Security Clearance Careers Podcast

The editorial team walked through the pros and cons of working for a defense contractor as opposed to the federal government. Especially in the National Capitol Region, it's common to have considered employment prospects on both sides of the aisle. Whether or not you're looking for a change in your job, it's helpful to understand all of the different angles in national security employment. Hosted...

Really? More boot camp? In the DoD, we’re seeing that constant training is becoming a priority so the federal workforce can remain agile and have tomorrow’s skills to combat challenges the US is facing today. But we’re talking about a different type of boot camp: one for the digital age. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you’re either a king or a kook, you’re not going to make it in this world of security clearances. Thomas Sarnicola decided to create an anthology of stories from his experience in the fact finding process as a background investigator, and his novel No Kings, No Kooks, invites the reader into the world of security clearance investigations for the federal government and military. Hosted on Acast....

WWC Global is a federally-focused, woman-owned management consulting firm with a wide portfolio of clients including the Department of Defense, the Department of State, Department of Energy and others. They are ranked in the top 65 of woman-owned contracting firms among federal agencies & are headquartered in Tampa FL, offering opportunities for cleared candidates everywhere – including virtually....

Tune in to listen to resume tips, whether yours is the correct length, and other insider tricks from the experts at ClearanceJobs.com. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Your Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) in the military service does not always equate to your cleared career in civilian life. Imagine working as an Intelligence Analyst but are great at doing the analytical work. You transition out of the military and start the job seeking journey and find that you can apply to several federal agencies doing the same duties.  But it's not fulfilling you compl...

The Cipher Brief is a digital, security-based conversation platform that connects the private sector with the world`s leading security experts. We deliver a relevant analysis of news and events that helps readers accurately anticipate and safely navigate the complex, unstable, global security environment. The Cipher Brief was founded by former CNN Intelligence Correspondent Suzanne Kelly on the be...

ClearanceJobs recently sat down with Steve Cooper, senior VP at Softworld. We discussed the role of communication and partnerships when it comes to staffing in the defense industry, as well as how things have shifted in 2020. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

A DoD used medicinal marijuana and after telling his FSO, was mistakenly told it was no big deal. Next he lost his security clearance during his periodic review, where it went to the Defense Office of Hearings and Appeals (DOHA), where he was told he could keep his access if he stopped using. Eventually, he quit the company and threw a multi year temper tantrum tossing around classified informatio...

ClearanceJobs recently sat down with Mike Manzo, director of  Intelligence, Threat, and Analytic Solutions at General Dynamics Mission Systems. He discussed what sets General Dynamics Mission Systems apart. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The editorial team walks through news on COVID-19 contact tracing in the defense sector, security clearance processing updates from agencies like the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency (DCSA), Department of Energy (DOE) and the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), the top modeling and simulation conference happening this year, and how mentoring can help to combat 'Imposter Syndrome.'...

ClearanceJobs recently sat down with Jack Terry from Leidos. He provided an overview of Leidos and how he has watched the organization grow over the years with a mission first and people always mindset. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Five military men and women with large social media followings that had their identities stolen and used by Nigerian romance scammers during the COVID-19 pandemic. We are always encouraging our military members and the cleared workforce to operate with caution in the digital age, so we sat down with one of those military influencers to hear her story and discuss tips on preventing this from happen...

Diversity of Thought a Key Driver in the Path to Success at Northrop Grumman by ClearanceJobs Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What we're talking about is different from social engineering within the social sciences. Pertaining to cybersecurity, social engineering is the manipulation of people into performing actions or divulging pertinent information. This is why this hack tends to be more insidious than the rest. For this episode of ClearedCast, Greg Stuart, the owner and editor of vDestination.com dishes on why it's de...

ClearanceJobs recently sat down with Dr. Tarun Soni, fellow and chief engineer at Northrop Grumman. He discussed how the breadth of opportunities available at Northrop Grumman have been a key driver in staying with Northrop Grumman over the years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Last month ClearanceJobs read Mission: Career Transition as a part of its monthly book club. At the end of the month, we sat down with author, CIA veteran, and career coach Alison Bouwmeester to discuss the book, how she navigated her career transition, and why she decided to write it. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Blasting out resumes far and wide, or accepting "whatever" job or help without any clear, targeted direction. Sarah Maples went through a few transitions - transitioning from veteran to military spouse, and transitioning into a civilian career - tune in to learn more on transition tips and veteran success stories to push through the transition. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

ClearanceJobs recently sat down with Kenneth “Kenny” Robinson, who is vice president of the Engineering and Sciences, Maritime/Land Systems & Sensor (M/LSS) and Field Engineering for Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems Sector. He leads an organization of engineers, managers, directors and contract labor personnel. Robinson joined Northrop Grumman in 2007 following a distinguished career with the U....

We continue to see how Space Force is shaping up with new positions. The National Security Space Association recently called for reforms in space security policy, practices, and governance. While some things take center stage in elections, it's important to notice when state laws change, which could lead to confusion for clearance holders. While the country voted on candidates, they also voted in...

ClearanceJobs recently sat down with Jason Corrigan, director of business development for mission readiness and protective systems at Northrop Grumman. Before joining Northrop Grumman, Jason served in the United States Air Force, completing three combat tours to Iraq with the 820th Security Forces Squadron as a Ground Combat Airman. He shared with us his transition out of the military to his role...

ClearanceJobs recently sat down with Chris Rhine from TSG Federal who shared with us about the ways that candidates can be savvy about how to engage with recruiters when searching for federal job opportunities. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

t’s only fitting for the start of Military Appreciation Month that we highlight one of the trailblazers in the U.S. armed forces. The ClearanceJobs podcast was joined by Matice Wright-Springer, who in 1989, became the U.S. Navy's first African American female flight officer where she went on to serve on active duty for eight years. After transitioning out of the military, she worked in the private...

The FBI and DNI updated the the public about foreign actors who got their hands on voter registration data sending voters spoofed emails. The goal of the emails were to confuse, create chaos, etc. Both the DNI and FBI director cited Iran and Russia as separate actors in this attempt, and they also remind the American people to remain vigilant. Here is your bi-weekly dose of news with ClearanceJobs...

ClearanceJobs was joined by Sean Bigley, a security clearance attorney who represents clients worldwide in security clearance denials. He assists service members, federal employees, and contractors in all stages of the security clearance process including upcoming investigations or representation at formal hearings. He is a former investigator for the United States Office of Personnel Management (...