Federal, Government, and Public Sector

HAPPY FISCAL NEW YEAR!!!

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We had a team interview with a candidate, per the candidate's request. During our conversations we discovered that we share a common previous employer. I still have fr… more

Do you have to be an US citizen to apply to most of the federal jobs? I’m Canadian and have been having trouble getting past the CV stage even with referrals.. also the postings says open to other co… more

So about that Carasoft raid…

Where can I do mental health related work that isn’t the federal government?

Anywhere hiring for non-tech roles requiring a FSP?

How will your job change or be affected (if at all) by the results of the presidential election? I honestly don't think mine will much, although I guess there might be some hirings and firings way… more

I feel like I don't work with any other women. Before I was a consultant I worked with lots of women in HR, but now I feel like it's me and a bunch of men at the company I've been at for a… more

Product Managers - do you have any typical 30-60-90+ day “must dos” or action plans when joining a new firm or new contract? Looking for Federal/DoD advice if we’re feeling specific. I’m a fast learni… more

I bought a OnePlus Open and I was excited to get it up and running, only to find out that it isn't supported on my company's BYOD policy. Unfortunately there is not an accessible page on restr… more

Does anyone work as an 1102 for GSA? If so, what was the onboarding experience like and what are all the steps you had to take? Also, what level of security clearance did you need?

Hi All,

I received an interview for the APS4 Project Support Officer position at the Department of Defence. Would anyone here be able to provide advice or tips on how to ace the interview and what potential questi… more

Hello! I am currently a Contract Manager (Sr. Procurement Officer) wanting to break through to Federal Procurement. I am looking and have applied to Contract Specialist and Purchasing Agent positions … more

Is anyone hiring FSP-cleared non-technical roles?

Does Kearney & Company provide severance pay?

I want to find a similar position that I was just contacted as…healthcare data MEPS army?
It was a successful start up project.

What are the chances Congress prevent a government shutdown this year? With the election coming up and everything being in such upheaval this year a shutdown wouldn't even surprise me at this point. I think with … more

For those working in the Federal Government, do you like your health insurance options?

Are they affordable for those starting out and is it easy to find doctors who take your insurance?

I’m being offered a bargaining unit GS 14 position. I’m currently remote but the position is two days a pay period and leadership does not offer remote agreements. I’m hearing the rumors of potential… more

What do you think of this business with Trump and the employee at Arlington National Cemetary? I think it's horrible they're trying to blame a singular employee as if it wasn't against the… more

Being offered $240k at IBM for a Band 9 role (TS/SCI w poly). I have no understanding of their structure so just seeing if that is on par for their hierarchy?

How much severance would you need to voluntarily leave your position without having another one lined up? What if the other option was having a high probability of being let go in future layoffs? I… more

What is the latest we are hearing for a general pay raise? Still 2%? How does that impact people in acqdemo?

Advice plz. I was hired as Senior Associate a couple of years ago & didn’t mind a lesser/lateral position since I was at a small firm & significantly underpaid. I’ve been an agency site lead… more

Have you dealt with inappropriate behavior while working for the federal government? I thought I would've been done with this kind of stuff after I left private sector security, but there's ba… more

Can you get a federal position with green card or does most technology roles require a citizenship at the minimum?

Might be making a long term move to Booz, can anyone from there shed light on average salaries for the following levels (Lead Associate, Senior Associate, Principal)?

Looking for FEHP medical insurance recommendations. Family of 5, relatively healthy, good mental health benefits. In NOVA.

If I’m being offered step 1 in my GS level but they told me to “pick another number within my GS scale” for negotiations … should I just shoot my shot and go for step 10?