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How Cleared IT Professionals Capture a Recruiter’s Attention

Job seekers looking for interesting government contracting work are faced with an unfamiliar environment. Where there was once a seemingly endless demand for tried and true technical skills, many openings currently available are less focused on depth of experience and more att… more

5 Actions for Career Management

Career Management makes some managers nervous. They might lose key staff or have to spend precious time training and mentoring people. It raises expectations for many people that they will be promoted sooner, or that another round of layoffs is coming. And for others, it’s just… more

Automated Continuing Evaluation System and Your Security Clearance

Depending on the level of clearance you hold, you will be reinvestigated for your fitness to hold a security clearance either every five, 10, or 15 years. In between the updated background investigations, clearance holders are required to report to their security manager certa… more

Intelligence Community Mentoring Event

Network with over 20 experienced intel community professionals at the INSA Intelligence Champions Council Speed Mentoring event March 25, 5:30pm, at the Key Bridge Marriott. “If you’re a young professional seeking to enter the intel community or further your intel career, … more

INSA Security Clearance Reform Recommendations

Since 1947 the average spy began committing espionage after 12 years of service. That highlights why periodic reinvestigations (PR) are critically important. The influential Intelligence and National Security Alliance (INSA) has released the Security Reform Policy Council whit… more