Security Clearance Careers Podcast

The annual NCMS Seminar brings together security professionals from across the nation. In this episode of the ClearanceJobs Podcast, we take you behind the scenes of the NCMS Annual Seminar—the premier event for industrial security professionals. Joining us are special guests Stevie Dahl and Sarah Turner, members of the NCMS National Board of Directors, who share their insights from this year’s event, including the most asked-about sessions, trends shaping the security profession, and why NCMS continues to be the must-attend seminar for cleared industry leaders.From insider threat programs to classified contract compliance, the NCMS Seminar offers practical training and powerful networking for professionals across the national security ecosystem. Whether you're a long-time NCMS member or a first-time attendee, you’ll get a front-row seat to the people, policy, and partnerships shaping the future of security.Tune in to hear Stevie and Sarah discuss:What to expect from this year’s keynote speakers and breakout sessionsHow NCMS is evolving to support professionals across career levelsWhat’s new for NCMS members in 2025Why community and collaboration remain critical to mission successThis episode is your pass to the conversations happening at the cutting edge of security.

Since its founding, The New IC has been the Intelligence and National Security Alliance's (INSA) premier workforce event—dedicated to supporting early- and mid-career professionals across the cleared community. Whether you're just getting your start or looking to take your next big step, this program is designed to help you build your skills, broaden your network, and thrive in the IC and national security spaceThis year’s program is bigger than ever. We’re kicking off with Career Conversations, a dynamic job fair and networking event where attendees can meet top IC employers, learn about in-demand skills, and forge career-making connections. And that’s just the beginning.Learn more about the vital networking opportunities available at this event on Wednesday, June 25, from 1:00-6:00 pm at the Army Navy Country Club in Arlington, VA.

The 2025 AI Expo for National Competitiveness, held from June 2–4 at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, D.C., brought together over 15,000 attendees from government, academia, and industry to explore the future of artificial intelligence and its role in national security and economic leadership.For today's episode of the Security Clearance Careers Podcast we give you the highlights of AI Expo, put on by the Special Competitive Studies Project – a non-partisan U.S. think tank and private foundation focused on technology and security, created by former Google CEO Eric Schmidt. ClearanceJobs hosted the Talent Marketplace at the expo where companies and talent were able to meet, and career coaches were able to guide attendees, wherever they are at in thei job search.

Google Public Sector joins the podcast to discuss Google Veterans Career Week. Mike Benedosso, global leader of Google's Veterans Network (VetNet), tells us more about his own transition, tips for veterans looking for a job at Google, and why he has stayed for nine years supporting Google's Brand Marketing (Brand Social): Influencer Marketing as a Strategy Leader. Google is hosting its 5th Annual Google Veterans Career Week, a free, virtual three-day event (June 10-12) offering veterans, military spouses/partners, and service members tools, support, and advice to advance their civilian careers. The week includes functional and industry roundtables, an exclusive fireside chat, and skill-building sessions – all designed to provide valuable networking, learning, and tactical career advice. The event is open to anyone supporting the military community and so tune in to this sneak peek.

Today our episode of the Security Clerance Careers Podcast focuses on navigating ClearanceJobs.com as a job seeker. We have Brent, ClearanceJobs Manager of Client Success who runs our candidate how-to webinars. This is an engaging, informative episode that highlights both practical tips and strategic insights for cleared professionals navigating ClearanceJobs.com, ultimately getting you on the phone with a recruiter which can be pretty difficult nowadays in such a saturated candidate market.

Optimizing your online profiles for professional networking is essential in today’s digital-first professional landscape. Your ClearanceJobs profile is often the first interaction someone has with you—whether it's a recruiter, hiring manager, or other executive leader using our platform.Platforms like ClearanceJobs rank profiles against Boolean searches (or Intellisearch) that recruiters key in to match the most qualified candidates. By strategically using keywords related to your industry, roles, and skills you improve your chances of appearing in searches, making it easier for hiring managers to find you.

Welcome back to the ClearanceJobs podcast—where national security professionals stay informed, inspired, and maybe even a little entertained. Today, we’re bringing you the official recap of SOF Week 2025—arguably one of the most impactful defense community events of the year. Whether you were boots-on-the-ground in Tampa or just watching from afar, we’ve got the highlights, insights, and maybe even a few behind-the-scenes moments you won’t find anywhere else.

Pay transparency—openly sharing salary ranges and compensation practices—has been gaining traction in both private and public sectors. But how does this shift impact employee morale? The answer: it depends on how it’s implemented.New pay transparency laws are shining a light on compensation—but they’re also exposing workplace tensions that many leaders aren’t prepared to manage. When employees discover salary discrepancies, it can spark resentment, disengagement, and internal conflict.Richard Birke, Chief Architect of JAMS Pathways, joins the podcast to discuss how organizations can promote trust and transparency while preventing conflict from undermining culture and morale.