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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.

Senior Manager, Analytics

Company: Fortune Brands

Location: Deerfield, IL

Posted Sep 12, 2025

This role is responsible for overseeing the design, development, and implementation of analytics initiatives, ensuring data accuracy and integrity, and driving…

Sr Advanced Engineering Technician

Company: General Dynamics Mission Systems, Inc

Location: Silverdale, WA

Posted Sep 12, 2025

The Senior Advanced Engineering Technician will act as a leader and mentor to new technicians in the support of engineering activities such as designing,…

Security Operations Center Analyst

Company: Fisher Investments

Location: Plano, TX

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Manages video monitoring systems to ensure the elements are completely and efficiently meeting the business requirements. 20 days of PTO, plus 10 paid holidays.

Network Security Analyst

Company: Sigma Information Group

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Document current-state diagrams and asset inventories. Strong documentation and communication skills; ability to translate technical findings into clear…

Substitute Teach - Grades 4th-12th

Company: Yellow Wood Academy

Location: Bellevue, WA

Posted Sep 12, 2025

The guest teacher provides instruction to students (as directed by the instructor's lesson plans) including assessment, instruction, and evaluation of students…

Blue Team DART – Staff Security Analyst

Company: Coupang

Location: Seattle, WA

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or a related technical field or equivalent professional experience. Security Engineers are also expected to develop elegant…

Staff Pharmacist - Part-Time

Company: ASPCares

Location: Las Vegas, NV

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Ensures that all pharmacy operations meet all licensing standards established by local, state and federal agencies. Proficiency in SRS Pharmacy System.

Porter

Company: FirstService Residential

Location: Ponte Vedra, FL

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Crawl in small and tight spaces; Ability to work in different environmental working conditions (e.g., heat, cold, wind, rain).

Custodian 1

Company: University of Houston

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Vacuums carpet in offices, rooms and public areas; scrubs, strips, waxes, and buffs floors using powered scrubber and buffer; shampoos carpet and rugs using…

Registered Nurse II-ICU/FT/Nights

Company: Community Hospital of Huntington Park

Location: Huntington Park, CA

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Prepares and administers medications using the rights established by the State Board of Nursing of state employed and facility policies and procedures.

Systems and Data Analyst

Company: Isaac School District #5

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Ability to communicate with and instruct others using both technical and non-technical language, as appropriate. Responsible for data conversion and integrity.

Fixed Income Data Analyst

Company: Intercontinental Exchange Holdings, Inc.

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Posted Sep 12, 2025

Sufficient technical skills to troubleshoot the various products and platforms. Customer specific processing and support for ICE Data Services clients with…

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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