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From breaking through burnout to mapping new career paths, we are diving into the realities of change in a mission-driven world. And because growth is not only professional, our lifestyle stories tap into the season’s spirit: giving back, decluttering the noise, and setting fresh goals for the year to come.
ClearanceJobs' Content Director and Graphic Designer discuss the magazine and where to learn more.
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For this episode of the Security Clearance Careers Podcast, we we explore leadership, ethics, and excellence in high-stakes environments. Today’s episode will reshape how you think about leadership, especially leadership where character and trust are at the foundation of leading groups in national security missions.
Today we are thrilled to be joined by Harry Wetherbee, a former senior executive officer of the CIA, and author of The Character of a Leader: Lessons on Honor and Integrity in Command. In this short but powerful book, Harry draws on decades of work at the intersection of national security, intelligence, and moral responsibility to show what truly separates fleeting authority from enduring leadership.
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Charles Luftig, Deputy Director of National Intelligence for Policy and Capabilities, joined the Security Clearance Careers Podcast to discuss the National Security Data and Policy Institute (NSDPI). He shared insights on the origins of the institute, why UVA was a natural match for this partnership, and the interdisciplinary nature of the NSDPI’s work.
The National Security Data and Policy Institute (NSDPI) is a university-level institute launched by the University of Virginia (UVA) in August 2024—UVA's sixth such institution—backed by a $20 million contract. It unites expertise from academia, government, and industry to tackle national security challenges using data science, artificial intelligence, research computing, and public policy frameworks.
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In today’s mobile-first world, organizations juggle a tough balancing act: enabling employees to use personal devices while safeguarding sensitive data.
BYOD, which stands for Bring Your Own Device, is a policy that allows employees to use their personal devices (like smartphones, laptops, and tablets) for work-related tasks. This practice has become increasingly common, offering convenience and flexibility for employees while potentially reducing costs for the employer. However, BYOD also presents security challenges that organizations need to address.
Hypori, a company that offers a solution that reimagines BYOD, delivering uncompromising privacy, security, and compliance...all through a seamless virtual workspace... joins the podcast to discuss privacy, data, CMMC, compliance and more.
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There are many law practices in the DMV that proudly champion the workplace rights of federal employees, supervisors, and senior executives across agencies nationwide—helping preserve what is often their most valuable asset: their government career.
Shehan Legal joins the Security Clearance Careers Podcast to talk about the current state of affiars for federal workers.
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The "Fork in the Road" email was sent to federal employees on January 28, 2025. This email, from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM), introduced a deferred resignation program, offering employees a choice between continuing their current employment or resigning with full pay and benefits until September 30, 2025. Almost a year after the federal shake up, Jill Hamilton and Lindy Kyzer report on how federal workers should focus on the mission.
As a part of ClearanceJobs' Expand the Mission, we created FedWork.net, a federal news, career advice, and community platform for both cleared and uncleared federal workers. It offers discussions on federal workforce issues, news analysis on government changes, and opportunities for federal employees to connect and share insights.
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On this episode of the Security Clearance Careers Podcast, ClearedCast, host Phoebe Wells talks with Tom Tice, President & CEO of Warrior Strong—a nonprofit delivering free health and wellness programs to veterans, military spouses, family members, and first responders. From yoga, meditation, and breathwork to fitness, aquatic therapy, and nutrition seminars, Warrior Strong rebuilds camaraderie and supports mental resilience—in person and online.
Tom shares the organization’s origins (idea in 2016, founded in 2017), why virtual classes still create real community, how members encourage each other to seek care (including via the VA), and who’s eligible to join. You’ll also hear how removing cost and access barriers helps veterans break isolation and improve overall well-being.
📲 Want to get involved? Listeners can download the Warrior Strong app on Apple or Google, visit the website, and follow on social.
https://www.warriorstronginc.org/
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Where do spies, diplomats, soldiers, and FBI agents turn when their official service comes to an end? For most, full retirement isn’t an immediate option. The choice to step away from government service is difficult enough—deciding what comes next can feel even harder.
Author and Career Coach Alison P. Bouwmeester knows this journey firsthand. She spent 28 years as a senior leader in the CIA’s Directorate of Operations, followed by nearly a decade as a senior executive in the defense contracting industry, ultimately serving as Vice President for Business Development. In 2018, she became a Certified Professional Career Coach and founded Futurity to guide others through successful career transitions—drawing on her own experience as someone who has “walked the walk.”
In this book, dozens of former intelligence, diplomatic, military, and national security professionals share candid insights, practical strategies, and timeless advice.
Considering a job change? Exploring a second career? Wondering what retirement could look like? This guide is here to help you take the next step with confidence.
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To “resign under unfavorable circumstances” generally means that an employee chose to resign from a job before being formally terminated or while facing serious workplace issues that reflect negatively on them.
It often indicates the resignation was not entirely voluntary or amicable, but instead prompted by:
Background investigators reach out to former employers - best to be honest about if you actually quit or quit before you were fired. "Better for you to say it first," Lindy Kyzer notes.
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Federal hiring is shifting fast—from law enforcement incentives and IT demand to new rules like the two-page USAJobs resume.
Join ClearanceJobs’ Lindy Kyzer in conversation with federal jobs coach Armand Curet as they unpack the latest hiring freeze updates, agency-specific trends, and the myths that keep applicants from landing government roles.
Whether you’re a veteran, a career-changer, or simply federal-curious, this live discussion will give you the clarity you need to navigate today’s federal job market.
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In this episode of ClearedCast, host Phoebe Wells sits down with Rupal Patel—former CIA officer, CEO of the Global Leadership Lab, and author of From CIA to CEO: Unconventional Life Lessons for Thinking Bigger, Leading Better, and Being Bolder. Patel shares her unconventional path from war zones and classified briefings to the corporate boardroom, offering candid insights on resilience, confidence, and leadership.
Hear how she navigated the clearance process, built credibility in male-dominated spaces, and developed the tools to quiet imposter syndrome. Patel also reveals how intelligence tradecraft can be applied to everyday leadership—helping executives and professionals lead with clarity, confidence, and authenticity.
Whether you’re navigating your own cleared career or striving to build bold leadership skills, this episode offers lessons for thriving in high-pressure environments. Come back next week for part two.
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Transitioning from military service into the civilian workforce is rarely straightforward—but for Albert Bellamy, a retired Marine Corps officer, it was a journey defined by logistics, analytics, and adaptability. Now a marketing and business intelligence consultant, Bellamy shared with the Security Clearance Careers Podcast how his time in uniform prepared him to thrive in the data-driven world of consulting.
While logistics was his operational focus in the Marines, Bellamy gradually transitioned into the world of analytics. That shift became the foundation for his post-military career. The core skills were the same, problem-solving under pressure, working with diverse teams, and telling a story with data. Analytics was the natural next step.
For service members eyeing their own transitions, Bellamy left listeners with three takeaways:
Your clearance opens the door, but it’s your ability to adapt as a former military member and apply your skills that drives long-term success.
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Are you ready to take your place at the forefront of government technology? From September 11–13, 2025, GovTechCon takes over The Square (1850 K St NW, Washington, D.C.) with a hybrid, immersive experience designed to ignite your GovTech journey.
Creator, Symone Berry, joins the Security Clearance Careers Podcast to discuss why aspiring professionals should attend the in person or hybrid options and why recruiters should utilize the venue to secure top talent.
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