BAH… interviewed for a “Senior” strategy position. 8 YOE, Secret Clearance, bunch of certs etc etc…they offered 105k Base HCOL. They said that’s their MAX!
I’m honestly surprised by that number. It’s WAY LOWER than we talked about in the initial interview.
Did I miss something, is this normal? Has anyone experienced this? I was excited about this role and performed well during the interview….🙁

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Respect yourself and ghost them entirely. Also, was this in the industry?

Edit: Looks like the HR at BAH had too much Booze.

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Thank you for re-fueling my confidence! Lol Seriously! I believe that’s the route I’m going to take. Im also interviewing with Deloitte and PWC, they just seem to move at a snails pace.

Im not sure if I understand your question. The role role was aligned to “corporate strategy”, seemed to take on a generalist perspective. I tried to ask questions early on, but never got a clear answer.

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I have friends getting offers of 170K at BAH with 5 years of experience. Although it is in cyber and with a TS/SCI with CI Poly. They are LOW balling you.

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Yeaaa…I hear ya! Thanks for the insight!
The journey continues!

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gahdamn BAH lowballed me but not that badly

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Yea…I was excited to get the call, then they told me the numbers and my stomach just dropped.

I felt like they were almost kidding,after spending so much time interviewing, talking about what’s expected, how I meet all their expectations etc.

Live and learn I guess, on to the next one! 🫡

You should ask for at least 250K… ideally 300K. BAH is dumb

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Wow I can kinda relate. It’s not lower than my current comp but it’s at par / not a big increase. Also told me it is “senior” for a high YOE etc. I don’t think it makes sense to leave for a role in industry unless they give you 40% more and also guarantee a trajectory to the next level of comp in x years depending on your seniority

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Hi OP,

If it’s lower than talked ask them if they consider what the position should generally pay?
If the answer is yes, walk away.

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