Guide
How To Qualify For Cleared Roles
Most civilian technologists are closer than they think. Recruiters look for mission framing, trustworthy systems language, and proof you can operate near NIST/RMF expectations, not a magic clearance broker.
Step 1
Pick A Target Role Family
Cloud security, autonomy software, forward-deployed engineering, or GovTech product each imply different keywords and clearance norms. Start on Find Roles and open two or three postings you could actually finish.
Step 2
Evaluate Fit
Use Evaluate Resume with a target job id. We list present vs missing skills and recommended certifications so you are not guessing which course to buy.
Step 3
Buy Prep
Buy a DefTechRoles prep pack on-site for the top gap (often Security+ or GovCloud architecture). Partner enroll is optional if you prefer an external vendor.
Step 4
Unlock An Ats Rewrite
After gaps are clear, unlock the ATS blueprint so bullets speak in mission outcomes, DD254/MIPR-aware language where honest, and control-family vocabulary.
Step 5
Apply And Track
Apply externally from the job page, save roles to your Shortlist, and subscribe to Mission Alerts for your clearance tier.