Security Clearance Careers Podcast

Why do background investigations take so long, and what is behind the current 500,000 case backlog? Here's the tail end of our security clearance year-in-review discussion. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The security clearance process today is fraught with so many problems, it's difficult to keep track of them. ClearanceJobs sat down with William Henderson, co-founder of the Federal Clearance Assistance Service. He recently wrote a 'year in review' article for ClearanceJobs, and discusses the highs and lows of security clearance reform efforts. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more infor...

What are the most humanizing elements of this year’s presidential candidates? Hillary Clinton harbors a long-term interest in ‘unexplained aerial phenomenon’ – the latest nomenclature for UFOs. And President Donald Trump’s favorite snack? Doritos. Presidents and First Ladies – they’re just like us! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Anyone He Likes, That’s Who. ClearanceJobs talks with writer David Brown about presidential security clearances. When it comes to security policy, the President is at the top of the food chain. That means he decides who gets access to classified information, and who doesn’t. But just because the President doesn’t fill out an SF86 doesn’t mean he’s likely to share the nation’s secrets. Learn more a...

Cybersecurity skills are important, but with technology in a constant state of change, it will take more than IT expertise to be a cybersecurity leader. Mansur Hasib, program chair, cybersecurity technology program at the University of Maryland University College, explains why cybersecurity skills are in demand, what it takes to succeed in a cybersecurity career, and what you should look for in a...

ClearanceJobs is proud to be sponsoring a fellow through The Mission Continues. Learn more about The Mission Continues fellowship program, its leadership training, and how it helps veterans ‘report for duty in their community.’ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ClearanceJobs recently discussed the end of the fiscal year, current contracting market trends, and the possibility of a continuous resolution with the CEO of Salient CRGT, Brad Antle. A year ago Salient Federal Solutions and CRGT merged, creating a $355 million federal services company. Antle offers his perspective on how companies like Salient CRGT are helping the government compete in a fast-pa...

What is CAC? It's just one of the tools the Department of Defense uses to keep information safe. We chat with Christopher Burgess, founder of the cybersecurity consultancy Prevendra, about the recently announced change tot he Common Access Control cards used by the DoD today. We're talking biometric security, dual factor authentication and why your next password might be your heartbeat. Hosted on...

ClearanceJobs chats with Julie Mendez, certified job specialist with JSM Career Coaching. Julie offers insight into how to prepare and succeed at a job fair or networking event. She offers advice on resumes, breaking the ice and key differences between networking and traditional career fairs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Laurence Rose, PhD and SVP of Contracts and Procurement at Salient CRGT, recently sat down with ClearanceJobs to discuss his recent research into virtual workers and how 'the human touch' enables successful working relationships. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Everyone is vulnerable to hacking or identity theft. Learn the three steps you can take to help keep your personal information safe. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

If you have a security clearance, you probably also have a smartphone. And just ask Hillary Clinton – mixing business with pleasure isn’t without risks. Technology and cyber-security reporter Peter Suciu explains how to safely navigate social networking sites from any device. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Ron Gaete shares his story about transitioning from being a Military Combat Documention/Production Specialist to working Public Affairs for the Internal Revenue Services. Ron wrote an article about the subject that can be found here: https://news.clearancejobs.com/2015/02/13/military-transition-assistance-mastering-basics/ Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

National Background Investigations Bureau, the Investigative Workforce and the Clearance Perfect StormClearanceJobs recently interviewed Charles Sowell, Salient CRGT senior vice president and former advisor to the Director of National Intelligence. He discusses the implications of the new agency taking over the background investigations process, the benefits he sees, and the current challenges and...

Guest Christopher Burgess, CEO of security consultancy Prevendra, is back to discuss the aftermath of the OPM breach, social media monitoring of all security clearance holders, and more. Learn why the decision to launch a new agency to conduct background investigations may not actually solve the problem, and what Congress’ new continuous monitoring mandate might look like in this episode of the Se...

ClearanceJobs recently sat down with Troy Steward, military blogger and talk show host, and also a successful IT professional. He shared his military transition tips, including why making the career switch from U.S. Army Infantry to IT was the right choice for him, and what advice he shares with other transitioning service members. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Pursing a new career? The resume is far from dead - here's why you need to build a rock star resume, and tips for making sure your skills shine for recruiters. Learn more in the latest episode of the Security Clearance Careers podcast, as we sit down with resume expert Julie Mendez. certified career coach with JSM career coaching. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

ClearanceJobs interviews Andrew Levine, a former OPM background investigator who spent seven years conducting investigations in the Washington, D.C. metro. He offers tips on how to ensure your background investigation is processed quickly, and why it’s important to ‘sweat the small stuff’ in your SF-86. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Senior Editor Lindy Kyzer speaks with Sean Bigley, security clearance attorney, about how financial issues can affect your security clearance. Whether you currently have a security clearance, or are applying for a security clearance, debt and financial issues are continually the number one cause of clearance denial and revocation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

What was the effect of the OPM breach on cleared personnel? How will the government address this massive security breach, and will there be an impact on hiring? Learn more about these questions and more as the editor of ClearanceJobs.com sits down with Christopher Burgess, CEO and founder of Prevendra, a cyber security consultancy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.