Defense news and career advice written by Lindy Kyzer

How Long Does It Take to Get a Clearance? Q1 2026 Update

The Cleared Workforce is Increasing – But Probably Not How You Think
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How AI and Technology Are Reshaping the Security Industry

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The Security Clearance Reform Scorecard Just Changed — And That’s a Good Thing

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A Sabbatical and Your Security Clearance

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Security Clearance Limbo: What Happens When There’s “No Determination”?

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DCSA’s Identity Crisis, Congressional Scrutiny, and GAO’s Stark Warnings: Where Personnel Vetting Reform Stands

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Will Security Clearance Information Be Shared with ICE?

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Security Lags Have Mission Costs

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Are Service Members Enrolled in Continuous Vetting?