Security Clearance Jobs

483,981 open positions · Updated daily

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.

Hull Welder Repair/Fabrication Technician I

Company: EPSILON SYSTEMS

Location: Imperial Beach, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Ability to work in a field environment for extended periods (and in some cases, areas of extreme heat and humidity such as Guam, Djibouti, Bahrain, etc).

Welder III

Company: EPSILON SYSTEMS

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Selects welding filler materials, joint design, proper heat ranges and most effective or required welding process/procedure to ensure quality welding operations…

CNC Set-Up & Edit

Company: Emerson

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Ability to read & Comprehend engineering drawings. Able to safely and correctly operate hand and power tools and machinery, including forklifts, semi-automated…

Journeyman Electrician

Company: Lockheed Martin

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Determines routing, location and methods of installing wires, conduits, electrical equipment, fixtures and accessories, following trade practice, blueprints,…

Electrician I

Company: EPSILON SYSTEMS

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Performs as an entry level Electrician with constant supervision. Assists with preparing and installing equipment or system alterations in accordance with the…

Marine Electrician II or III

Company: Continental Tide Defense System INC.

Location: Lincoln Acres, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Applicant must be familiar with NAVSEA, standard concepts, practices, and procedures within the field of electrical repair, fabrication, and installation.

Graving Dock Shore Electrician II

Company: EPSILON SYSTEMS

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Job Summary: The position will without more than normal supervision provide maintenance, repair and technical support on shore based graving dock electrical…

Electrician Mechanical- Future Needs

Company: Metra

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Oct 01, 2025

This position maintains electrical equipment on diesel/electric locomotives, self-propelled coaches and passenger railcars including propulsion systems,…

Habitability Electrician II

Company: EPSILON SYSTEMS

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Conducts research and provides drawings, technical manual information, design specifications, and engineering technical recommendations.

Director, ICON Production

Company: NIKE

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communication, or related field. You will oversee all facets of production and casting globally building scalable models,…

Hardware Engineer (Tactical Network - CANES) | Active Secret clearance

Company: General Dynamics - GDIT

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Our work depends on a Hardware Engineer who can lead shipboard/ashore design, integration, and installation of compute, storage, transport, and encryption…

Electrician III

Company: EPSILON SYSTEMS

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Oct 01, 2025

Summary : Performs a variety of complex electrical trade functions such as the installation, maintenance, or repair of electronics and/or electrical equipment…

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.

Related Pages