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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.

Sr. Software Development Engineer - Embedded, Flight Sw, Kuiper Flight Systems / Software

Company: Amazon Kuiper Manufacturing Enterprises LLC

Location: Redmond, WA

Posted Oct 15, 2025

5+ years of leading design or architecture (design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems experience.

Software Engineer, Real Time

Company: OpenAI

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Accelerate engineering productivity by empowering your fellow engineers with excellent tooling and systems. For unincorporated Los Angeles County workers: we…

Advanced Application Engineer

Company: Experis

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Lead the design and architecture of Salesforce solutions across Sales Cloud, CPQ, and custom applications. Provide technical leadership to development teams and…

Microsoft Security Operations Center (SOC) Analyst

Company: Pivotal Consulting

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Seattle, WA (Contract W2 Hourly, Hybrid).

Clinical Pharmacist

Company: Akahi Associates, LLC

Location: Nellis AFB, NV

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Licensure/Registration: Shall have and maintain a current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as a pharmacist in any one of the 50 states, the…

Cloud Solutions Architect

Company: Hyve Managed Hosting

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Hands-on knowledge of virtualization and infrastructure platforms (e.g. VMware, Redhat, storage technologies, network design) as well as public cloud provider(s…

Carpenter Mechanic

Company: NYU Langone Health

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Job completion records - Submits completed house calls and PMRs to respective foreman for filing and charges. Handles all house calls that pertain to all listed…

Salesforce Developer

Company: City of Plano, Texas

Location: Plano, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Design and develop custom user interfaces using Visualforce, Lightning Pages, and Lightning Web Components (LWC). Up to three weeks of paid vacation.

Senior Fullstack Gen AI Engineer

Company: Toyota

Location: Plano, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Strong ability to articulate technical solutions, trade-offs, and system behavior to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

IT Systems & Security Analyst

Company: EnTech Engineering, PC

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 15, 2025

This position bridges Helpdesk and Infrastructure by managing complex technical issues, performing system security audits, and developing automation for…

Pharmacist

Company: OnePoint Patient Care

Location: Tempe, AZ

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Conduct and evaluate medication profiles/histories, assess compliance and suggest modifications in order tooptimize medication regimens using sound clinical…

AI/ML Engineer/SME

Company: The Marlin Alliance

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Using your comprehensive knowledge of various technologies, you will design, develop, and implement solutions to support Navy mission owners in their digital…

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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