If You Are Looking for/Interested In Working With The Federal Government...Come In. Positions Availa

WrightOne86 said:
Yup, my last company I was at, started out the back of his garage with like 3-4 friends of his. They received awards for INC's 100/500 fastest growing private companies ( I think that is what the plaques had). Multiple years. Fast forward 10 years and he had a company with over 350+ people and sold it to ManTech for $85 mil cash :smokin

Edit: He was smart with it too. Started a real estate company and bought the building that the company was based in a "SCIF" the space off and started talks with GMU about being a remote site in another part as well. Signed like a 10 year contract for the space before he sold it to ManTech and they stuck to it. He still makes like $30k/month or something just off of the rent of the space :lol:

His kids worked there too and when they went to college, he wrote it off as he was paying for an employee to go to college :lol: :smokin
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Very nice. Good ol' Mantech. Ha. People will pay big dollars for the entrepreneurial mind.
 
twizzi said:
i wish there was something in the Li Ny area but this thread is a gem good looks on the opportunity
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No worries. I'll keep it updated as best as I can. I am a one man shop and am spread pretty thin, that's why if NT or those who care help me lighten my load and lend a hand in helping me and my charitable ventures/causes...I'll have more time to look at resumes, provide advice, speak to people, meet people for discussions, etc.



Dathbgboy said:
Man, at this point I'll move to DC/VA for a good federal gig. My thing is the experience. That's a hump I have trouble getting over
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They have internships and junior positions all over the DC/MD/VA area. No shortage of those.
 
thenewjs23 said:
GOOD THREAD
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Thank you. If you ever want to show any appreciation....all I ask is that you check out the thread about my late brother and like/share/support the two facebook pages for my charitable causes and their accompanied YouTube Videos.

I was able to land one local friend/former NTer (not sure if he still goes on here) a position on a DLA/DISA Contract making $70K a year. His resume was solid, there was an opening, and I "interviewed" him myself.


This is not smoke and mirrors. I am genuinely trying to help others and pay it forward....regardless of any banter/debates over my 13 year tenure with anyone back in the Music/Sports/General/JB Forums. Thanks. :smokin




DipsetGeneral said:
Damn nothing in my area.
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What is your area? PM me or hit me on email. I/We have a lot more positions that I didn't post yet. We win work on a weekly basis, new proposals (that I write/help submit/bid on), and other openings open up.

Fear not.
 
USAJOBS is good you just have to know what you are doing. The system rejects alot before a human even sees them. Blanks and incomplete info are automatic rejected. The system automatically matches words from your profile with KSA's. If you dont have those matches you will get rejected.


The following PDF should help with filling out the applications.


[ATTACHMENT=3511]ksawritingandfederalresumes_studentworkshop.pdf (4,226k. pdf file)[/ATTACHMENT]


I work in government as well but I never really went through the process. I had a connect coming out the military. I am now starting over and having to teach myself this stuff all over again.
 
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thenewjs23 said:
USAJOBS is good you just have to know what you are doing. The system rejects alot before a human even sees them. Blanks and incomplete info are automatic rejected. The system automatically matches words from your profile with KSA's. If you dont have those matches you will get rejected.


The following PDF should help with filling out the applications.


[ATTACHMENT=3511]ksawritingandfederalresumes_studentworkshop.pdf (4,226k. pdf file)[/ATTACHMENT]


I work in government as well but I never really went through the process. I had a connect coming out the military. I am now starting over and having to teach myself this stuff all over again.
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Exactly. Most applications to vacancies never make it to HR because they are incomplete, missing documentaion (transcripts, SF-50s, resumes, etc.). You must go above and beyond if it is something you truly want. Contact the HR Specialist or POC on the Vacancy Announcement to ensure and confirm receipt. Separate yourself from others so you are not just a name on a piece of paper.

Follow through with what you start and don't wait until the last minute. You are competing for one or two positions against thousands....so getting an interview or an email/call from someone is a great step!
 
JesusShuttlesworth34 said:
Exactly. Most applications to vacancies never make it to HR because they are incomplete, missing documentaion (transcripts, SF-50s, resumes, etc.). You must go above and beyond if it is something you truly want. Contact the HR Specialist or POC on the Vacancy Announcement to ensure and confirm receipt. Separate yourself from others so you are not just a name on a piece of paper.

Follow through with what you start and don't wait until the last minute. You are competing for one or two positions against thousands....so getting an interview or an email/call from someone is a great step!
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With that said, make sure you fill out everything and all the right boxes are checked. If they ask for something send it. You can't half mass the apps, they need to be filled out to the T. Some of my coworkers full time job was filling out apps and creating resumes before they got on. Resumes are not one size fit all either, you may have to change your resume for each position cause they tend to have different stuff and you will need to make sure your stuff matches.
 
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• A clear understanding of DNS and networking
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• Experience with Apache web server
• In-depth knowledge of JBoss installed on a Windows platform
• Scripting experience in PowerShell, VB and Batch programming
• The ability to write and implement technical procedures for documentation, hand off to other teams and coordinate implementation
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• Have the ability to update cron and shell scripts
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• Experience with Appian advantageous
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Provides support for the escalation and communication of status to management and internal customers. Provides support for the application and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process.
The candidate can expect to start with these skills and grow into more responsibilities.
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Client: FDA
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Position will support the Consumer Product Safety Commission in Bethesda, MD

Three positions will be open: junior to senior levels
Security clearance preferred, but not required
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I will be writing an extensive personal document for my own/career/case and may not be too responsive this week. Need to find some good vibes and writing here to win this one.


Thanks in advance.
 
I got tied up these last couple of months moving across country and finishing up three clearance cases.


I'm currently out in Arizona near Luke Air Force Base and hope to provide updates/assistance in the near future.


Thanks in advance.
 
Good thread man! 
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JesusShuttlesworth34 said:
Another Opening we are looking to fill:

System Administrator

Demonstrated system administration experience, to include providing day-to-day engineering support, overseeing all system administration functions,
Requirements:
The candidate will need:
• At least 5 years of experience working with Windows Server environments
• A clear understanding of DNS and networking
• The ability to troubleshoot Windows-based errors and problems, including network port conflicts, antivirus and patching
• Experience with Apache web server
• In-depth knowledge of JBoss installed on a Windows platform
• Scripting experience in PowerShell, VB and Batch programming
• The ability to write and implement technical procedures for documentation, hand off to other teams and coordinate implementation
• An understanding of the core UNIX/Linux commands
• Have the ability to update cron and shell scripts
• Experience with Apache and JBoss on UNIX systems
• Experience with Appian advantageous
Provides support for implementation, troubleshooting and maintenance of Information Technology (IT) systems. Manages IT system infrastructure and any processes related to these systems. Provides support to IT systems, including day-to-day operations, monitoring and problem resolution for all of the client/server/storage/network devices. Provides Tier 1 (Help Desk) and Tier 2 (Escalation) problem identification, diagnosis and resolution of problems.
Configures and manages UNIX and Windows operating systems and installs/loads operating system software, troubleshoots, maintains integrity and configures network components along with implementing operating systems enhancements to improve reliability and performance.
Provides support for the escalation and communication of status to management and internal customers. Provides support for the application and hardware problems and remains involved in the resolution process.
The candidate can expect to start with these skills and grow into more responsibilities.
Education: Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline required.
Location Rockville, MD
Client: FDA
Security Clearance: Able to obtain Public Trust
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This is exactly the type of position my Cisco Security NET is for. If only I was a bit older. Good looks op.
 
Rare said:
This is exactly the type of position my Cisco Security NET is for. If only I was a bit older. Good looks op.
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No worries. I hope to really reach the target 21-30 year old audience or anyone who is just finishing college and lost/looking for what to do next.


I remember a lot of classmates in college finishing and feeling ecstatic but having no clue on what to do with their degree or how to start paying off those student loans.

I hope this serves as some sort of open forum with guidance and advisement.

I'll try to keep it current with positions and leads for a variety of fields.


Thanks in advance.
 
https://www.usajobs.gov/GetJob/ViewDetails/352981300




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Solid entry level internship/position for those still in school.
 
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It's nice of you to keep doing this for NT. I know from experience that getting a federal job is harder than most anticipate, especially going through the application process on USAjobs.gov. I probably applied to more than 150 openings on USAjobs.gov and only a handful of times was able to have my application go to the hiring manager.

It really comes down to have some sort of connection to the agency/department you're applying to, or have Veteran status or a current security clearance.
 
wsdesigner14 said:
It's nice of you to keep doing this for NT. I know from experience that getting a federal job is harder than most anticipate, especially going through the application process on USAjobs.gov. I probably applied to more than 150 openings on USAjobs.gov and only a handful of times was able to have my application go to the hiring manager.

It really comes down to have some sort of connection to the agency/department you're applying to, or have Veteran status or a current security clearance.
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No worries.


That is a popular notion/stigma, but not entirely true. Obviously it helps to know someone who can see your resume to the HR Manager/Specialist or put in a word to the Division Chief and get you an interview, but it is not the only way. Vets Preference does help, but there are enough jobs (depending on the location) to land one.


It can definitely be a frustrating process and often times the hard work and time put in goes unnoticed and unrewarded. It might take 100 apps to get one interview.


These intern programs are a great way to get into Federal Service. Not many jobs out of college will pay you $40,000 with three $10,000 raises in the first three years.

Once you get your foot in the door as an intern/SCEP/STEP/federal service employee or even a contractor....the sky is the limit.

If you have any questions or need a hand with something....let me know.
 
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