I have an array of experience in cyber/IT security, but the role I’ve now been at for over half a year now seems to be siloing me into A-123. I enjoy the program mgmt & strategy side of things. How

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do I make the shift to get back into that, or at least have a mixture of both? Seems like it’s not easily possible at my firm. I was at smaller firms beforehand, so I’m trying to gain an understand what would be a smart move/am seeking any advice. Thank you!

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Since you’re at Guidehouse you’re going to have to network hard and consider burning a bridge to get to a cooler project. They’re like pulling teeth in regards to project flexibility, particularly in NatSec

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It is like pulling teeth. Should I just look elsewhere?

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Network! Reach out to Directors and Managers who have work that you are interested in. If there is a “sponsor” or somebody willing to take you on, the conversation is much easier and grounded in reality than just sitting down with your leadership asking for a change.

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A-123 is the biggest pigeonhole ever. Once they see you can do A-123 you’ll be doing it forever

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