In category: Recruiting
OFCCP Compliance for Federal Contractors: The Hiring Rules That Bind Every Cleared Req
Executive Order 11246 governed how federal contractors hired from 1965 onward. On January 21, 2025, Executive Order 14173 revoked it. The affirmative-action program most recruiters and FSOs mean when they say "OFCCP compliance," the one built on race and sex, is now gone. A 90-da… more
FSO Requirements for a Cleared Contractor: Who Must Appoint One, and What They Actually Have to Do
Procedures. Security training and briefings. Determination of access. Reporting requirements. Information system security. Those five categories were roughly 82 percent of every open security vulnerability the Defense Counterintelligence and Security Agency carried across cleared… more
Cleared Recruiting Challenges: Diverse Locations, Salary Constraints, and Brand Visibility
Recruiting for security-cleared roles is never a one-size-fits-all effort. Whether you’re trying to fill positions in under-the-radar locations, attract candidates despite budget limitations, or stand out in a crowded market, each scenario demands a unique strategy. Behind… more
Your 2024 Recruitment Recap: Attract, Engage, and Retain Cleared Candidates
The recruitment world may be evolving with new tools and AI innovations, but 2024 showed us that the core principles of hiring remain unshaken. Tried-and-true strategies like clear communication, building strong relationships, and staying responsive remain the bedrock of eff… more
DoD Contracts: ManTech, GDIT, Northrop Grumman, Week of 11-12-24 to 11-15-24
11/12 AIR FORCE General Dynamics Information Technology Inc., Falls Church, Virginia, was awarded a ceiling $5,570,000,000 indefinite-delivery/indefinite-quantity contract for mission partner environment operations, maintenance, and sustainment. This contract provides … more