ClearanceJobs Connect 2025 San Antonio

What is ClearanceJobs Connect?

ClearanceJobs Connect San Antonio is an innovative day of in-person keynotes and hands-on-keys strategic sessions by leaders in the national security community and defense industry. Expand your cleared recruiting skills, create meaningful connections, learn from experts, and have fun!

WHO SHOULD ATTEND?

Talent acquisition professionals hiring for the national security community with a focus on recruiting cleared professionals.

WHY SHOULD YOU ATTEND?

ClearanceJobs Connect is the ONLY event focused on security cleared recruiting, and features government speakers. You will learn the latest security clearance policies, the most innovative cleared recruiting ideas, and an opportunity to network with fellow secret squirrel recruiters.

Convince My Boss!

8:00-9:00

Registration + Networking Breakfast

9:00-9:30

Kickoff Keynote

9:30-10:00

AI in Cleared Recruiting: Opportunities, Challenges, and the Path Forward

Eric Pecinovsky

VP of Marketing, ClearanceJobs

10:00-10:40

Military City, Mission Ready: Building the Cleared Workforce San Antonio Needs

10:40-11:00

Break

11:00-11:30

Agile Recruiting

Laken Kennedy

Product Manager, ClearanceJobs

11:30-12:15

Tactical Tips for Cleared Recruiters

12:15-1:15

Lunch

1:15-2:30

ClearanceJobs Master Class

Tommy Weinert

Founder, Mount Indie

2:30-3:00

Closing Remarks

Lindy Kyzer

VP of Content & Engagement, ClearanceJobs

1:15-2:30

Hands on Keys: Candidates in Your Inbox Inside the only recruiting system built for the cleared space

Step inside the only sourcing and recruiting system built exclusively for the cleared space. In this hands-on session, we’ll break down the ShadowLabs approach—designed by recruiters, for recruiters operating in the most competitive hiring environment in the country.

We’ll walk through real strategies that deliver cleared candidates, not just clicks. You’ll leave with tactics you can use immediately, a deeper understanding of ClearanceJobs, and a blueprint for recruiting that actually works in GOVCON.

Takeaways and Key Topics Covered:

✅ What makes cleared recruiting different

✅ The Bulls Eye Sourcing Method: why most sourcing is noise, and how to target exactly who you need

✅ How to get cleared candidates to write back: Cold outreach strategies that build trust fast

✅ Real-world breakdown of ClearanceJobs.com:

The hidden filters you’re not using
Messaging techniques that outperform the mass-blast
How to turn passive candidates into hires

✅ Interview prep, trust building, and closing strategies tailored for GOVCON candidates

✅ Agile Sourcing Ops: How to structure your recruiting workflow and eliminate wasted motion to deliver cleared talent faster

Tommy Weinert

Founder, Mount Indie

ClearanceJobs Connect FAQs

General Questions

Who can register to attend?

Registration is currently limited to 200 attendees and priority will be given to current ClearanceJobs customers and invited guests.

Want to become a customer? Request a Demo

Is there a map of the conference rooms?

How much does it cost to attend?

Registration is $199 for our event.

Will food and beverages be provided?

Uh, of course! Breakfast and lunch are all included with your registration.

Do I have to attend the full day?

Due to limited registration, we’re asking those who RSVP to commit to the full day where possible. Life happens, but this is a day of networking you won’t want to miss.

Is there a virtual option?

We will not be offering a virtual option, in order to maximize participation and engagement on site. But highlights of sessions will be made available after the event.

What's the refund policy?

If you find you are unable to attend, please email editor@clearancejobs.com. Cancellations closer than 48 hours to the event that aren't due to illness are NOT eligible for a refund.

What is the dress code?

Casual/Business Casual - wear what you feel comfortable in for a day of learning and networking. Pants required; Zoom shirt optional. :)

Cleared Recruiting Resources

Resources

Find additional cleared recruiting resources covering security-cleared compensation, virtual onboarding, teleworking, recruitment marketing, security clearance process, and interview questions. Access now!

Federal Training

SF182

The Standard Form-182 (SF-182) is the Request, Authorization, Agreement and Certification for Training Form, which is used to document instances of completed military and civilian employee training for Federal Government and Military personnel.