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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.

Full Stack Developer (JavaScript)

Company: FinOps Blueprint

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Serve diverse users from field operators to executive decision-makers. Build an AI-powered, cloud-native platform that's flexible enough to handle any complex…

Marine Electrician II

Company: Continental Tide Defense Systems

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 24, 2025

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

Residential Security & Executive Protection Agent

Company: Crisis24

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Possess a valid and current driver’s license. Required – Possess a valid and current BSIS issued CA Guard Card and Exposed Firearm Permit.

Intelligence Analyst

Company: ViaPath Technologies

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Sep 24, 2025

A concentration in Criminal Justice, Security and Intelligence, or a Business-related field is preferred. Ability to develop expertise in the area of OSINT,…

Machine Learning Scientist III

Company: Expedia Group

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Research, design, and develop machine learning models to improve travel search, personalization, and recommendation systems.

Virtual Reality Technology Developer

Company: CGI Group, Inc.

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Sep 24, 2025

.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Game Development, Software Engineering, or related technical field, or equivalent experience plus certifications/…

Senior Data Engineer Consultant (AI-Forward, Kafka + Databricks)

Company: Proactive Logic Consulting Inc

Location: United States

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Daily practitioner with AI coding tools and agents: *Claude Code*, *OpenAI Codex CLI* (and similar). Prompt and instruction design; translate business goals…

Data Scientist (Austin)

Company: Texas Workforce Commission

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in data science, business analytics, computer science, computer information…

REGISTERED NURSE- OR/SURGICAL SVCS

Company: Valley Hospital Medical Center

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Posted Sep 24, 2025

License/Certification: Current RN license in the State of Nevada. An interim RN license must be granted by the Nevada State Board of Nursing.

Principal Machine Learning Scientist - Principal Machine Learning Scientist – Generative AI & Customer Experience

Company: Expedia Group

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Creatively develop tools, visual aids, and original content to support the understanding and education of sophisticated and technical information (e.g., legal,…

Pharmacist

Company: OnePoint Patient Care

Location: Tempe, AZ

Posted Sep 24, 2025

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

Senior Microsoft .NET Architect Consultant (AI-Forward)

Company: Proactive Logic Consulting Inc

Location: United States

Posted Sep 24, 2025

Strong in prompt design and instruction strategy; able to translate business goals into structured prompts, tools, and context. What We’re Looking For*.

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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