Currently at 105 base at D GPS (Fed) as a second year SC. Worth jumping to another big 4 this year? Have a TS clearance and non target mba, about 6 years exp

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Depending on years of experience I’d say that sounds about right. You’re only worth a premium for a TS if the firm can bill against it

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