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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.

Development Outreach Manager (9852)

Company: Lutheran Services Florida

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Travels between worksites, meetings, events, donor meetings, program outreach, and community engagements regularly; Requires valid driver ’s license, auto…

Analyst Program System 1

Company: Integrated Human Capital

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, Computer Science, Environmental Science, Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Economics, Engineering, Math…

$1,000 Sign On Bonus Security Patrol Officer $20 an hour- 3rd Shift Overnight Driving Position- Must Have Clean Driving Record

Company: GuardTexas

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft, presence of unauthorized persons, or unusual occurrences…

Luxury Sales Associate

Company: Brilliant Earth

Location: Manhattan, NY

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Manage a high volume of incoming sales leads via email, live chat, and phones to attain individual revenue targets, providing a luxury customer experience…

Unarmed Security Officer North Lamar

Company: ACT Security Group

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Company paid guard license renewal fees after one year of employment. Guard licensing application & training assistance. Must be at least 18 years old.

Unarmed Flex Security Officer

Company: Prosegur

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Availability to answer calls and solve issues during their shift. Instead, they are given PILOBEN (Pay in lou of benefits) so they can purchase them on their…

Unarmed Security Guard - North San Diego Locations

Company: Unified Protective Services, Inc

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Valid California Guard Card (unarmed). High School Diploma or GED required. Ability to work swing and graveyard shifts. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time.

Welder - Level 1

Company: Precision Castparts Corp.

Location: South Gate, CA

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Person, as defined in those regulations, and able to supply evidence of that qualification prior to starting work or be authorized to receive controlled…

GSOC Supervisor

Company: Securitas

Location: Plano, TX

Posted Sep 24, 2025

May be required to hold and continue to meet the requirements for any applicable state, county and municipal license for Security Officers.

Supervisor Flex

Company: Marksman Security LLC

Location: Richardson, TX

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: Valid state Security License via TOPS, driver's license as applicable. Identify all tenants and/or visitors upon arrival.

DevOps Engineer (Cloud & AI Enablement) - Mogel

Company: Qureos Inc

Location: Scottsdale, AZ

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Design and implement cloud-native infrastructure using infrastructure-as-code (IaC) tools. You’ll work hands-on across multi-cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)…

Custodian

Company: Integrity National Corporation

Location: Philadelphia, PA

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Remove trash in accordance with established procedures and handle waste and hazardous materials in compliance with state and federal regulations.

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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