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4,917,751 Individuals Hold a Security Clearance
There are interesting numbers to be found in the Office of the Director of National Intelligence (ODNI) 2012 Report on Security Clearance Determinations. As of October 1, 2012 4,917,751 individuals held a security clearance. It's a snapshot in time, so the number is always cha… more
Cleared Job Seeker Guide Released
Starting your job search and need direction? Already in your job search and need direction? Download our Cleared Job Seeker Guide. It's a step-by-step guide designed to assist security cleared job seekers in their next career move, providing practical tips and guidance for eve… more
Skip Your Resume Objective to Grab an Employer’s Attention
What is the point of a resume? It is an ad, designed to get an employer interested in you. So why do so many people start out with a statement of what they want: “where I can contribute my skills to a growing blah, blah, blah..." Most objectives are boringly similar and no… more
Recruiters, What You Lose When Budgets Are Cut
Everyone's budget is being cut. We all have to be more creative with less. But is cutting resources the best option for long term recruiting and employer branding strategy? While there is significant pressure to cut resources as budgets tighten, there are some key things to co… more
Interview with a Hiring Manager, Carl Gayles, HP
Carl tell us about yourself and HP I have been with HP for about 12 years following my retirement from the Army. My primary role is as a Program Manager in HP’s US Public Sector business unit. Though not a recruiter by title, my hiring manager background and service delivery… more