Welcome to Security Cleared Jobs: Who’s Hiring & How, the podcast for cleared professionals looking for new opportunities and career advice. We go behind the scenes with recruiters and hiring managers from leading cleared employers to uncover the information you need to make a smart career move. They'll share insider job search tips, new contracts and opportunities, company culture insights, what they value in a prospective employee and more! ClearedJobs.Net is a veteran-owned career site an ...
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Security Clearance Issues When You’re in the Military | Tony Kuhn, Tully Rinckey
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If you’re serving in the military and you’re notified of an issue with your security clearance, who do you turn to for help? The answer may surprise you. Plus, find out what you need to know before you separate and more in this special episode on security clearance issues when you’re serving in the military, featuring Tony Kuhn, Managing Partner at…
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CTI: A Focus on Investing in Their Employees | John Ommert
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“We try to work with you, instead of you working for us,” shares John Ommert, Army veteran and partner at Constellation Technologies, Inc. (CTI). John helps lead an organization that is 60+ percent veterans and that has been named a Baltimore Sun Top Workplace for 5 years running. Though primarily focused on IT and Intel work requiring polygraphs, …
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Innovative Solutions: Attitude is Key | Robert Heriford
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For Bob Heriford, CEO of Innovative Solutions, considering new employees is always about a will or a skill. Integrity, honesty and loyalty cannot be taught, but technical skills can. Innovative Solutions offers flexible shorter-term opportunities in addition to longer-term contracts. “It’s all about their attitude. It's all about how they build rel…
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SilverEdge: Flexibility and Internal Mobility | Kelly Douglas
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SilverEdge is a private-equity backed government contractor primarily working in the intelligence community in the National Capital Region, shares Kelly Douglas, Vice President of Talent Acquisition. With over 300 employees, 90% of whom have polygraphs, there is a focus on employee retention, whether that’s through flexible schedules or internal mo…
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Leverage Social Networks for Your Cleared Job Search
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This special Bonus Episode of our podcast gives detailed advice on leveraging social networks for a more strategic cleared job search. Find show notes and additional links at: https://clearedjobs.net/leverage-social-networks-for-your-cleared-job-search-podcast/Bởi ClearedJobs.Net
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Cydecor: Opportunities for Career Growth During Company Expansion | Kirsten Renner
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Cleared job search is like dating, so don’t fake it in the interview process shares Kirsten Renner, VP of People Operations at Cydecor. Led by an inspiring founder, Nader Elguindi, Cydecor is expanding rapidly, offering opportunities for growth, hybrid work, and numerous CONUS options. Learn why you need to do more than just click “apply for a job”…
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i3: Employee-Owned with an ESOP | Courtney White
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Growing people while solving the nation’s toughest problems is how Technical Recruiter Courtney White describes Integration Innovation, Inc. (i3). This employee-owned company offers an employee stock ownership program and is growing quickly, nearing 800 employees. “Make a difference while making a living.” “We solve really tough technical problems.…
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Robinson Consulting Group: Systems Engineering Opportunities | Uri Robinson
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Don’t underestimate the power of being easy to work with in your career, shares Uri Robinson, Co-Founder at Robinson Consulting Group. He heads a small DC-area firm focused on Systems Engineering. If you’re looking to have access to the C-Suite and grow with the company, this may be a stop for you. “They say your network is your net worth at the en…
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How to Use Artificial Intelligence for Your Cleared Job Search
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Straightforward, actionable uses of artificial intelligence for your cleared job search. This special Bonus Episode of our podcast shares how to use artificial intelligence to save time, improve your communication skills, and broaden your knowledge, to improve your cleared job search. “It is still recommended that you tailor your resume for every s…
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Raytheon, an RTX Company: Salary Transparency, Interview Feedback and Confidence | Mike Barnum
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How do you navigate salary transparency? Mike Barnum, Talent Acquisition Leader at Raytheon, shares how. Plus, he answers the eternal question of how many jobs you should apply for at one company, how to ask for feedback on the spot in an interview, and the importance of confidence…just not too much. “If we're reaching out to set up an interview wi…
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Paragon Cyber Solutions: Cleared Cyber Roles and Interview Do's & Don'ts | Shae Gee
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Shae Gee is a 30-year Air Force veteran and Chief People Officer for a growing small business, Paragon Cyber Solutions. Hear her first two questions in an interview and why she asks them, plus Shae’s perspective after having recently transitioned from the military to the civilian sector. “Sometimes we discount what we actually did in the military. …
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V2X: A Focus on Soft Skills and Diversity | Chad Clary
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Senior Program Manager Chad Clary leads the V2X C5I portfolio. He highlights the company's focus on soft skills development, diversity in the workplace, their success with the SkillBridge program, plus what to ask if you don’t get the role you applied for. “For those that don't quite make the cut, that doesn't necessarily mean that they're not goin…
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This special Bonus Episode of our podcast demonstrates how to get your full value from a potential cleared employer by negotiating the offer that makes sense for you. “I need to renew my CISSP. Do you give me time off for it? Do you pay for it? Do you pay for the travel? Those are benefits that really change depending on the company you work for." …
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ITIC: Hiring IT Needs for the IC | Eric Voelkel
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ITIC hires cleared IT professionals for the Northern Virginia intelligence community. Staffing Manager Eric Voelkel shares they offer six weeks PTO right out of the gate, as well as the importance of being able to speak to what you still need to learn, or don’t know, when interviewing. “I just don't want to be able to hear all the things that you'v…
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ICF: Rich Heritage and Focus on Inclusion | Ruth Robertson
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ICF has an inspiring backstory and a wide variety of cleared opportunities in the DC metro area and beyond. Ruth Robertson, Senior Talent Acquisition Partner for Technology, shares the company’s commitment to DEI, illustrated by being named a 2023 Forbes Best Employer for Diversity and Best Employer for Women. Plus, Ruth reminds us to always includ…
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Astrion: 300+ Cleared Engineering and Cyber Opportunities | Ashley Owens
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Oasis Systems is now Astrion, a cleared employer focused primarily on supporting the FAA, NASA and the Air Force in engineering and cybersecurity roles. Learn from cybersecurity recruiter Ashley Owens, how to use AI in your cleared job search, SkillBridge opportunities and more. “If you don't see an opportunity available right now, please, please k…
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Producer Pick – Ball Aerospace: Advocate for Yourself and Be Ready to Adapt | Shannon Morgan
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Welcome to this special edition of Security Cleared Jobs: Who’s Hiring and How. Today’s episode is a “producer pick” featuring a past episode with Shannon Morgan of Ball Aerospace. If you missed it the first time, enjoy learning all that Ball Aerospace has to offer, from a fast-paced environment that sees a lot of change to SkillBridge opportunitie…
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Highlights of our 2023 Podcast Season
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In this special Bonus Episode of our podcast, our hosts share some of their favorite moments from our 2023 podcast episodes. From TikTok, to unlimited PTO (how can that be bad?), to employment scams, we know you’ll enjoy these clips we’ve prepared for you. Find show notes and additional links at: https://clearedjobs.net/highlights-of-our-2023-podca…
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Recorded live at the recent ISC2 Security Congress, this panel discussion features Kirsten Renner formerly of Accenture Federal Services and now with Cydecor, and Kris Rides with Tiro Security. Hear about top certifications, steps you need to take when you apply for a job, the eternal power of networking, and more. “They apply and wait, apply and w…
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Best Cleared Resume Advice from Our 2023 Guests
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In this special Bonus Episode of our podcast, we share the best resume tips from our 2023 podcast guests, to help you create your cleared resume. Find show notes and additional links at: https://clearedjobs.net/best-cleared-resume-advice-from-our-2023-guests-podcast/Bởi ClearedJobs.Net
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BCubed Engineering: Uncommon Office, Uncommon Benefits | Michele Randall
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BCubed Engineering is an advanced software engineering firm that offers a unique office environment and amenities. A brewery? Check. Vineyard? Check. Plus, they offer individual benefit accounts, which are a hard find in the cleared community today. Learn more in our discussion with Michele Randall, Senior Advisor of Talent Acquisition. “I will hav…
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Producer Pick – TekSynap: Innovation in the Hiring Process & Employee Benefits | Kearstin McGinnis
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Welcome to this special edition of Security Cleared Jobs: Who’s Hiring and How. Today’s episode is a “producer pick” featuring a past episode with Kearstin McGinnis of TekSynap. If you missed it the first time, enjoy learning all that TekSynap has to offer, from referral bonuses and company cruises, to tech dollars and job search tips you won’t wan…
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Leading Path: Employees Really Are the Number One Asset | Jason Immediato
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Cleared professionals who kick a lot of tires and consider many employment options, end up working at Leading Path Consulting, shares Jason Immediato, Lead for Cleared Talent Acquisition and Retention. Their cleared work is primarily IT-related and located in Northern Virginia. The Leading Path leadership team is committed to treating people well, …
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Katmai: A Holistic Hiring Perspective | Taylor Hayes
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Katmai Government Services is an Alaska Native Corporation primarily serving DoD and CDC contracts. Their unique culture and backstory supports Katmai’s indigenous shareholders as well as their employees. Taylor Hayes, Talent Acquisition Assistant Manager, talks about flexibility in considering experience in lieu of education, remote opportunities …
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ATS: Don’t Just Fill the Seat, #owntheseat | Dorion Baker
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At ATS you can #owntheseat, not just fill it, shares Dorion Baker, Vice President of Talent Acquisition. ATS features an employee stock ownership plan, plus they’ve been named a Washington Post Top Workplace winner for each of the past 10 years. Sixty percent of their new hires come through existing employee referrals. “We have hired a lot of peopl…
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Ball Aerospace: Advocate for Yourself and Be Ready to Adapt | Shannon Morgan
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Tell a potential employer why you’re the best candidate and advocate for yourself, shares Shannon Morgan, Ball Aerospace RF Engineering Senior Manager. Flexibility and adaptability are the keys to success at Ball, where the fast-paced environment is very different from a typical defense contractor. “Make sure that you know your worth. Make sure you…
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Security Clearance Misconceptions | Tony Kuhn, Tully Rinckey
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How severely does filing for bankruptcy or using illegal drugs impact your ability to hold a security clearance? Is the government looking to catch you in a mistake and end your cleared career? Find out the reality behind common security clearance misconceptions in this special episode featuring Tony Kuhn, Managing Partner at Tully Rinckey PLLC. “D…
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BDO: Two Soft Skills You Demonstrate at a Cleared Job Fair | Ashley Testa
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Learn the two most important soft skills you can demonstrate at a Cleared Job Fair, plus what cleared candidates need to know about job fairs that they may not realize. All from Ashley Testa, Director in the Government and Public Sector at BDO. “When we create resumes, one change that we can all make is to focus on those quantifiable achievements, …
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GD Mission Systems: We Meet People Where They Are | Toni Johnson
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General Dynamics Mission Systems is one of ten General Dynamics business units. Toni Johnson, Senior Director of Talent Acquisition and Diversity & Inclusion, has a wide array of hiring needs including software, systems and electrical engineering. These cleared positions are at sites across the country, with 60% of their openings being hybrid or re…
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Iron EagleX: SOC Focused Technical Opportunities | Sebastian Lambert
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Iron EagleX is headquartered in Tampa and maintains a focus on contracts with Special Operations Command. Director of Staffing, Sebastian Lambert recommends you focus on building relationships in your career and job search, and that you beat the ATS by being qualified for the job you’re applying for. “I think that defense contracting specifically i…
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Cleared Job Search Advice that May Surprise You
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In this special bonus episode, our hosts share some of the most surprising things shared by our guests on the podcast. From surprising tidbits and tips about topics like Continuous Vetting, to the relevance of words like “tomato,” “ballerina” and “cake decorator” in your job search, we hope you’ll enjoy this roundup of surprises. Find show notes an…
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Chenega MIOS: Every Employee is an Extension of the Village | Duane Butler
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As an Alaska Native Corporation, every Chenega MIOS employee is considered an extension of the village, shares Duane Butler, Talent Acquisition Team Lead. “Everybody is better when you like what you do,” is a simple statement, but a goal for Duane’s recruiters as they help candidates on their career journeys. And if you’re in an active job search a…
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BAE Systems: Run Toward Problems, Not Away from Them | David Reynolds
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People who thrive at BAE Systems run toward a fire when they see it, they don’t run away, shares David Reynolds, VP in the company’s Intelligence & Security sector. The company focuses on hiring for a career versus a job, as they believe retaining top cleared talent begins before that individual starts their first day of work. David’s advice to gai…
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TekSynap: Innovation in the Hiring Process & Employee Benefits | Kearstin McGinnis
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TekSynap is a company that leans heavily on employee referrals and rewards those employees in innovative ways. With a focus on treating people differently and a culture of doing what needs to be done, the company has recently grown to over 1k employees, shares Kearstin McGinnis, Vice President of Employment. “Respond to those emails or respond to t…
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TikTok, Social Media Channels and Your Security Clearance | Tony Kuhn, Tully Rinckey
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Are you impacted by the No TikTok ruling regarding government devices? What are the ways that you can get into trouble with social media and your security clearance? Learn more in this special episode featuring Tony Kuhn, Managing Partner at Tully Rinckey PLLC. “If you're posting something on social media that you think after the wine wears off you…
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Cohere: Problem Solving Skills Trump Individual Technologies | Dan Haug
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Hear how Cohere Technology Group founder and CEO, Dan Haug values problem solving skills when making hiring decisions – he does not chase individual technology knowledge. Most of Cohere’s work is in the National Capitol Region, but Dan is an advocate for remote work when it’s feasible, and seeks to move the company to even more solutioning work for…
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Amentum: Diverse Cleared Opportunities Worldwide | Brian Heffernan
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“If you did it in the military, there’s a high probability you can do it with us,” shares Brian Heffernan, Army veteran and Global Manager – DEI & Military Programs for Amentum. Their diverse hiring needs include facilities maintenance, many OCONUS roles, plus SkillBridge opportunities. “We all want to beat our chests. And we all want to say everyt…
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This special Bonus Episode of our podcast shares our tips on how to deliver your best introduction, across a variety of settings. Find show notes and additional links at: https://clearedjobs.net/master-your-personal-introduction-podcast/Bởi ClearedJobs.Net
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Millennium Corp: Red & Blue Team Cyber & The Power of Referrals | Angelica Ngo
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If you’re Red or Blue Team cyber, learn more about Millennium Corporation and their secret weapon Ben Clark, author of the “Red Team Field Manual.” Better yet, start networking with Director of People Services, Angelica Ngo, and her team: 50% of their cyber hires come through referrals. Plus they’re interviewing and providing contingent offers to s…
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Bay Systems Consulting: Hiring Hybrid Remote with Secret Clearances | Navid Ahmadinikoo
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Bay Systems Consulting, headquartered in Palo Alto, is primarily hiring cleared IT professionals for contracts which include NASA sites across the country. Most of their positions require a Secret security clearance and many are hybrid remote. Pro job seeker tip: No means no right now, not forever. “Just because someone says no, it means no right n…
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SIXGEN: Offering Spicy Work for the Intel Community | Shawn Devroude
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SIXGEN is focused on cyber security for the intel community in the Fort Meade and Dulles corridors. As Shawn Devroude, EVP of Cyber shares, SIXGEN has “spicy” or tip-of-the-spear work opportunities that very few cleared professionals get to experience. Nearly 90% of their employees are veterans, and the company prides itself on an employee-first fo…
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Sandia National Laboratories: Advocating for Cleared Professionals | Meg Pexa
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“The best part of recruiting is being an advocate for candidates.” A powerful statement from Meg Pexa, the Principal Cyber and Robotics Recruiter for Sandia National Laboratories in Albuquerque. Sandia is about more than just nuclear non-proliferation, and has a very accepting organizational culture. Plus a hot resume tip about considering the firs…
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This special Bonus Episode of our podcast gives you our top 10 list of things you must do to excel in an interview. Find show notes and additional links at: https://clearedjobs.net/how-to-ace-your-interviews-podcast/Bởi ClearedJobs.Net
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SOSi, A Family-Owned Mid-Size Contractor | Kristen DeJohn
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SOSi is a mid-size government contractor with four business units and robust OCONUS cleared opportunities, shares Kristen DeJohn, Director of Talent Acquisition. There really is a person named Sosi, and she founded this still family-owned company in 1989. SOSi’s cleared hiring needs are diverse and go well beyond the language-related positions wher…
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TekMasters Focuses on Stable Programs in the IC | John McLaine
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TekMasters has a focus on longer-term stable programs in the intelligence community in Northern Virginia and Maryland, shares John McLaine, Director of the Program Office. Every prospective employee meets with the program team and the agency team before they interview. “We look for very stable programs. We don't go for the temporary ones or the bri…
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Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory | Frank Trigueros
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LLNL hiring needs, while focused on scientists and engineers, are quite broad as the Lab is a self-contained city with nearly 9k employees. Frank Trigueros, Talent Acquisition Group Leader, talks why cleared professionals should never burn bridges, SkillBridge opportunities, internships, and more. “You can have a multi-dimensional career at the lab…
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Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State | Meghan Flannery Hayes
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If you’re looking for a different type of cleared professional experience, yet still want to support the mission, this could be it. With over 1,600 employees, the Applied Research Laboratory at Penn State is probably bigger than you realize, and their needs are broad-based and extend beyond Happy Valley. Learn from Deputy Director Meghan Flannery H…
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Security Clearance Continuous Vetting: What You Need to Know | Ryan Dennis, DCSA
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Did you know your security clearance is already being Continuously Vetted by DCSA? Continuous Vetting’s purpose is to help clearance holders mitigate small issues before they become big problems – not to “gotcha,” and kick you out. Ryan Dennis, the Deputy Assistant Director of Continuous Vetting shares the information you need to know to better und…
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ManTech: Long-Term Relationships & Mirroring Job Posting Terminology on Your Resume | Martha Schneegans
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As an ambassador for the ManTech brand, Senior Technical Recruiter Martha Schneegans is focused on providing value for both parties, and she takes a long-term view of her relationship with you. Service members, Martha is ready to talk to you now. “Let’s start talking early,” well ahead of your terminal leave date. Listen for the best example we’ve …
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Two Six Technologies: Employee Referrals, Interview Honesty and SkillBridge | Katie Sargent
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Katie Sargent is the Talent Acquisition Manager for Two Six Technologies, named for the date the company was founded. The company hires 35-40% of its cleared professionals from existing employee referrals, and the recruiting team follows up on those referrals within 48 hours. Find out why they’re doing in-person interviews when feasible, and their …
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