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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.

Unarmed Security Receptionist - 1st Shift - Full Time

Company: Prosegur

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Oct 07, 2025

Greet and assist employees, visitors, and contractors at the front desk with professionalism and courtesy. During lobby hours, the Security Receptionist will…

Engineering Operations Analyst

Company: Qualcomm

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 07, 2025

Explore and apply 3rd-party AI and agentic systems such as Microsoft Copilot custom agents, Tableau AI, and other emerging tools to enhance engineering…

Per diem Pharmacist

Company: NYU Langone Health

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 07, 2025

In this role, the successful candidate Responsibilities include ensuring compliance with all applicable state and federal regulations, licensing requirements…

Electrical Technician

Company: The Metro Group, Inc.

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Oct 07, 2025

Pulling electrical wiring through electrical conduit. Experience in electrical equipment and wiring installation for high/mid-rise residential buildings and…

Java Full Stack Developer

Company: Apptricity Corporation

Location: Irving, TX

Posted Oct 07, 2025

HTML5, CSS3, Angular12 or equivalent front-end framework. Ground floor opportunity with a transformational, high growth IoT organization which develops, deploys…

Lead Software Development Engineer, Consumer Domains

Company: Audible

Location: Newark, NJ

Posted Oct 07, 2025

Collaborate with stakeholders to imagine, design, develop, test, and launch scalable and maintainable software that impacts our customers and inspires your…

Patient Care Technician 10th floor FT Nights - LOH

Company: NYU Langone Health

Location: New York, NY

Posted Oct 07, 2025

(Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) OR Heartsaver CPR/AED certification (Issued by the American Heart Association-AHA) is required upon entry to the…

Unarmed Security Officer - 2nd shift

Company: Prosegur

Location: Coppell, TX

Posted Oct 07, 2025

Licensing requirements are subject to state and/or local laws and regulations and may be required prior to employment. At least 18 years of age.

Morning School Van Driver and Campus Support Officer

Company: Forest Ridge School of the Sacred Heart

Location: Bellevue, WA

Posted Oct 07, 2025

Valid driver’s license with at least five years of general driving experience. 1–2 years of experience in security, facilities maintenance, or a related field…

Security Concierge Officer - Office Building (FT/PT)

Company: GuardTexas

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Oct 07, 2025

Familiar with placing calls on hold and transferring calls. We are a certified security guard trainer and train our hires free of charge to help you obtain your…

Flex Security Officer - On-Call - $18.50/hr

Company: Sunstates Security

Location: Burr Ridge, IL

Posted Oct 07, 2025

The flex officer provides trained, competent support by working shifts which become open due to illness, call-offs, weather, vacation, or other causes.

Application Security Engineering Manager

Company: Vanguard

Location: Malvern, PA

Posted Oct 07, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; You will lead a team of engineers and define the strategy and lead the life cycle of…

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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