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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.

Security Operations Jr. Analyst

Company: Athens Services

Location: Irwindale, CA

Posted Sep 22, 2025

Valid California driver’s license with a clean driving record. At other times, you will be deployed to the field to provide direct security support, ensuring…

Trading Analytics Model Developer Senior

Company: Freddie Mac

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Sep 22, 2025

Work with technical team to develop, test, and deploy microservices. Build robust user-facing microservices in Java/Spring Boot/RESTful following best practices…

Software Development Engineer

Company: Marlyn Nutraceuticals, Inc.

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Posted Sep 23, 2025

The role requires strong technical knowledge, experience working in similar field and/or industry, collaboration, communication skills, and curiosity to learn…

Security Access Controller

Company: Prosegur

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 22, 2025

Clean driving record and valid driver license. Interact with clients, visitors, employees, and the public in a professional manner.

Senior Software Developer (Full Stack)

Company: Swisher

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Sep 22, 2025

Contribute to technical design discussions, solutioning, and implement solutions based on established architectural patterns, software development best…

Cabinet Maker Sr

Company: PDS

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Sep 22, 2025

Interpret engineering drawings and material specs to produce components that meet exact design requirements. The Company will consider qualified applicants with…

Cyber Security Analyst

Company: TeknoTrain

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Sep 22, 2025

*Incident Response and Disaster Recovery*: These analysts play a crucial role in incident response and disaster recovery planning.

Armed Security Officers - Full-Time, 3rd Shift - $23/hr

Company: Sunstates Security

Location: Irving, TX

Posted Sep 22, 2025

Valid driver's license is required. Prior security, military, or law enforcement experience. Armed Security Officers - Full-Time, 3rd Shift - $23/hr.

Security Officers - Full Time - $22.15/hr

Company: Sunstates Security

Location: Northlake, IL

Posted Sep 22, 2025

Maintain a daily audit of all equipment to include cameras, keys, phones, and other necessary tools required to complete Securities day-to-day.

AI Solutions Architect / Automation Specialist

Company: Regional Natural Gas Utility Company

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Sep 23, 2025

Excellent communication and ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders. Integrate AI tools with my existing systems (CRM, email,…

SQL Report Writer

Company: Aldridge Pite, LLP

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Posted Sep 23, 2025

3+ years of experience in report development, data analysis, or related field. Proficiency in formatting documents in MS Word, Excel and PDF Editors including…

Armed Security Officer - Full Time - All shifts - $19.00/hr

Company: Sunstates Security

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Sep 22, 2025

Employees are provided with the tools and knowledge they need to be successful and hands-on management support. 2 years of security experience.

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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