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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.

Explosives Dog Handler – MUST OWN TRAINED SHEPHERD OR MALINOIS (Short Term/On-call)

Company: GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES LLC

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Sep 12, 2025

The EDC Handler shall obtain and maintain any state security officer licensing requirements. Possess a state Firearms licensure. Must be a US citizen.

Security Guard: Non-Commissioned

Company: GuardTexas

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Familiar with placing calls on hold and transferring calls. Write reports of daily activities and irregularities, such as equipment or property damage, theft,…

Explosives Dog Handler – MUST OWN TRAINED SHEPHERD OR MALINOIS (Short Term/On-call)

Company: GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES LLC

Location: New York, NY

Posted Sep 12, 2025

The EDC Handler shall obtain and maintain any state security officer licensing requirements. Possess a state Firearms licensure. Must be a US citizen.

PRN Pharmacist - San Antonio

Company: Cantex Continuing Care Network

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Able to use reference tools to evaluate patient care and answer questions posed by customers. Helps supervise professional employees and/or supervisors,…

Carpenter

Company: Strategic Operations, Inc.

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Reliable transportation and a valid driver’s license. Familiarity with hand tools, power tools, and standard carpentry practices. 19 - 25 USD per hour(STOPS).

Cybersecurity Analyst (Intrusion Analyst)

Company: Applied Network Solutions Inc

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Sep 12, 2025

We are looking for the right person to plan, analyze, design, develop, test, secure, integrate, implement, operate, and maintain the custom solutions that ANS…

Explosives Dog Handler – MUST OWN TRAINED SHEPHERD OR MALINOIS (Short Term/On-call)

Company: GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES LLC

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Posted Sep 12, 2025

The EDC Handler shall obtain and maintain any state security officer licensing requirements. Possess a state Firearms licensure. Must be a US citizen.

Pharmacy Administrative Specialist, Evenings

Company: Houston Methodist West Hospital

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Successful completion of an ASHP-accredited post-graduate year one (PGY1) and year two (PGY2) residency training programs or equivalent professional experience…

Explosives Dog Handler – MUST OWN TRAINED SHEPHERD OR MALINOIS (Short Term/On-call)

Company: GARDAWORLD FEDERAL SERVICES LLC

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Sep 12, 2025

The EDC Handler shall obtain and maintain any state security officer licensing requirements. Possess a state Firearms licensure. Must be a US citizen.

Cybersecurity Analyst - Risk (Bilingual Spanish Required)

Company: GM Financial

Location: Irving, TX

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Experience with risk management and technical risk assessment processes ensuring compliance with policies and regulatory requirements.

Security Patrol Officer (FT)

Company: GuardTexas

Location: Richardson, TX

Posted Sep 12, 2025

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

Cybersecurity Risk Analyst

Company: Skechers USA Retail, LLC

Location: Manhattan Beach, CA

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Strong analytical skills for translating technical vulnerabilities into business risk scenarios and communicating security risks to non-technical stakeholders.

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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