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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.

Controls Testing Analyst

Company: Customers Bank

Location: Malvern, PA

Posted Sep 15, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in information systems, or related field. We also provide “reasonable accommodations”, upon request, to qualified individuals with…

Armed Guard

Company: Global Security Solutions Inc.

Location: New York, NY

Posted Sep 15, 2025

The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in maintaining safety and security for our clients and their assets. Familiarity with loss prevention techniques.

Dir Day Ahead & Real Time

Company: CPS Energy

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 15, 2025

Possess a valid driver’s license with a history of a safe driving record in accordance with CPSE policies, procedures, safety standards, and applicable laws and…

Unarmed Security Guards 3rd/Overnight Shift *Full Time*

Company: Transcend Security Solutions

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Posted Sep 15, 2025

Knowledgeable about residential and/or commercial rules, and effectively answer inquiries specific to the property. Trained security officer with diploma.

IBM i Security Analyst

Company: Cognizant

Location: United States

Posted Sep 15, 2025

Evaluate and recommend new security tools and technologies tailored to IBM i environments. Utilize monitoring tools (e.g., Enforcive, Compliance Monitor,…

Security Officer | Healthcare Full-Time

Company: Community Hospice and Palliative Care | an Aliviacare Company

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Sep 15, 2025

Current State of Florida driver’s license with driving record acceptable to Community Hospice insurance carrier, and reliable transportation.

IAM - Project Management

Company: HCLTech

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 15, 2025

_HCL is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex,…

SECURITY RISK ANALYST

Company: Montefiore Einstein

Location: Yonkers, NY

Posted Sep 15, 2025

Work directly with key business leaders to facilitate information risk analysis and risk management processes, identify acceptable levels of risk, and establish…

Machine Learning Engineer / Voice-centric AI

Company: Motion Recruitment

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Sep 15, 2025

You’ll own the full ML lifecycle—research, data pipelines, training, evaluation, deployment, and ongoing optimization—powering sub-second, natural voice…

QC Security Field Supervisor

Company: 1st Security Services of Nevada

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Posted Sep 15, 2025

A valid driver's license may be required based on job responsibilities. Supervise field operations, ensuring adherence to safety protocols and company standards…

NASA Spacecraft Exploration Health Portal Full Stack Software Developer

Company: CACI

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Sep 15, 2025

Develop user-friendly front-end components with modern JavaScript standards and maintain back-end services and APIs—primarily GraphQL endpoints using Go to…

Senior Full Stack + Blockchain Developer

Company: Everyone

Location: Beverly Hills, CA

Posted Sep 15, 2025

Proficiency with Git, CI/CD pipelines, and modern engineering tools. Architect and develop scalable full stack applications using MongoDB, Express, React, and…

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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