Hey all,

I'm currently a GS-13 non-supervisor engineer (DoD) in the DMV area. I got two offers within the past week for a non-sup GS-14 (non-DoD) in Baltimore and an overseas non-sup GS-12 (DoD) for Italy.

It's been really hard to decide as both positions are something I've been trying to get into for years and the offers just dropped concurrently. What would you take? For reference, I'm single, mid-thirties, no kids, and currently rent/am not a homeowner. I also get return rights to my 13 if I take the 12.

Reveived TJO and the onboard link for USAStaffing. I was checking to see if a status changed, and ended up re-reading question 3 on the employment background section

During the last 5 years, have you been fired from any job for any reason, did you quit after being told that you would be fired, did you leave any job by mutual agreement because of specific problems, or were you debarred from Federal employment by the Office of Personnel Management or any other Federal agency?

I went through mediation and received a settlement from a state agency that included a resignation in lieu of termination. I responded “No” to the question. I misinterpreted it as only for federal employment, and at the time thought I wasn’t technically fired under the agreement.

Should I reach out to the HR person handling my onboarding, saying that I need change my answer to the employment background questionaire after re-reading the question?

Does HR or hiring manager make the decision on what grade to bring someone on as?

I was found tentatively eligible for 2 grades, one lateral and one promotion. My experience fits well and I did well in the interview and got the TO. I received it for the lateral but after interviewing and learning about the role I feel confident in my abilities to do the role at the promotion potential. I’d just like to know who am I going to have to try to convince to sign me on at the higher grade.

As the title shows I have an interview Tuesday. Posting this to ask if anyone has any tips or can just overall give me an overview of what to expect. Any thing helps thanks

Last year, I applied for a lot of different jobs, from interpretation to biological science technician (currently going to school for wildlife biology). A lot of the jobs have since been marked as "hiring complete," except for most of the ones in the intermountain area. This year, I was able to apply for all of these jobs within my expected grade before the deadline, but I'm curious when you find out if you've even been referred, or if they just contact you. Hoping someone who got one of those jobs last year (or got an interview) could share a rough timeline. Thank you in advance!

Is it a good idea to accept an EOD just after the midterms (Nov 16th) or just request for it to be pushed back to Nov 1. Am asking because am scared about a potential/possible shutdown which could affect me starting the new job. this is not a probationary position.

HR is giving me a EOD of Nov 16th which is after the midterms election. Am just worried it.

Should i request an earlier EOD for Nov 1?

Thanks

I recently applied to entry level wildland positions and there was a long list of available locations. I'm already set to relocate at the drop of a hat, but I wanted to put more locations than the seven I was allowed to select. Can I submit another application with a different set of locations or is that a bad look/not allowed. I'd hate to miss out on a good opportunity if it wasn't in the original seven I picked.

Has anyone received a notification saying they are ineligible for the crisis responder position.

I have more than a years worth of specialized experience as a crisis worker and meet all the requirements.

I also just interviewed for the position back in July so it doesn't make any sense.

CSOSA - Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency

I saw the announcement for this position and was interested.

I'm looking for as much information on the Court Services and Offender Supervision Agency as possible. It's for a possible employment opportunity.

Any past, present, or future employees that can weigh in and tell me more about this agency and the Pros and Cons?

Also welcome any info from anyone who worked alongside them or were supervised by them.

Thank you.

How long did it take to receive an offer after your final interview, and how long after accepting the offer did you start?

I am currently GS-11, I’ve completed 12 months total (3, 120 day TLPs at GS-12). Can I lateral into a GS-11/12 career ladder position? I’ve heard both yes and no and yes, but only because I have the time in grade from the TLPs. Any info that I can cite?

Job posting for Homeland Defender says to include Supervisor name and number….

HOWEVER! USAjobs resume builder took out the Supervisor block for each work experience (so can’t put it unless in another section, OPM guidance on 2pg resumes does not require it, and everywhere I look people saying not required…

Consensus? Was the job post just standard copy/paste by HR that was never updated?

Good morning, everyone. As the title suggests, wondering if anyone here ever worked at the LRC for the 407th AFSB at Fort Hood. Saw they’re hiring for Motor Vehicle Operator and wondering on if anyone had any idea on what the hours are/work schedule and if I would need to have a CDL before applying, or if I can still apply with a regular drivers license and the agency will help me get my CDL? (Among other things, it also states that “Incumbent must obtain and maintain a current commercial driver's license” and I’m interpreting it as I need to obtain a CDL while working in that position, if I’m not mistaken). Appreciate the feedback in advance!

Hi everyone,

I’m planning to do a Master’s in cybersecurity and I’d really like to hear from people already working in the field before I commit.

A few questions:

1. How is IT/cybersecurity going for you? Are you happy with the career, the workload, the pay, and the day-to-day work?
2. Is a Master’s worth it? Did you get your first job with a Master’s, or did certifications and experience matter more?
3. How hard is it to land an entry-level job after graduating? I keep reading that the market is tough for juniors, and I want an honest picture.
4. What should I do during the Master’s (internships, home labs, CTFs, certs like Security+ or eJPT) to be employable by graduation?
5. Which roles are realistic starting points? SOC analyst, junior pentester, GRC, something else?
6. Is it possible to go from Germany to the USA? If I study and work in Germany first, is it realistic to move to the US later for a cybersecurity job? What routes exist (work visas, intracompany transfers, other options), and how hard is it in practice? Has anyone here done it?

I’d appreciate any advice, including the blunt kind. Thanks in advance!