How do I obtain a security clearance,since I was unable obtain one in the military. This is for job purposes. Also I'm open to relocation, does anyone know or have a list of companies that offer relocation assistance? Thank you!
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I don't see where I should post my linkedin link on this site.
Fantastic! VCTP Syracuse certainly seems like a great program.
I'm going towards the A+ certificate. When I went to the site, it wanted me to select one certificate program, which I did select. However, I will try and select other programs and see what they will say. Also, I have contacted the admissions coordinator via phone and left a message.
Great - Towards which certificate are you working?
@Tom, I just filled out the information for VCTP Syracuse independent study. I have to contact the addmissions coordinator tomorrow about the program.
Ijeoma,
What sorts of course do you wish to take?
Have you researched the training for Operations and IT oriented certifications that VCTP Syracuse offers to post 9/11 Veterans, 100% free of charge, no GIB Bill benefit utilized.? (see my post above)
Speak wit a guidance counselor at VCTP Syracuse and see if any of their programs or certifications might help.
See my earlier post above where I list action items you can take.
@Greg, I have checked out the NPower in the NYC. They only assist those under the age of 25. In Dallas, they assist veterans. However, I do not have relatives living in Dallas. If I did, I would have relocated to Dallas and start taking those courses.
Ijeoma,
Reach out to NPower. They are a non-profit firm based in NY. In Dallas, they offer a program known as the Technology Service Corps. It is a free 22 week program for Veterans focused on developing IT skills. The first 15 weeks are dedicated to getting a CISCO A+ Certification. This work is followed by a 7 week paid internship in a non-profit corporation or a forture 500 company.
Ijeoma, Thank you for serving our country.
Tom is right on the money. You need to secure the job first, then if it's a job that requires a security clearance, you will be asked to go through the screening process. As Tom suggests, there are a number of things you can do to prepare or that day when it arrives.
You have made a good choice in pursuing MS Certification. While you are doing this, I urge you to begin investigate the art of scripting (Shell, Perl and Python). Having a jump on these skills will only make you a more valuable Certified Network Engineer.
It will also open up other doors in the field of Software Engineering and Development.
Ijeoma,
A few action items.
* post the URL of your LinkedIn profile on you acp-advisornet profile
* ask for a review of your resume and LInkedIN profile here on this site. Work "one-one-one" with an advisor to craft a top-notch resume and LI profile. Prominently list certifications you have earned, recommendations and endorsements, etc.
* request a mentor from ACP
* speak wit a guidance counselor at VCTP Syracuse and see if any of their programs or certifications might help
* This may take weeks or months. Join a local Toastmasters.org chapter, and ask for help with your "elevator speech". On your own and with a mentor, craft 3 "elevator speeches".
1) the speech you can deliver today
2) the speech you want to be able to deliver in 3-6 months
3) the speech you want to deliver in 5 years
see:
http://www.salisbury.edu/careerservices/students/Interviews/60secondElevator.html
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http://www.salisbury.edu/careerservices/Students/Networking/ElevatorPitch.html
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http://magazines.toastmasters.org/display_article.php?id=829814
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http://www.copywriting4b2b.com/docs/elevator-speech.pdf
Yes, I have been utilizing my school's career services. I do not have an ACP mentor. I have some Microsoft certifications. However, I'm still a novice in IT. I'm concentrating in networking.
Ijeoma,
To get a security clearance, you'll likely first need to obtain a job or job offer.
"How to Obtain Security Clearance"
http://www.wikihow.com/Obtain-Security-Clearance
Some quick advice:
Have you been utilizing your university's career planning center?
Do you have an ACP mentor through their mentoring program?
What are you IT skills and certifications? VCTP offers free certifications for post 9/11 Veterans. Search VCTP Syracuse
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