Defense news and career advice written by Katie Helbling

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Government Contractor

Dangerous Supply Missions and Civilians in the Iraq War

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Security Clearance

Fluctuating Case Loads for Background Investigators

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Cleared Recruiting

Why Every Recruiter in National Security Should Be Reading NatSec@Work

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Military

Brains Behind the Battle: Tool for Protecting Soldiers’ Brain Health Earns $3.2M Grant

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Security Clearance

What to Do If You Lie on the Security Clearance Application

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Cleared Recruiting

The Many Faces of Cleared Talent: Types of Candidates in the ClearanceJobs Database

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Career Advice

Premier IC Workforce Event in Arlington, VA This Month

Security Clearance

Changes in the New Security Clearance Questionnaire