and work on the cloud platform's communication backbone. The role involves designing, developing, and integrating functionality to enhance security, observability, and resilience for traffic traversing the cloud.

Integration Engineer - Client Experience

Company: TrueML

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

The job posting is for a client-facing Integration Engineer role within the Client Experience team. The role involves designing and building custom integrations, improving operational efficiency, and providing technical support. The ideal candidate should have a bachelor's degree in a related field, 5+ years of experience in a technical role, expertise in Python and Golang, and experience with cloud-based technologies and API integrations.

Security ML Engineer (L5)

Company: Netflix

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Netflix is a leading entertainment service with over 300 million paid memberships worldwide. The team leverages data and machine learning to identify anomalies, detect threats, and automate security decisions at Netflix scale. They collaborate closely with various teams across Netflix to build production ML systems that detect fraud and abuse patterns across the global member base and device ecosystem.

Principal Field Security Engineer

Company: GitLab

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

GitLab is seeking a Principal Field Security Engineer to address complex customer security challenges. The role involves providing technical guidance, creating security content, and helping customers understand how GitLab's security controls meet their compliance and risk management needs. The ideal candidate will have 10+ years of experience in information security, deep expertise in security frameworks and standards, and exceptional communication skills.

Senior Software Engineer

Company: Mozilla

Location: UK

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Mozilla's mission to build an open internet drives their work on Firefox and open-source projects. They seek a Senior Software Engineer to enhance AMO, offering competitive benefits and a collaborative environment.

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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