Security Cleared Jobs: Who's Hiring & How

Kara Waters, Talent Acquisition Manager at JT4, encourages cleared professionals to be thoughtful when using AI to help with their resumes. JT4 supports the Air Force, Space Force, and Navy with engineering and technical expertise through the J-Tech II contract, with opportunities mainly located on test ranges in California, Nevada, Utah, and Colorado. Entry-level positions are available, and they...

Shandi Perkins, CEO of Cadence Coalition, is all about mixing purpose with passion—and having a good time while doing it. Leading an IT and intel services company that supports DoD combatant commands, she’s built a culture where career growth, collaboration, and a little fun go hand in hand. Shandi’s big on soft skills like drive and teamwork, and she encourages everyone to know their top career m...

In this special Bonus Episode of our podcast, our hosts share the best cleared job search tips as shared by recruiters and hiring managers from some of our recent podcast episodes. 3:05 Heather Morris of Redhorse recommends a skills section on your resume with hard skills, not soft skills. Soft skills are demonstrated in an interview. 8:08 Mark Diehl at BlueHalo says that if there is very limited...

Bcore CEO Chad Kim describes the company as more agile, scrappy, and innovative than traditional primes in the IC. He emphasizes the importance of career mobility, encouraging team members to get diverse experiences and enhance their skills. Chad’s question for you is, “What’s your say-do ratio at work?”  8:27 Passion for the mission, curiosity, and technical ability are critical traits Bcore seek...

Celestar Holdings, located in Tampa, Florida, primarily operates within the intelligence community and holds several contracts with the DIA, according to Senior Recruiting Manager Jacquelyn Weber. Jacquelyn emphasizes that job hopping in the cleared community can hinder career advancement and underscores the importance of including all relevant information on your resume. She also notes that the s...

“Let’s go!” is the rallying cry at SilverEdge Government Solutions, according to Kirsten Renner, VP of Talent. The company specializes in technical and intelligence work for the IC and DoD communities. Kirsten also shares some great tips on how to steer clear of bad actors on social media, how to respond to opportunities you spot online, and why following up after applying for a job is key. 3:23 S...

Ultra I&C, headquartered in Austin, Texas, has a 50-year history in the cleared community focusing on multi-domain communications, command and control, and cybersecurity. DaVontte Archie, Talent Acquisition and HR Partner, shares why thoughtful interview follow-up can really make you stand out from your competition, plus why failure at Ultra is OK. 5:09 Hiring engineers in general, including s...

This special Bonus Episode of our podcast gives you the inside scoop from talent acquisition professionals on making the most of a Cleared Job Fair. Cleared employers spend significant time and money to come to job fairs because they're looking for cleared talent to meet their hiring needs. Want to be one of the attendees to really grab their attention and make the most of your time and effor...

In this special recruiter-focused series, our hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman discuss lessons learned from our Security Cleared Jobs: Who’s Hiring & How podcast guests. 4:55 Candidate experience will be key in 2025. 81% of candidates will share a positive experience, 67% will share a negative experience. 11:56 Return to office challenges. 17:28 Employee engagement, internal mobility, a...

When job hunting, focus on the details in job postings rather than getting hung up on vague titles. Those descriptions reveal the real scoop shares Parul Gupta, Vice President of Talent Acquisition for Akima. Akima, an Alaskan native corporation, offers diverse roles across 48 states and 12 countries, with a significant number of their employees being veterans. They prioritize community support an...

Yep, your spouse’s activities can impact your security clearance. So can being fired from a previous job. If you’ve got the choice, should you attend a hearing or respond in writing to a Statement of Reasons? Tony Kuhn, Managing Partner at Tully Rinckey PLLC shares all this and more in our special episode on security clearances. 4:55 Not all mental health treatment is reportable. SF86 is clear on...

In this special recruiter-focused series, our hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman discuss lessons learned from our Security Cleared Jobs: Who’s Hiring & How podcast guests. 1:23 Survey by ClearedJobs. Net: 49% of cleared professionals said they are open to all opportunities, cleared or not. Another 30% said they would take a non-cleared position if it were remote. 2:36 Increase in DOD clea...

In this special Bonus Episode of our podcast, our hosts share the best cleared job search tips as shared by recruiters and hiring managers from some of our recent podcast episodes. 2:01 Wilton Virgo with OSD CAPE shares that when interviewing, communicate in a fashion that your audience will understand. If you’re technical, and non-technical people are present, it’s a chance to illustrate your com...

Technica specializes in AI, machine learning, and cybersecurity, shares Steve Hatch, Head of Human Resources and Communications. Learn from Steve's interviewing tips including being confident in your skills, doing your homework, and showing interest and enthusiasm. And it's another shout-out for the STAR method on your resume and when interviewing, from Steve. Want to learn how to do tha...

In this special recruiter-focused series, our hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman discuss lessons learned from our Security Cleared Jobs: Who’s Hiring & How podcast guests. 3:38 Jada Fowler at DTSI – tips on organization and discipline. 13:13 Martha Schneegans at ManTech – strategy for filling a difficult skill set.  16:25 Adam Fife at CenCore – develop and clear talent at the university l...

Kenya Sabbat is a Senior Principal Talent Acquisition Business Partner for Northrop Grumman’s Mission Systems business unit. Focused on hiring in the Fort Meade area, Kenya is also a former career coach. Be sure to catch her three tips for your cleared resume. 3:04 Northrop Grumman has about 100k employees and Mission Systems has about 20k employees. 6:07 Most of the positions Kenya is hiring for...

BTI360 is a software development firm that prioritizes employee growth and development, so team members not only fill roles but thrive and enhance their skills, shares Dorion Baker, Senior Director of People Operations. That development includes internal training on collaboration and leadership in addition to improving technical skills. Dorion’s pro tip: You are one person away from a great opport...

In this special recruiter-focused series, our hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman discuss lessons learned from our Security Cleared Jobs: Who’s Hiring & How podcast guests. 9:28 Make sure there is good communication between the program desk and the contractor desk.  11:11 Amy Rau with Shield Consulting shared the importance of setting expectations up front appropriately. 14:03 Communicatio...

Learn the core values of TJFACT -- “Be the D-A-S-H” -- in this discussion with Danielle McClary, Corporate Lead Recruiter. With both CONUS and OCONUS opportunities as well as remote and hybrid options, the company is hiring for a broad range of skill sets in the cleared community. Plus, why the company you work for is as important as the position you accept. 4:37 TJFACT is hiring program managers,...

April Martinez, Associate Director of Resource Management, highlights that AT&T Public Sector Solutions focuses on communications networks, fostering a supportive environment marked by a dedicated and stable workforce. The company is committed to creating a welcoming atmosphere for its employees, offering comprehensive benefits and SCIFs that exceed the typical agency setting. 6:07 AT&T is...

In this special recruiter-focused series, our hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman discuss lessons learned from our Security Cleared Jobs: Who’s Hiring & How podcast guests. 1:50 Being known can be a challenge for smaller and even mid-sized companies in a crowded security-cleared community. 7:49 75% of job seekers research an organization’s reputation before applying for a job.  8:12 A stro...

In this special Bonus Episode of our podcast, Kathleen and Rachel share some of their favorite moments from our 2024 podcast episodes. From the best way to handle an interview question you don’t know how to answer, to how you’ll make more money in the end if you don’t job hop. We know you’ll find good value in the clips we’ve highlighted for you. Find complete show notes at: https://clearedjobs.ne...

Mark Diehl, Project Manager at BlueHalo, emphasizes that adaptability and a willingness to grow are more valuable than specific skill sets, which is a core quality BlueHalo looks for in employees. The company offers flexible work schedules, prioritizes internal mobility, and aims to retain employees long-term. BlueHalo fosters a culture of continuous learning and exposure to different areas within...

In this special recruiter-focused series, our hosts Kathleen Smith and Rachel Bozeman discuss lessons learned from our Security Cleared Jobs: Who’s Hiring & How podcast guests. 6:56 Candidates are 5x more likely to click on a job posting that features a clear pay range. 13:25 Stephanie Lovett with Leidos said looking at the overall compensation package and the importance of the mission can oft...

Heather Morris, Director of Talent Acquisition at Redhorse, emphasizes the importance of keeping resumes concise, suggesting that even with extensive experience, a three-page resume is sufficient if you focus on what’s most important. Hear why the company founder chose the name Redhorse, the company’s streamlined hiring process, and the day when Heather hit the jackpot, hiring an entire team that...