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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.

Security Software Engineer (L5) - Detection Engineering

Company: Netflix

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Netflix is a leading entertainment service with over 300 million paid memberships worldwide. The Detection Engineering Team focuses on analyzing high-risk attack paths and creating focused detections to reduce risk to the business. The team values software engineering skills, risk reduction, and improving the security space. They seek an experienced detection engineer with at least 5 years of experience writing detections at scale using a detection-as-code approach, preferably in an AWS environment. The role offers a competitive compensation structure and comprehensive benefits.

Partner Director

Company: Saviynt

Location: Sweden

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Saviynt is a leading identity security platform that helps organizations safeguard digital assets, drive operational efficiency, and reduce compliance costs. The company is currently hiring a Partner Director based in Sweden to develop and manage regional partner relationships across the Nordics. The role requires 10+ years of partner experience in the enterprise software industry, with a focus on cybersecurity and identity. Saviynt offers a high-growth, dynamic work environment with opportunities for learning and development.

Senior Platform Engineer

Company: Cytora

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Cytora, part of Applied Systems, is seeking a collaborative engineer to help build AI-powered insurance solutions with opportunities for innovation, remote work, and competitive compensation in a mission-driven culture.

Platform Engineer

Company: Megaport

Location: North America

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Megaport is a global leader in Network as a Service (NaaS) that has transformed the way businesses connect to the cloud, data centers, and each other. The company is headquartered in Brisbane and has a collaborative, supportive, and fun work environment. They are seeking an experienced Platform Engineer to join the Edge Services Development team and work on the platform that powers the Megaport Cloud Router and Megaport Virtual Edge products.

Mid/Senior Smart Contract Engineer

Company: LI.FI

Location: EMEA,APAC

Posted Nov 21, 2025

LIFI is a company that simplifies multichain DeFi for traditional financial institutions, fintechs, and service providers. They offer a unified API to access all on-chain liquidity across major blockchains for best price swaps. The company values user experience and aims to make complex technologies accessible to everyone. They are looking for a mid-level Smart Contract Engineer with experience in Solidity, TypeScript, and YUL/Assembly to join their API Expansion Team.

Technical Project Manager - Growth

Company: Kraken

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 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 offer premium products for traders, institutions, and newcomers, and are committed to industry-leading security, education, and client support. The Technical Project Manager role involves driving end-to-end execution of complex cross-functional technical projects, coordinating teams, and improving internal workflows.

Engineering Manager

Company: Vonage

Location: Spain

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Vonage seeks a Software Engineering Manager to lead their CPaaS platform team, emphasizing technical leadership, agile practices, and system design expertise. The role involves managing legacy and greenfield projects, driving organizational improvements, and fostering a people-first engineering culture.

Proposal Writer

Company: RSI Security

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

RSI Security seeks a Proposal Writer for their Sales & Growth team, requiring 25 years of experience in cybersecurity or technical fields. The role involves creating compliant RFP responses, collaborating with experts, and contributing to content libraries. Benefits include remote work, competitive salary, professional growth opportunities, and a mission-driven environment.

Security Engineer - Insider Threat Detection & Response

Company: OpenAI

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

OpenAI is an AI research and deployment company focused on ensuring that artificial general intelligence benefits all of humanity. The Security team protects OpenAI's technology, people, and products, with a focus on detecting insider threats and safeguarding sensitive assets. The role of a Security Engineer involves innovating on detection and response infrastructure, developing detection rules, driving projects across OpenAI's technology stack, partnering with cross-functional stakeholders, and collaborating on cutting-edge AI research.

Consultant - Strategy & Risk

Company: Optiv

Location: Canada

Posted Nov 21, 2025

This remote position in cybersecurity and risk management consultancy involves conducting security risk assessments, compliance evaluations, and developing risk management programs. The role requires a bachelor's degree, 2-5 years of experience, and knowledge of cybersecurity principles and risk management frameworks. Optiv offers a supportive work environment, professional training, and volunteer opportunities.

Senior Engineering Manager – User Platform

Company: Canva

Location: Australia

Posted Nov 21, 2025

Canva is a company that values diversity, inclusion, and employee well-being. They offer flexible work arrangements, equity packages, and a supportive culture. The User Platform group is responsible for building foundational platforms that enable Canva teams to ship amazing experiences quickly and safely.

M365 Cloud Security Engineer

Company: GuidePoint Security

Location: USA

Posted Nov 21, 2025

GuidePoint is seeking a well-rounded Microsoft Cloud Security Engineer to join their Cloud Security Practice. The role involves assessing security posture, developing roadmaps, designing architecture, and implementing solutions for Azure and Microsoft 365 environments. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience with Microsoft Azure, M365, and EM+S products, as well as strong communication and interpersonal skills.

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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