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15 janvier
00h26
Torch Technologies Lands 195M Army R D Contract
Jillian Hamilton
Torch Technologies won a 195.5 million Army contract to support research and development across the acquisition lifecycle through 2031.
14 janvier
20h30
The Future of Work in National Security: Why Flexibility Is Mission-Critical
Lindy Kyzer
Flexibility isn’t a perk it’s a national security issue. Lindy Kyzer and Mika Cross explore what’s at stake for the cleared workforce.
16h30
From Wearables to Waist Ratios: Updates Made to the Space Force Fitness Rules
Amanda Huffman
Updated guidance introduces twice-yearly fitness testing, revised performance standards, and expanded health metrics for all Guardians.
15h30
Intuitive Machines (LUNR) Stock Is a Buy for Some Investors
Larry Ramer
With a huge backlog, improving financials, and a game-changing acquisition, LUNR may be a small but strategic bet on the space economy.
14h21
Have a Security Clearance? Your Tinder Date Is Not Your Confidant
Jillian Hamilton
This is a story about judgment, personal responsibility, and a lesson the national security community has repeated for decades.
12h30
2026 Is the Year Quantum Computing Gets Serious About Security
Peter Suciu
Governments and industry are shifting focus to post-quantum cryptography and the real-world risks of harvest now, decrypt later.
02h45
Sikorsky Secures 21.6M Order to Support VH-92A Presidential Helicopter Mods
Jillian Hamilton
Sikorsky won a not-to-exceed 21.6 million Navy contract to support VH-92A engine testing and certification through 2027.
02h30
U.S. Action in Venezuela and Its Strategic Implications
Christopher Burgess
As Washington moves to run Venezuela temporarily, American companies face major opportunity and elevated security threats on the ground.
02h30
Former Navy Sailor Gets 16 Years for Selling U.S. Military Secrets to China
Christopher Burgess
China isn’t slowing down. Your counterintelligence efforts to thwart their offensive operations shouldn’t be coasting either.
13 janvier
20h45
How Post 9 11 GI Bill Eligibility Works for National Guard Members
Ron Kness
The rules are precise but not intuitive. Understanding that distinction early can help National Guard members plan education decisions.
18h20
Pentagon Signs On to Fund New L3Harris Missile Solutions Company in 1 Billion Investment
Jillian Hamilton
The 1 billion Pentagon investment in L3Harris could reshape how critical weapons systems are built, funded, and delivered at scale.
15h30
The Hunter: Fred Bear’s 10 Commandments
Steve Leonard
A legendary bowhunter’s rules turned out to be timeless lessons in discipline, preparation, and leadership.
14h30
Why BigBear.ai Is a Show Me Story at This Point
Larry Ramer
From facial recognition at major airports to a FedRAMP-certified acquisition, the strategy is bold, even as financial headwinds mount.
12h30
The Air Force Uniform Rules Changed Again. Here’s What Airmen Need to Know
Peter Suciu
The newest Air Force policy update addresses everything from specialty tabs to earbuds, eyewear, and watch caps.
01h10
DARPA Expands Joint All-Domain Warfighting Software Contract to 53.7M
Jillian Hamilton
DARPA has awarded a 9.6 million modification to Systems & Technology Research LLC to exercise Phase 4 of the JAWS program.
12 janvier
20h20
Does Dual Citizenship Affect Your Security Clearance?
Lindy Kyzer
Dual citizenship is not disqualifying for a security clearance. Learn how allegiance, foreign influence, and mitigation are evaluated.
20h05
This 816M Government Contract Is a Win for Rocket Lab, but the Stock Still Looks Risky
Larry Ramer
Rocket Lab has strong government momentum, but insider selling and an extreme valuation make the stock a hold rather than a buy.
18h27
CI Win: TDY Personnel Report Suspicious Activity in Germany, Prompt UK Warning
Christopher Burgess
See Something, Say Something results in CI win in identifying Russian targeting activity in Wiesbaden, Germany.
17h30
How to Ace a Phone Screen With a Cleared Recruiter
Katie Helbling
A veteran technical recruiter breaks down the small mistakes and missed signals that quietly end candidacies before interviews begin.
16h20
Federal Law Enforcement Get a Bigger Pay Raise and Secret Service Aims to Add Thousands of New Hires
Jillian Hamilton
Federal law enforcement is seeing a bigger pay boost, while the Secret Service ramps up plans to significantly expand its workforce.
12h45
The Pentagon’s Fitness Reset: How 2026 Will Look Different for Service Members
Peter Suciu
A department-wide shift toward readiness and accountability is changing how fitness scores are tracked and how much they matter.
11 janvier
12h30
Security Clearances in 2026: What’s Changing and What Could Trip You Up
John Berry
From faster appeals to nonstop monitoring, the rules for holding a clearance are evolving faster than many professionals realize.
10 janvier
14h12
DLA Awards L3Harris 18M Sole-Source Contract for Safety and Arming Devices
Jillian Hamilton
L3Harris Fuzing and Ordnance Systems will provide safety and arming devices under a five-year, 18.4 million sole-source contract.
12h30
Will an Ex Be Contacted for a Public Trust Position?
Katie Helbling
Security clearance paperwork has a way of reopening chapters you thought were firmly closed...including the ones labeled ex-spouse.
09 janvier
21h27
Chinese National Arrested and Charged for Photographing B2 Bombers and Whiteman AFB
Christopher Burgess
China continues to photograph U.S. military establishments, this time it is B2 Spirit stealth bombers and Whiteman AFB.
18h30
You Didn’t Get Fired You Got RIF’d. Here’s How to Turn That Into an Interview Win
NJ Halliwell
Getting RIF’d feels brutal, but you can turn an abrupt exit into proof that you’re exactly the kind of hire managers want right now.
15h45
AI and the Space Economy Can Drive This Hot Chip Maker’s Stock Way Higher
Larry Ramer
This AI-driven stock has already soared, but its valuation suggests the market may still be missing the bigger story.
12h30
President Trump Calls for 1.5 Trillion Pentagon Budget While Warning Defense CEOs
Peter Suciu
The president paired a 1.5 trillion Pentagon budget proposal with threats to cap executive pay and crack down on underperforming contractors.
01h28
GE Aerospace Lands 1.4B Navy Engine Modification for CH-53K Program
Jillian Hamilton
The Navy awards GE Aerospace a contract mod covering multiple engine production lots for the Marine Corps’ CH-53K King Stallion fleet.
08 janvier
19h30
Security Clearance Lingo: Do You Know the Acronyms?
Grace Boone
In cleared environments, acronyms aren’t jargon they’re a critical tool for speed, security, and signaling who belongs in the conversation.
17h30
The Cleared Recruiting Playoffs Are Here: Which Defense Contractors Are Winning the Talent War
Katie Helbling
From legacy primes to disruptors, these contractors are battling for division titles, wildcard spots, and cleared talent supremacy.
12h30
Google Chrome Extensions Steal ChatGPT Conversations And It’s Just the Beginning
Peter Suciu
Cybersecurity researchers warn that malicious browser add-ons are quietly exfiltrating AI chatbot conversations.
00h00
Army Awards 9.9M Mapping and Geotechnical Contract in Hawaii
Jillian Hamilton
Honolulu-based and West Coast firms will compete for architect-engineer task orders covering geotechnical, surveying, and mapping work.
07 janvier
19h30
Experiencing a Career Plateau? It’s Not Always a Setback
Grace Boone
A career plateau isn’t always a setback. Learn how to use slower seasons to build mastery, gain clarity, and plan your long-term growth.
12h30
Space Force Eyes Super-Heavy Rocket Hub at Vandenberg, Opens Door to Industry Giants
Peter Suciu
The U.S. Space Force is exploring the development of heavy and super-heavy launch capabilities at Vandenberg Space Force Base.
02h29
Aldrich Ames Dies at 84. The Damage He Caused Still Echoes
Christopher Burgess
Ames’ death does not close the chapter on the damage he caused. Russia continues to benefit from the intelligence he provided.
02h23
Air Force Awards 1.1 Billion Contract to InDyne for Missile Warning and Space Defense Operations
Jillian Hamilton
The Air Force contract obligates more than 364 million in FY26 funds to sustain 24 7 missile warning and space defense missions worldwide.
06 janvier
20h56
2025 in Review: Strengthening the Cleared Workforce Together
Phoebe Wells
From Connect conferences to career events, see how ClearanceJobs supported the cleared community through change in 2025 and what’s on the horizon.
20h30
Office or Field? Discover Where Your Cleared Career Will Thrive
Grace Boone
Understanding which environment resonates most with you can bring clarity and direction to your security-cleared career.
19h30
The Future Looks Bright for Both of BlackBerry’s Main Businesses
Larry Ramer
With accelerating government adoption and a surging QNX backlog, BlackBerry may be entering its strongest growth phase in years.
17h30
ClearanceJobs Connect San Antonio: Highlights from a Mission-Ready Workforce Community
Phoebe Wells
See highlights from ClearanceJobs Connect San Antonio and learn how to get involved as Connect returns to four cities in 2026.
15h30
Wild Bill: The Leadership Legacy of William Donovan
Steve Leonard
From his time leading the OSS, five distinct lessons emerge that define much of Donavan’s legacy as the father of American intelligence.
14h37
U.S. Navy Sailors Accused of 80K Green Card Wedding’ Scheme With Chinese Nationals
Peter Suciu
Federal prosecutors say two Navy service members accepted thousands of dollars to enter sham marriages with Chinese immigrants.
05 janvier
23h56
Navy Modifies Bell Textron Deal to Support Viper and Venom Helicopters
Jillian Hamilton
The 14 million modification funds continued integration and sustainment work for Marine Corps attack and utility helicopters.
15h30
Air Force Pauses Automatic PME Dismissals After Physical Fitness Test Failures
Amanda Huffman
With 2026 PFA standards on the way, failed fitness tests will now impact awards not course completion for Airmen.
12h30
What Does the Rise of AI Mean for the Future of College Degrees?
Peter Suciu
As AI reshapes learning and work, universities and students alike are being forced to rethink the value of a degree.
04 janvier
12h30
Unique Security Clearance Issues Impacting Federal Employees
John Berry
While many clearance challenges are shared across the workforce, government employees face distinct obligations and risks.
03 janvier
15h30
What Security Clearance Timelines Looked Like in 2025, According to the Community
Jillian Hamilton
Security clearance timelines in 2025 were about patience, quiet stretches, and learning how the process really moves behind the scenes.
12h30
Done Being a Field Investigator? Change Up Your Career With These Jobs Ask CJ
Katie Helbling
Investigators who love self-made schedules and real-world problem-solving don’t have to give that up in their next role.
02 janvier
19h30
Trust, Technology, and the Front Line of Security
Phoebe Wells
Mount Indie’s Tommy Weinert exposes deepfakes, resume fraud, and insider-threat risks reshaping the future of cleared recruiting.