Defense news and career advice written by Aaron Knowles

The New Cyber Battlefield: Rethinking Cybersecurity Training

The Hidden Risks of Heat and Psychiatric Medications
Military Transition

Veteran Advocacy in National Security: Why It Still Matters

Prediction Market Betting
Security Clearance

Classified Bets: A Line You Can’t Uncross

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Military Transition

The VA Home Loan Is Getting an Overhaul

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Military

The Air Force Tried to Retire the A-10 Again. The A-10 said, “Not Today.”

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Cybersecurity

Building the Justice League: Why Collaboration Beats Competition in Cyber Defense

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Career Advice

How Housing Costs Can Impact the Cleared Workforce

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Military

From Code Talkers to Medal of Honor Heroes: Native Americans’ Lasting Impact on War

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Security Clearance

Why Some Strong Candidates Slip Through the Security Clearance Process