Monthly Archives: February 2012
Q&A ~ How do I get into information research jobs if I lack academic or military experience?
by Bill G.
CEO, IntelligenceCareers.com
Question: What if you are a pretty well read individual but lack college / military experience and want to enter into the information gathering sector what should you do?
Answer: Without college or military service it is more than just difficult to get into the intelligence side of information gathering.
My recommendation is to seek out a local community college that offers certification in information sciences, open source intelligence (OSINT) research, and technical writing.
You should also consider joining several professional organizations that are focused on areas that you have interest in, getting to know the members, and volunteering to write articles for the organization newsletter or magazine. People need to see your research, logic and writing in action.
Be sure to set up a blog along the way so you can highlight your research and writing ability. Have a page on your blog that tells readers that you are always willing to freelance topical research and to contact you for rates. I recommend using WordPress to establish your blog ~ it is free, simple to use, and comes with many options as you need them.
You should also consider freelance writing for online news organizations such as Yahoo News, The Huffington Post, and many others.
Along the way your research, logic and writing should speak for itself and you will end up where you want to be without the need for military service or seeking a full degree.
Best regards,
Bill G.
CEO, IntelligenceCareers.com
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Q&A ~ Am a Research Chemist. How do I get into Intelligence and/or HUMINT?
by Bill G.
CEO, IntelligenceCareers.com
Question: I am interested in transitioning from a career in research chemistry to a career within the intelligence community. I have been studying and reading as much as I can about the intel field, but I lack any direct education or experience in the field. What is the best way to enter the field? I am most interested in HUMINT. How do I cross over from science to intel?
Answer: There are several different answers to your question depending upon perspective.
HUMINT – there is no easy way for you to crossover into Human Intelligence (HUMINT) without first joining the military and receiving formal training in this field. There are jobs perhaps where you will work with HUMINT professionals, such as in counter-IED research and testing, that could lead you into a parallel path that is HUMINT-centric.
Intelligence Analyst – as for being a military intelligence analyst see my advice about HUMINT. However, there are indeed opportunities to put your chemist background to work as a Subject Matter Expert (SME).
Someone, somewhere is looking for a chemist, or perhaps some other aspect of your background to work as an intelligence analyst.
Industry and government often hires SME intelligence analysts. Important: you must bring your knowledge with you. Seldom is training or education provided up front, except for organizational indoctrination.
Make Google your friend: search for defense industry chemist chemistry and you will begin to find a new world of opportunities.
Chemistry – Once you have identified who needs chemists in the defense world then begin to build a list of organizations and companies that use chemists. Visit their websites and put your resume out there.
Since you will be crossing over to their world then become familiar enough with their world and buzzwords that your resume echoes their needs for chemists.
Your Future: Quite possibly your future lives within the realm of JIEDDO.
JIEDDO = The Joint IED Defeat Organization.
JIEDDO is focused on six areas: driving down the effectiveness of IED attacks; homemade explosives, primarily made from fertilizer; the threat to dismounted operations in Afghanistan; the transition from coalition security to the Iraqi government; working toward a whole-of-government approach to resolve the challenges associated with IEDs; and on the resurgence of improvised rocket-aided munitions in Iraq.
With easy access to commercial technologies, Internet training and the ability to either make or obtain explosive materials, IEDs continue to provide the enemy an inexpensive, stand-off, precision weapons systems with near total anonymity.
This is a low-tech weapon that is very much a weapon of the future.
Once again you should make Google a friend of yours and search on this criteria: jieddo chemist chemistry.
Summary: Intelligence professionals are focused on who, what, when, where, why and how. Within the world of JIEDDO you have a future in intelligence … and taking that first step down the path of intelligence often leads to many other areas once you get behind the green door.
Best regards,
Bill G.
CEO, IntelligenceCareers.com
aka DefenseCareers.com, USADefenseIndustryJobs.com and USAJobZoo.com
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Leading Futurist Predicts What’s Next
SAN FRANCISCO, CA /PRNewswire/ ~ Leading futurist, author and business adviser Dr. James Canton, CEO, Institute for Global Futures, has released a report on the top global trends for 2012. The Global Futures Forecast 2012 is an annual trend report that predicts the newest developments coming in the year. Organizations worldwide use this yearly forecast as a barometer for what challenges, risks and strategies may emerge in the marketplace and society.
The Global Futures Forecast 2012 uses a proprietary forecasting platform called Trend Trakker to combine research analysis, interviews, crowd sourcing and expert opinions to produce the findings in the report.
The Global Futures Forecast 2012 examines the future of the Internet, workforce, manufacturing, mobility, climate change, cybersecurity, water and innovation as key drivers of change this year.
“Agility will be a top challenge this year for all organizations,” stated Dr. James Canton, author and CEO of Institute for Global Futures. “We are predicting that fast and disruptive changes will be both an opportunity for growth and competitive advantage as well as a great risk.” Companies that plan now for the challenges of this year forecast by Dr. Canton will be able to adapt, learn and navigate the social, economic and technological changes that are coming. “Fast change, hyper-competition and explosive innovations may catch organizations unprepared,” asserts Dr. Canton.
Quantum computing, extreme mobility, the semantic web and cloud computing are four game-changing innovations cited by the global trends report. Dr. Canton’s research indicates that: “Radical innovations will lead the key disruptions business will face this year. Many companies are not future-ready to meet the global challenges that will emerge.”
The full report can be downloaded free from http://www.FutureGuru.com.
The Institute for Global Futures is a San Francisco think tank that advises the global Fortune 100 and governments on trends.
Dr. James Canton, futurist, adviser, is the author of the Extreme Future and Technofutures.
SOURCE Institute for Global Futures
Web Site: http://www.futureguru.com
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General Dynamics Delivers High~Performance Imaging Solutions Via New Division ~ Global Imaging Technologies
FAIRFAX, VA /PRNewswire/ ~ General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems has created a new organization, General Dynamics Global Imaging Technologies, to deliver high-performance imaging solutions to defense, homeland security, law enforcement and commercial customers worldwide. Building on its unique portfolio of electro-optical infrared (EO/IR) cameras, precision optical components, motion control products and stabilized high-definition (HD) gimbals, General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems is now able to offer integrated solutions to the most-demanding customer challenges for long-range infrared and high-definition imaging systems.
The sophisticated solutions offered by General Dynamics Global Imaging Technologies are found in applications that demand the finest optical surfaces, highest accuracy image stabilization and tightest motion control tolerances, such as remotely operated weapons systems, long-range surveillance cameras and highly precise imaging telescopes. Customers include U.S. military, homeland security and law enforcement agencies, international customers requiring aerial and perimeter surveillance applications, systems integrators and broadcast and film production companies.
“As we continue to expand on General Dynamics Global Imaging Technologies’ programs, products and solutions, customers will benefit from our more fully integrated portfolio of end-to-end imagery offerings,” said Lou Von Thaer, president of General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems.
The acquisition of Axsys Technologies in 2009 expanded General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems’ portfolio of offerings to include high-performance EO/IR camera systems and components, and also offers a platform for introducing advanced new technologies from across the General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems business.
“As we establish this new division, we are building on decades of experience in providing reliable, high-precision optics and camera systems to our customers,” said Bob McGill, vice president and general manager of General Dynamics Global Imaging Technologies. “This heritage of customer service and innovation will continue at General Dynamics Global Imaging Technologies as we produce innovative new capabilities such as our IronSight camera systems that enhance the warfighter’s ability to perform their missions successfully and more efficiently.”
General Dynamics will also introduce a new naming convention for its cameras, camera systems and pan/tilt systems to allow customers to more easily identify the proven solutions that meet their mission needs. General Dynamics Global Imaging Technologies will also continue the production of the Cineflex brand of cameras that have been utilized in productions such as the BBC’s Planet Earth, the opening and closing ceremonies at the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics and countless motion pictures and television shows.
For more information about General Dynamics Global Imaging Technologies, please visit www.gd-imaging.com.
For more information about General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems, please visit www.gd-ais.com.
More information about General Dynamics is available online at www.generaldynamics.com.
SOURCE General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems
CONTACT: Media: Jennifer Montesano, General Dynamics Advanced Information Systems, Investors: Amy Gilliland, General Dynamics
Web Site: http://www.gd-ais.com
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HOT JOB ~ Unisys.NET Developer Job ~ Albany, New York
Unisys.NET Developer Job
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Unisys
.NET Developer Job JN: 255972
Job Description
Job Title:.NET Developer Job ID:255972 Location: US-New York-Albany Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary:Regular
Day to Day Work
Unisys is a worldwide information technology company. We provide a portfolio of IT services, software, and technology that solves critical problems for clients. We specialize in helping clients secure their operations, increase the efficiency and utilization of their data centers, enhance support to their end users and constituents, and modernize their enterprise applications. To provide these services and solutions, we bring together offerings and capabilities in outsourcing services, systems integration and consulting services, infrastructure services, maintenance services, and high-end server technology. With approximately 23,000 employees, Unisys serves commercial organizations and government agencies throughout the world.
Qualifying developer is responsible for the design and development of the application.
The role is responsible for:
· Design of web pages and page navigations in Microsoft .net environments. Should be able to identify .Net provided web controls that best fits the UI requirements.
· CSS
· Ability to design and create user interface templates that can be used by UI developers
· Ability to create UI prototypes and demonstrate them
· Ability to create/configure/program .Net provided UI classes/controls (to fit them to UI requirements)
· Ability to interface UI with Web service components
· Good working knowledge to use Collections , XML, datasets to populate UI elements
· Ability to create UI prototypes and demonstrate them
Required Skills:
· Visual Studio 2008 IDE, C#, HTML, Java Script, Oracle PL/SQL, Webservice Development.
· Good Communication Skills, Excellent Analytical Skills, willing to learn new technologies.
· Bachelors or Masters Degree in Computer Science or Mathematics is required.
· We are looking for candidate with 2-3 years of Exp in .NET development
Unisys offers a very competitive benefits package including health insurance coverage from first day of employment, a 401k with an immediately vested company match, excellent vacation and educational benefits. To learn more about Unisys visit us at www.Unisys.com. Unisys is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE).
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HOT JOB ~ Senior Web Developer Job ~ Santa Clara, California
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Senior Web Developer Job JN: 249219
Job Description
Job Title:Senior Web Developer Job ID:249219 Location: US-California-Santa Clara Full/Part Time: Full-Time Regular/Temporary:Regular
Day to Day Work
Summary:
The Senior Web Developer is responsible for developing the functional requirements, web applications, associated testing, training, implementation, and support artifacts specific to the web application portfolio in close collaboration with the business domain and business subject matter experts. The senior web developer must be familiar with the industry web-related standard concepts, practices, and procedures. Act as a subject matter expert in relation to the web development and support the Web practice. Define and implement industry standard practices for web development and maintenance per the Customer web strategy plan. Develop, implement, and maintain web-based applications as well intranet SharePoint sites.
Responsibilities:
Technical
Act as the Web practice technical and team lead reporting the Applications Manager onsite. Work effectively with Application Manager and the client Web Manager in planning work activities for the web practice team. Maintain and administer the web servers. Monitor and troubleshoot websites. Receive Service Requests relating to fixes, fails, and proposed web-based application changes. Perform initial troubleshooting and support identification of root cause of Incidents. Escalate Incidents to third party vendors as required. Follow through on processing Incidents and drive resolution with the relevant third party vendor as appropriate. Produce timely Incident reports documenting system downtime. Develop and maintain technical and operational procedure and work instruction documentation. Analyze business requirements for the web application suite fixes, fails, and enhancements. Define and document the technical web design as required to meet the web practice objectives for modifications/process enhancements. Construct the web application or enhancement per the technical design. Complete the web application testing and plan and coordinate the user acceptance testing. Provide source code maintenance. Follow change control procedures. Proactively provide thought leadership and solutions for the improvement of websites. Coordinate the implementation of web-based application suite enhancements with the Customer business units and third party vendors. Remain abreast of industry trends and applicable technologies such as scripting, security issues, authoring tools, and new languages.
Customer Interface
Act as a liaison between the Customer and any third party vendors. Create and track Service Requests from inception to completion. Create and track enhancement requests from inception to completion, create test cases for enhancements, and coordinate and conduct user acceptance testing. Build strong and trusted relationships with Customer stakeholders in order to be viewed as a technical thought leader for Customer IT. Meet with key stakeholders on a regular basis. Provide status reports on a regular basis that demonstrate delivery according to service level agreements. Communicate challenges and opportunities proactively and consistently to drive business performance.
Technical & Behavioral Skills
Skills (Required):
~ Five (5) years hands on experience as a senior web developer required
~ Knowledge of the web application domain
~ Strong interpersonal skills
~ Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills
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U.S. Intelligence Agencies Virtual Career Fair ~ March 6th, 2012
The United States Intelligence Community (IC) invites you to attend the third annual IC Virtual Career Fair – a free online event – on Tuesday, March 6, 2012, from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m. (Eastern). Space is limited. To guarantee entrance, pre-registration is highly encouraged. Reserve your spot today!
Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about IC careers and get tips on how to apply for positions. From the comfort of your computer, you can:
- Visit IC agencies’ virtual booths
- Chat with recruiters in real-time (event day only)
- Link to IC agency Web sites to apply to positions online
- Network with other job seekers
- Attend presentations
- Hundreds of Opportunities
You’ll find jobs in the following disciplines, mostly in the Washington, D.C./Baltimore, MD, metropolitan area:
- Business/Contracting and Acquisitions/Financial Management
- Clandestine Services
- Computer Science/Computer Engineering/Electrical Engineering
- Cybersecurity/Information Assurance/Computer Forensics
- Engineering and Physical Science
- >> Foreign Languages — Language Analysts/Instructors/Contract Translators
- Information Technology
- Intelligence Analysis — Economic, Cultural, Imagery, Military and Regional
- Program Management
- Security/Police Officers
- Student Intern Program Positions
Sneak Preview and On Demand! Registration is your virtual ticket not only to the event, but also to a limited sneak preview day on March 5 and a 2-week on-demand period March 7-21.
At the sneak preview, you’ll be able to familiarize yourself with the show environment and download informational materials ahead of time.
The on-demand period lets you come back to the show at your leisure to collect the materials you gathered or review presentations and other information. Plus, if you know you won’t be available on event day, register anyway to attend the show during the on-demand period.
Chat-with-recruiter functionality will only be available on event day.
Exhibitors The following agencies will be participating in the IC Virtual Career Fair:
- Central Intelligence Agency (CIA)
- Defense Intelligence Agency (DIA)
- FBI Language Services Section
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA)
- National Security Agency (NSA)
- National Virtual Translation Center (NVTC)
Accessibility If you are unable to attend the IC Virtual Career Fair, or have difficulty with some components of the virtual environment using accessibility software (e.g., screen reading software, live-captioning services), please visit the agency Web sites listed above for more information and to apply online.
IC agencies are Equal Opportunity Employers. All applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, or status as a parent.
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SAIC Awarded Contract for Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Defense Programs
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MCLEAN, VA /PRNewswire/ ~ Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) (NYSE: SAI) announced today it was awarded a prime contract by the Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear, Chemical, and Biological Defense Programs (OASD [NCB]) to provide professional, technical, analytical and executive-level administrative services in support of the OASD (NCB) and other components of the Department of Defense (DoD). The blanket purchase agreement (BPA) has a one-year base period of performance, four one-year options, and a contract ceiling value of $95 million if all options are exercised. Work will be performed primarily in the National Capital Region.
The OASD (NCB) is the principal advisor to the Secretary of Defense for all matters concerning DoD nuclear weapons, chemical demilitarization, chemical / biological / radiological / nuclear (CBRN) defense, cooperative threat reduction and arms control. It is also directly responsible to the Secretary and Deputy Secretary, and Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology and Logistics (AT&L) in matters associated with the Nation’s overall security objectives. Under the contract, SAIC will provide professional, technical, analytical and executive-level administrative services as required, including: nuclear-related technical assessments; improvement of processes and productivity; and providing management and integration of programs and projects internal to or between federal agencies. SAIC is one of three contractors eligible to compete for task orders under this contract.
“We look forward to continuing to provide critical policy, technical analysis and advisory support services to enable the OASD (NCB) to achieve mission success across the breadth of its roles and responsibilities mission set, to include sustaining a safe, secure, and effective nuclear deterrent and countering the threat from nuclear terrorism and nuclear proliferation,” said Tom Watson, SAIC senior vice president and acting business unit general manager.
About SAIC
SAIC is a FORTUNE 500® scientific, engineering, and technology applications company that uses its deep domain knowledge to solve problems of vital importance to the nation and the world, in national security, energy & environment, health, and cyber security. The company’s approximately 41,000 employees serve customers in the U.S. Department of Defense, the intelligence community, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, other U.S. Government civil agencies and selected commercial markets. Headquartered in McLean, Va., SAIC had annual revenues of approximately $11 billion for its fiscal year ended January 31, 2011.
For more information, visit www.saic.com. SAIC: From Science to Solutions®
Contact: Melissa Koskovich koskovichm@saic.com
SOURCE SAIC
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Lockheed Martin Awarded $66 Million Army Contract re Infectious Diseases Research
ORLANDO, FL /PRNewswire/ ~ The U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville, awarded Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) a $66 million contract to stand up the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases Replacement Laboratory at Fort Detrick, Md.
Through the six-year contract, Lockheed Martin’s Global Training and Logistics business will help transition essential personnel and equipment to the new facility, which includes nearly one-million square feet of new space comprised of multiple labs, administrative and headquarters offices.
“Standing up a research environment is a complex undertaking requiring expertise in medical outfitting and transition,” said June Shrewsbury, vice president of technical services at Lockheed Martin’s Global Training and Logistics business. ”Our support will help researchers advance scientific discoveries that will protect Americans from infectious diseases.”
In addition to the new laboratory at Fort Detrick, Lockheed Martin’s expertise in health care outfitting and transition services includes the Department of Defense’s new Medical Education Training Campus (METC) at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas. The METC is the world’s largest enlisted military medical training campus, and provides a common training ground for the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy and Coast Guard.
Lockheed Martin developed and led the initial outfitting and transition services for the campus’s five medical instructional facilities. In a separate initiative, Lockheed Martin will complete the outfitting and transition activities for the new San Antonio Military Medical Center in the spring of 2012.
Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., Lockheed Martin is a global security company that employs about 123,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. The Corporation’s net sales for 2011 were $46.5 billion.
For additional information, visit our website: http://www.lockheedmartin.com
SOURCE Lockheed Martin
CONTACT: Leslie Holoweiko, leslie.holoweiko@lmco.com“>leslie.holoweiko@lmco.com
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Lockheed Martin Awarded $66 Million Army Contract re Infectious Diseases Research
ORLANDO, FL /PRNewswire/ ~ The U.S. Army Engineering and Support Center, Huntsville, awarded Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) a $66 million contract to stand up the U.S. Army Medical Research Institute of Infectious Diseases Replacement Laboratory at Fort Detrick, Md.
Through the six-year contract, Lockheed Martin’s Global Training and Logistics business will help transition essential personnel and equipment to the new facility, which includes nearly one-million square feet of new space comprised of multiple labs, administrative and headquarters offices.
“Standing up a research environment is a complex undertaking requiring expertise in medical outfitting and transition,” said June Shrewsbury, vice president of technical services at Lockheed Martin’s Global Training and Logistics business. ”Our support will help researchers advance scientific discoveries that will protect Americans from infectious diseases.”
In addition to the new laboratory at Fort Detrick, Lockheed Martin’s expertise in health care outfitting and transition services includes the Department of Defense’s new Medical Education Training Campus (METC) at Fort Sam Houston in San Antonio, Texas. The METC is the world’s largest enlisted military medical training campus, and provides a common training ground for the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy and Coast Guard.
Lockheed Martin developed and led the initial outfitting and transition services for the campus’s five medical instructional facilities. In a separate initiative, Lockheed Martin will complete the outfitting and transition activities for the new San Antonio Military Medical Center in the spring of 2012.
Headquartered in Bethesda, Md., Lockheed Martin is a global security company that employs about 123,000 people worldwide and is principally engaged in the research, design, development, manufacture, integration and sustainment of advanced technology systems, products and services. The Corporation’s net sales for 2011 were $46.5 billion.
For additional information, visit our website: http://www.lockheedmartin.com
SOURCE Lockheed Martin
CONTACT: Leslie Holoweiko, leslie.holoweiko@lmco.com“>leslie.holoweiko@lmco.com
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