The federal hiring process is an ongoing topic of conversation. Over the past several years the executive branch has taken several steps to help spotlight the need to transform the federal hiring process. As the…
October 4, 2024
We’re looking ahead to the future of the national security workforce and the policies and processes necessary to grow the workforce of the future. In this special episode, join us for an interview with Kimberly…
September 23, 2024
It’s an easy to toss about myth that if you work for the federal government, your career is virtually indestructible. And while it’s true that federal service offers some protections and provisions at-will employment doesn’t,…
September 2, 2024
Security clearance due process issues and the twisty intersection of employment decisions and security clearance eligibility isn’t a new topic. A new book shines the spotlight on one individual’s issues with the clearance process, and…
August 16, 2024
The federal hiring process can be discouraging for all parties. Applicants often struggle with the black hole and long delays. Hiring managers have to deal with a host of regulatory and policy requirements that affect…
August 4, 2024
If the thought of a polygraph gives you sweaty palms you’re not alone. The polygraph is known to be bunk science, but that hasn’t stopped it as being a part of the Intelligence Community’s employment…
July 19, 2024
Recruiting and talent management in the federal government space remains a hot topic. Fortunately, a number of organizations are working alongside the federal government to enhance and improve the onboarding process and overall workplace culture.…
July 2, 2024
Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) implementation and oversight is barreling toward government agencies and contractors alike. CUI aims to help companies better protect the numerous information that may be sensitive, but not classified. Victoria Pillitteri, manager…
June 24, 2024
The national security workforce needs to onboard the next generation of security talent, but career pathways in the national security space aren’t always linear, and you don’t always find a clear path in a college…
June 7, 2024
This weekend the intelligence community is celebrating one of its highlight events of the year, the Intelligence and National Security Alliance’s William Oliver Baker Dinner. The event is a great engagement between current and former…
May 31, 2024
Security threats are growing, and there is high demand for security professionals to work across the spectrum of security functions, from physical and personnel security to cybersecurity. Professional associations are a critical part of attracting…
May 17, 2024
Women have played a central role in the intelligence community since it’s foundation, but for a long time those stories were untold, and hidden by more than just a shadow of secrecy and security policy.…
April 26, 2024
Your favorite national security pop culture talk is back with Eric Pecinovsky, vice president of marketing at ClearanceJobs and resident documentary expert. He discusses the 2017 documentary Bombshell: The Hedy Lamarr Story, now streaming on…
April 13, 2024
National security compensation is increasing, according to the results of the 2024 Security Clearance Compensation Report. ClearanceJobs senior editor Jill Hamilton joins the show to discuss the survey and the current trends in cleared compensation.…
March 23, 2024