BIC Presents_ Hacking the Federal Cyber Job Market w_ Love Rutledge

Breaking Into Cybersecurity

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 Sponsored by CPF Coaching LLC - http://cpf-coaching.com The Breaking into Cybersecurity: It’s a conversation about what they did before, why did they pivot into cyber, what the process was they went through Breaking Into Cybersecurity, how they keep up, and advice/tips/tricks along the way. The Breaking into Cybersecurity Leadership Series is an additional series focused on cybersecurity leadership and hearing directly from different leaders in cybersecurity (high and low) on what it takes to be a successful leader. We focus on the skills and competencies associated with cybersecurity leadership and tips/tricks/advice from cybersecurity leaders. Check out our books: Develop Your Cybersecurity Career Path: How to Break into Cybersecurity at Any Level https://amzn.to/3443AUI Hack the Cybersecurity Interview: Navigate Cybersecurity Interviews with Confidence, from Entry-level to Expert roles https://www.amazon.com/Hack-Cybersecurity-Interview-Interviews-Entry-level/dp/1835461298/ Hacker Inc.: Mindset For Your Career https://www.amazon.com/Hacker-Inc-Mindset-Your-Career/dp/B0DKTK1R93/ _________________________________________ 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/ Find out more about CPF-Coaching at https://www.cpf-coaching.com - Website: https://www.cyberhubpodcast.com/breakingintocybersecurity - Podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/breaking-into-cybersecuri - YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/c/BreakingIntoCybersecurity - Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/breaking-into-cybersecurity/ - Twitter: https://twitter.com/BreakintoCyber - Twitch: https://www.twitch.tv/breakingintocybersecurity