AWS positions with "US Intelligence Community"
I was reached out to by a recruiter regarding SysEng roles in AWS, with the main client being the "US Intelligence Community". I assume this means NSA, FBI, CIA, DoD, etc, and because thre locations are for Seattle or Washington DC area. The roles sound pretty cool, but also require the ability to obtain/maintain a TS/SCI clearance with polygraph.
I am curious about a couple things (directed toward anyone with some knowledge of these roles):
1) I have a criminal conviction (reckless driving...pretty stupid, I know). Would this immediatley disqualify me?
2) I have heard Amazon typically doesnt drug test for Eng/IT roles, but with the intense security clearance it sounds like they might. The only substance I use recreationally (besides alcohol and caffeine) is cannabis. I am definitely a regular user, but not very heavy. I like to enjoy a joint before bedtime most nights. Not that quantity really matters, but being a regular user, I would want a month or so to clear my system. I am pretty lean (6'0/160lbs ex-athlete), so I think 1, maybe 2 months max should be good. Anyone at AWS have some inside info on this? I wouldnt bother quitting for 1 or 2 months if I wasnt going to be tested...
Any info or insight is greatly appreciated 👍
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The reckless driving would be less of an issue as far as clearance.