Take a strategic approach to career planning – receive expert guidance on your path to career success.

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Chart Your Course

Compass Rose Consulting LLC empowers emerging professionals to launch meaningful careers in national security. Driven by integrity, service, and commitment, we provide tailored coaching that turns uncertainty into direction. We demystify federal hiring, sharpen your skills, and help you present your best self to mission-focused employers. Our team understands the stakes and guides you through each decision with honesty and purpose. Whether you’re navigating internships, intelligence-related positions, or other federal employment we chart a clear course forward.


Your mission matters - and we help you take the first step.


If you’re ready to serve, we’re ready to help get you there.

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Our Ethos

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Integrity

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We provide honest, informed guidance grounded in real experience — never guesswork.

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Service

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Your goals matter. Our work is rooted in loyalty to mission, country, and client success.

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Commitment

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We walk alongside our clients through complex processes with consistency, care, and accountability.

A Career Built on Integrity, Service, and Commitment.

This is where your journey begins.

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| Step 01 | Strengthen

Strengthen the foundation of your application with expert guidance on résumé writing, career pathways, and interview techniques. We help you clarify your strengths, align your story, and understand what national security organizations are truly seeking in competitive candidates.

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| Step 02 | Navigate

Navigate interviews, suitability screenings, and security paperwork with confidence. From mock interviews to SF‑86 guidance and professional presence coaching, we help you approach high‑stakes moments with calm, clarity, and credibility.

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| Step 03 | Grow

For those seeking long‑term success, our mentorship and coaching packages provide end‑to‑end support through the application process and beyond. Designed for students, early‑career professionals, and career‑pivot candidates committed to service.

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Hi, I’m Stephanie Dorsey

I founded Compass Rose Consulting after a 28‑year career as a Senior Executive serving across CIA, DHS, and DIA. As a seasoned intelligence professional, trusted adviser, recruiter, and executive coach, I bring firsthand insight into intelligence operations, talent acquisition, and leadership development—along with a deep understanding of what it truly takes to succeed in this field.

As a woman‑owned small business, the mission of Compass Rose Consulting LLC is to help onboard the next generation of our nation’s first line of defense. I guide applicants with integrity, realism, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, so they can move forward with confidence, clarity, and purpose.

Compass Rose Consulting LLC is a boutique strategic advisory and career coaching firm specializing in helping clients navigate the national security career space by guiding them through the application landscape and move decisively toward their career goals.

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What people are saying about Compass Rose Consulting…

  • "I was fortunate to be connected with Stephanie through a mutual friend. Her extensive experience and strong network within the intelligence community provided valuable insight into a highly competitive and often opaque field, ultimately helping me get my foot in the door. Through her guidance and multiple rounds of practice, I significantly improved my communication skills, particularly in clarity, directness, and practical language. This preparation was instrumental in helping me navigate and complete a complex interview process. With Stephanie as my mentor, I have grown both in confidence and in my professional development."
    - Doug W.

  • "I had the privilege of working with Stephanie during my application process for a federal position, and her guidance was invaluable. As a Senior Executive, she brings extensive experience and a deep understanding of the federal application process. She provided clear insight, shared best practices, and offered thoughtful, grounded feedback that I applied directly to my application. Her support alleviated my concerns and gave me confidence and clarity at each stage of the process. Stephanie has been a trusted mentor and friend and I am deeply grateful for her support. I would highly recommend Stephanie to anyone seeking experienced guidance in the federal application process, career development, and leadership growth."
    - Anonymous

  • “There's nothing more nerve racking than applying to a federal job without any insider knowledge. Stephanie has been an amazing support, generously giving a listening ear and guiding advice through application seasons. Her expertise in the national security industry ensures that the advice you receive is sound, realistic, and reliable. She is great at meeting people where they are and making genuine connections.”
    - Sophia S.

  • Stephanie was an invaluable advisor during my transition from the private sector to government service on Capitol Hill. Her deep expertise in national security and the intelligence community helped me clearly position my background and prepare strategically for each stage of the interview process.

    Stephanie’s coaching style is practical, direct, and highly effective. She quickly identified the most compelling elements of my experience and helped me translate both my professional and personal story into clear, confident, and persuasive language. Her guidance gave me greater clarity, sharpened my interview responses, and significantly boosted my confidence.

    Thanks to Stephanie’s preparation and steady support, I performed exceptionally well in a panel interview and received a quick final offer. Her responsiveness, insight, and ability to guide you through a high-pressure job search truly set her apart. I am confident her coaching played a key role in helping me secure my current role. 
    -Kathryn

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It just has to be intentional.


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