Navigating the Federal Cyber Job Market with Love Rutledge

In this special edition of 'Breaking into Cyber Security', host Renee Small, the Cybersecurity Super Recruiter, collaborates with Love Rutledge, a senior executive in the Department of Defense, to provide comprehensive guidance on securing federal cyber jobs. Love shares her expertise in federal employment, detailing the intricacies of the USAJOBS site, federal resume building, networking strategies, and the clearance process. She offers essential tips for both experienced professionals and newcomers aiming to break into the federal cyber job market. Additionally, Love shares insights about professional organizations, accepted service positions, and resources for crafting successful federal resumes. This episode is a must-watch for anyone looking to navigate the complexities of federal cybersecurity job applications.

00:00 Introduction and Special Event Announcement
01:49 Meet Love Rutledge: Federal Cybersecurity Expert
03:44 Networking Tips for Federal Job Seekers
07:16 Understanding USAJobs and Federal Job Codes
09:38 Crafting a Federal Resume
14:59 Navigating the Federal Hiring Process
18:21 Security Clearances and Drug Use Policies
18:59 Q&A: Tips and Final Thoughts
27:08 Conclusion and Upcoming Events

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About the hosts:

Renee Small is the CEO of Cyber Human Capital, one of the leading human resources business partners in the field of cybersecurity, and author of the Amazon #1 best-selling book, Magnetic Hiring: Your Company's Secret Weapon to Attracting Top Cyber Security Talent. She is committed to helping leaders close the cybersecurity talent gap by hiring from within and helping more people get into the lucrative cybersecurity profession. https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneebrownsmall/
Download a free copy of her book at magnetichiring.com/book

Christophe Foulon focuses on helping to secure people and processes with a solid understanding of the technology involved. He has over ten years of experience as an experienced Information Security Manager and Cybersecurity Strategist with a passion for customer service, process improvement, and information security. He has significant experience in optimizing the use of technology while balancing the implications to people, processes, and information security by using a consultative approach.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/christophefoulon/

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