What are the advantages of being cleared? I am currently on the commercial side and have a dual citizenship. I heard that if I go that road, I may have to let go of my other citizenship so, what will

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Ctd: the US government grant me in return? I am talking about protection while abroad especially while in my home country since I won’t be holding their passport anymore... am I going to be treated differently in case of an emergencyv

It really depends on the country where you hold dual citizenship. I can think of a few where there’s no chance you’ll get a clearance and there will be projects or agencies where you can’t be staffed.

You get projects that don't require travel and hours are generally 40 hours depending on the go live date...

Deloitte? Good luck!!

Really interesting projects in many cases and usually a pay bump although idk if you would notice it since you’re doing commercial already

If I am willing to travel on the commercial side, salaries are higher... but, I prefer not to

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