Question: Should I put my security clearance on a resume?

If your security clearance has expired or was attached to a job you dont have anymore, you can still list it on your resume. However, unlike the previous examples, you shouldnt put it on your resume summary and certainly not at the top of your job experience section.

Should you put your clearance on your resume?

A: Its perfectly okay to specify that you have a clearance, as well as clearance type. Its also okay to list polygraph information and dates on your resume, according to intelligence agency resume guidelines, including those provided by the National Security Agency.

Where does security clearance go on resume?

Put your clearance level and status at the top right under your contact info, include the year of your last adjudication. Anything left to fill up the “above the fold” portion of your resume needs to be filled with eye catching skills, certifications and awards.

Should I put security clearance LinkedIn?

In most cases, you should not put your security clearance in your LinkedIn profile. Due to national security issues, and personal security threats, publicizing your clearance status makes it easy to target you and exploit the information you have about the project you are supporting.

What is a LinkedIn security check?

According to LinkedIn, the service presents a security challenge when the user attempts to sign-in “from an unfamiliar location or device” or when the service detects “suspicious web activity.” In this case, the user might be emailed a verification link or presented with a CAPTCHA challenge.

What do they ask on a security clearance polygraph?

A CI Polygraph asks questions revolving around whether or not the candidate knew of or were involved in sabotage/ espionage activities against the United States.

Why is LinkedIn asking for a security check?

According to LinkedIn, the service presents a security challenge when the user attempts to sign-in “from an unfamiliar location or device” or when the service detects “suspicious web activity.” In this case, the user might be emailed a verification link or presented with a CAPTCHA challenge.

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