Is it worth applying to positions as a contractor supporting the IC? it appears the requirements assume past government experience in the IC, not to mention the clearance requirements.

Tyner will likely be formally charged under the UK National Security Act by November 20, and the charge sheet will reveal what NATO staff access a field grade HR officer actually held.

Anyone know what’s really going on here?

Mossad running in the background doesn’t help either.

Chen Yixin earned his spurs demanding ideological purity in the provinces before Xi Jinping placed him atop the MSS

Does anybody know what’s going on today? The FAA has an all planes ground stop due to “communication” issues. I read somewhere all BUEC on the east coast went down, and now I’ve read the National Weather service is experiencing radar issues. DHS Sec came out and said not ruling out cyber attack.

Bro just named his coworkersteve orthodox psychiatrist brigadier general FROM HIS CHURCH. Now how many steve psychiatrist brigadier generals are there in his church ???

Academic says he is aware of a desire from UK government intelligence agencies to discuss how industry, academics and even research observatories could help plug the gap left by the US space plane the X-37B and provide a sovereign UK capability, in particular because of concern over how reliant the UK has been on assistance from the US. LINK

A few major developments to keep an eye on this Thursday. A building collapse in Brooklyn has killed at least eight people, Russia and Ukraine have agreed in principle to a prisoner exchange, and Indonesia's vice president has resigned. We're also following missile debris that fell near Mecca and the European Political Community summit in Dublin.

Here's what AlertMedia's Global Intelligence Team is tracking and what these developments could mean for security, travel, and day-to-day operations.

Multiple Killed in Brooklyn Building Collapse

A three-story building on Flatbush Avenue in Brooklyn collapsed at about 4 pm on Wednesday, killing at least eight people and injuring 17.

• The building fell into an adjacent construction site, trapping people.

• It remains unknown how many people are still missing.

• The cause of the collapse remains under investigation.

• Unstable debris is complicating rescue operations.

Russia and Ukraine Agree on Prisoner Exchange

Russia and Ukraine agreed in principle to a prisoner exchange during U.S.-brokered talks in Abu Dhabi.

• The exchange could involve more than 1,000 prisoners on each side, though numbers are unconfirmed.

• Witkoff and Kushner met Putin in Moscow on Thursday ahead of talks with Zelenskyy in Dublin.

• Territory, security guarantees, and Europe's role remain unresolved, limiting near-term settlement prospects.

Indonesia's Vice President Resigns

President Prabowo Subianto accepted Vice President Gibran Rakabuming Raka's resignation on Thursday.

• Court rulings questioned his educational credentials and eligibility.

• The People's Consultative Assembly has 60 days to select a replacement.

• He had faced parliamentary pressure over favoritism allegations.

• Supporters gathered in Jakarta, with no wider unrest reported.

• The transition could heighten scrutiny and mobilization.

Missile Debris Falls Near Mecca

Saudi air defenses intercepted two ballistic missiles over the Mecca region on Wednesday, with debris falling nearby.

• The incident comes amid escalating Saudi-Houthi exchanges.

• The Houthis deny targeting Mecca and claim unverified attacks on an oil pumping station in Yanbu and Riyadh's King Khalid International Airport.

• No casualties were reported, but disruption to aviation, energy, and civilian activity is a concern.

Dublin Hosts European Leaders for EPC Summit

More than 50 European and partner leaders are in Dublin for the European Political Community summit.

• The summit is Ireland's largest diplomatic event and the State's largest security operation.

• Traffic restrictions are in place amid recent bomb threats targeting media organizations, schools, and airlines.

• The summit is focused on Ukraine, European security, and economic resilience.

• An informal EU leaders' summit on Friday will prolong security measures and disruption in central Dublin.

These situations are developing, and conditions may change as additional information becomes available.

I want to find out what would be the best form of intelligence that would work for me. When it comes to the parts of the community I am drawn to ODNI, ONSI, OICI, State department and many more. How should i find what best works for me. I am currently studying political science at ASU and know I need to sign up for internships so I am most likely guaranteed a spot however I don’t know what form of intelligence to pick to narrow my scope of groups to look into and fully invest my time and effort on.

i’m looking for honest advice from people in defense contracting, commercial intelligence, OSINT, or foreign service.

Background: U.S. citizen, 35 years old, native Moroccan Darija speaker, fluent in Modern Standard Arabic, French (Fluent - spoken & Written) and Spanish (Fluent - spoken & Written), English (Fluent - spoken & Written) No college degree. Clean financial record, clean criminal record and eligible for a security clearance background check.

Clearance Status: No active clearance (never held one).

The Challenge: Most postings I see require an active TS/SCI on day one. I need to know how to break in without an existing badge.

Questions:

1. What entry-level roles or contractors regularly hire based on language testing (e.g., DLPT) and sponsor security clearances from scratch?

2. What private sector or commercial stepping-stone jobs (e.g., corporate risk, media monitoring, OSINT) don't require clearances and build a solid resume for future cleared work?

3. For anyone who started without a degree or prior clearance, what path worked for you?

Appreciate any advice or real-world feedback.