Security Clearance Careers Podcast

Nov 04 2024 444 ep. 19 mins 42
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ClearanceJobs is the largest career networking site for individuals with active federal clearances. Get security clearance, intelligence community, espionage, national security and defense contracting updates in our exclusive interviews with IC and government leaders.
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News Roundup: NSA Hiring, Veteran Employment, Side Hustles and Hobbies

Nov 04 2024 15 mins  
This week's episode of the Security Clearance Careers Podcast highlights some of our top read news stories: National Security Agency (NSA) hiring, getting a job at Booz Allen Hamilton, side hustles that won't impact your clearance, and extracirriculars that will.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Insider Trading Amidst Defense Mergers and Acquisitions

Oct 28 2024 11 mins  
Insider trading refers to the buying or selling of a publicly-traded company's stock by someone who has non-public, material information about that company. This kind of trading can be legal or illegal depending on when the insider makes the trade. It is important to understand the nuances and implications of insider trading, both from a legal and an ethical standpoint.If you have

GovTechCon 2024: The Event That’s Revolutionizing Government Tech Careers

Oct 23 2024 15 mins  
Symone Beez is an influencer who has been working in the GovTech space for a while - started in the security clearance process even before turning 21. Aside from content, Symone does virtual workshops and decided it's time to go bigger than ever - introducing GovTechCon. A three-day career expo and conference for the government technology (GovTech) sector. Hosted on Acast. See acas

Red Pill or Blue - Which Clearance Path Will You Choose?

Oct 23 2024 14 mins  
The clearance eligibility guidelines are the same, but the way clearances are granted and how suitability is addressed can change significantly between federal agencies. We often talk about the security clearance process as the broad DoD road affecting more than 95 percent of applicants - the red pill, as it were - and the blue pill, which represents the narrow path of Intelligence

Marijuana Trends in National Security Policy

Oct 16 2024 13 mins  
Congress is currently looking to make it easier for prior marijuana users to get jobs with the federal government, but marijuana topics are nothing new over at ClearanceJobs and drug-related articles continue to trend on the site. Sean Bigley and Lindy Kyzer discuss why marijuana use remains a hot topic and why clearance holders still need to 'just say no.' Hosted on Acast. See aca

The Future of the IC Workforce with the Intelligence and National Security Alliance

Oct 14 2024 47 mins  
On Monday, September 17, the INSA Foundation in partnership with ClearanceJobs and GDIT, hosted the second installment of the "Future of the IC Workforce: Technology and Talent Transformation" series. Speakers included Kimberly King, Career Service Manager for Analysis, DIA, The Hon. John Sherman, Dean, The Bush School of Government and Public Service, Texas A&a

The Cleared Workforce and Maintaining an Edge in Defense and Intelligence Sectors

Oct 07 2024 38 mins  
The ClearanceJobs Cleared Recruiting Guide is a comprehensive resource designed to assist recruiters and hiring managers in navigating the complexities of hiring candidates with security clearances. This guide offers insights into best practices, strategies, and tools for effectively sourcing, recruiting, and retaining professionals who possess the necessary clearances for sensitiv

How to Negotiate a Higher Salary

Sep 30 2024 18 mins  
Negotiating to get a high offer, whether it's for a job, a business deal, or any other opportunity, requires a combination of preparation, strategy, and communication skills. Malinda Coler Johnson, CEO and founder of Conversa AI (a software that allows you to identify qualified candidates quickly for your job openings) joins the podcast to talk all about money. We discuss things to

The 7 Second Resume Review Stat is a Lie

Sep 23 2024 19 mins  
Every new year brings change, especially in the hiring process. To provide insights into what qualities hiring managers value in candidates this year, Resume Genius surveyed 625 managers across the United States to explore how each phase of the hiring process (such as applications, interviews, and skills assessments) impacts a hiring manager's decision to hire or not hire a candida

FTI's Holistic Approach to Hiring and Retaining Top Technologists with Tim Hinds

Sep 19 2024 21 mins  
Tim Hinds, Senior Vice President of Human Resources, joined us on a recent episode of the Security Clearance Careers Podcast, ClearedCast. We gained insights into FTI’s dynamic workplace culture and its focus on career development and individual success.  Learn more about FTI and explore careers. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.