The Unredacted Resume, a seven-episode limited-run podcast designed for the moment we’re in, when many national security and intelligence professionals are looking for work, weighing new options, or making the leap between public and private or academic sectors.

Co-hosted by Brian Drake (Accrete AI) and Lindy Kyzer (ClearanceJobs), each bi-weekly episode delivers candid, practical insights from leaders, recruiters, and professionals who’ve been there and know what it takes to succeed in the intelligence and national security community.

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The Unredacted Resume: Episode 2

In this episode of The Unredacted Resume, Brian Drake is joined by Elisabeth Baker Pham, Partner at Kalijarvi, Chuzi, Newman & Fitch, and Mika Cross, CEO of Strategy@Work, to break down the essentials every federal employee should know before separating from service. From resume reviews and ethics filings to separation letters and clearance status, this conversation offers practical guidance to ensure a smooth and well-prepared transition.

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The Unredacted Resume: Episode 1

The Unredacted Resume is a new miniseries podcast hosted by Brian Drake and Lindy Kyzer. In this inaugural episode, Lindy is joined by COL Candice Frost, USA (Ret.), Senior Account Executive at Nightwing, and The Hon. John Sherman, Dean of The Bush School of Government and Public Service at Texas A&M University. Tune in as they discuss key hiring trends, high-demand skillsets, and how mid-career professionals can successfully navigate career transitions in the evolving national security job market.

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