# Getting a Federal Job **URL:** https://www.fedwork.net/c/getting-a-federal-job/6.md?page=1 [Latest](https://www.fedwork.net/latest.md) · [Categories](https://www.fedwork.net/categories.md) **Page:** 2 --- ## [Speculation about whether DOGE is still active](https://www.fedwork.net/t/speculation-about-whether-doge-is-still-active/3802)
**Author:** [@Marko](https://www.fedwork.net/u/Marko)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [November 26, 2025, 1:33pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/speculation-about-whether-doge-is-still-active/3802 "2025-11-26T13:33:46Z")
According to several news reports, the Department of Government Efficiency, no longer exists as a “centralized entity,” according to the head of the Office of Personnel Management. However, the principles behind standing… --- ## [Is it time to be building new private sector companies to replace/rehire displaced gov folks?](https://www.fedwork.net/t/is-it-time-to-be-building-new-private-sector-companies-to-replace-rehire-displaced-gov-folks/3787)
**Author:** [@mwanalytical](https://www.fedwork.net/u/mwanalytical)\ **Replies:** 2\ **Last updated:** [November 25, 2025, 2:46pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/is-it-time-to-be-building-new-private-sector-companies-to-replace-rehire-displaced-gov-folks/3787 "2025-11-25T14:46:16Z")
With so many workers displaced with so much subject matter expertise lost I think it’s time to take that expertise private. --- ## [Circular economy](https://www.fedwork.net/t/circular-economy/3739)
**Author:** [@aahmadzai](https://www.fedwork.net/u/aahmadzai)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2025, 9:15pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/circular-economy/3739 "2025-11-17T21:15:36Z")
Luckily Government reopended after 40 days of shut down which does make no sense only to punish the labor forces! --- ## [Language job if you do not have a clearance](https://www.fedwork.net/t/language-job-if-you-do-not-have-a-clearance/3733)
**Author:** [@david.r](https://www.fedwork.net/u/david.r)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 17, 2025, 9:15pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/language-job-if-you-do-not-have-a-clearance/3733 "2025-11-17T21:15:11Z")
looking for a federal language job, but most seem to require a clearance. any advice on where to start? --- ## [Sponsor Government Clearance ](https://www.fedwork.net/t/sponsor-government-clearance/3719)
**Author:** [@Ryanrscott](https://www.fedwork.net/u/Ryanrscott)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [November 5, 2025, 11:57am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/sponsor-government-clearance/3719 "2025-11-05T11:57:39Z")
Is there anyway I can get a government clearance sponsored without joining the military? Most jobs I qualify for are asking for me to have a government clearance day 1 of start date but none are sponsoring. --- ## [Federal Hiring Accountability](https://www.fedwork.net/t/federal-hiring-accountability/3669)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [October 27, 2025, 12:24am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/federal-hiring-accountability/3669 "2025-10-27T00:24:40Z")
In accordance with an Executive Order issued October 15, 2025, all agencies must prepare an Annual Staffing Plan over the next 60 days. The intent is to ensure that new career appointments in the upcoming fiscal year are… --- ## [Seeking Federal Language Role|Spanish/French/ESOL](https://www.fedwork.net/t/seeking-federal-language-role-spanish-french-esol/3631)
**Author:** [@David1](https://www.fedwork.net/u/David1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [October 1, 2025, 3:04pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/seeking-federal-language-role-spanish-french-esol/3631 "2025-10-01T15:04:34Z")
Seeking Federal Language Role | Spanish/French/ESOL State-certified court interpreter (English–Spanish / Spanish–English), multilingual instructor, and translator with six years’ immersion in Spain and one in Venezuela.… --- ## [Trying to find my First ever Federal job ](https://www.fedwork.net/t/trying-to-find-my-first-ever-federal-job/3625)
**Author:** [@KINGONWEB1](https://www.fedwork.net/u/KINGONWEB1)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 29, 2025, 8:27pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/trying-to-find-my-first-ever-federal-job/3625 "2025-09-29T20:27:49Z")
Dear Fellow citizens, My name is Ray I am trying to find a federal job in any agency in IT in SAP related fields , can you advice how is the market conditions now for federal work in general and suggest any of your learn… --- ## [Searching for an Information System Security Manager position ](https://www.fedwork.net/t/searching-for-an-information-system-security-manager-position/3612)
**Author:** [@Brouslk43](https://www.fedwork.net/u/Brouslk43)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 18, 2025, 4:29am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/searching-for-an-information-system-security-manager-position/3612 "2025-09-18T04:29:49Z")
I have over 24 years of experience in information technology. I completed 18.5 years in the Navy. I was forced to retire. I’m currently working as a contractor, but I would like to transition back to a government employe… --- ## [🚨IT/AI Tech Looking for work🚨](https://www.fedwork.net/t/it-ai-tech-looking-for-work/3603)
**Author:** [@James\_Laudermilk](https://www.fedwork.net/u/James_Laudermilk)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 16, 2025, 12:04am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/it-ai-tech-looking-for-work/3603 "2025-09-16T00:04:16Z")
ALCON, I am a Service-Disabled U.S. Army Veteran with 19 years of military service as an IT Instructor, followed by a professional career in Government Contracting IT. My career has included: :white\_check\_mark: SharePo… --- ## [The “Rule of Many” Prevails, New Selection Criteria for Federal Jobs](https://www.fedwork.net/t/the-rule-of-many-prevails-new-selection-criteria-for-federal-jobs/3596)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [September 9, 2025, 8:37pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/the-rule-of-many-prevails-new-selection-criteria-for-federal-jobs/3596 "2025-09-09T20:37:01Z")
The U.S. Office of Personnel Management (OPM) announced a new rule this month, replacing the “rule of three” with the “rule of many” to modernize federal hiring. This allows agencies to select from a broader pool of top-… --- ## [Seeking Senior Software Engineer / Sr. Backend — San Diego (Remote OK)](https://www.fedwork.net/t/seeking-senior-software-engineer-sr-backend-san-diego-remote-ok/3582)
**Author:** [@hty2000tony](https://www.fedwork.net/u/hty2000tony)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [August 29, 2025, 9:37pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/seeking-senior-software-engineer-sr-backend-san-diego-remote-ok/3582 "2025-08-29T21:37:47Z")
Hi all — I’m from San Diego. I’m exploring my next role and would appreciate referrals or intros. Target roles: Senior Solutions Engineer or Senior Software Engineer (integrations/backend) — Remote or SD hybrid. Backgr… --- ## [What's the best way to find software engineering job in government agencies that require clearance](https://www.fedwork.net/t/whats-the-best-way-to-find-software-engineering-job-in-government-agencies-that-require-clearance/3457)
**Author:** [@yufengx](https://www.fedwork.net/u/yufengx)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [August 14, 2025, 7:08pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/whats-the-best-way-to-find-software-engineering-job-in-government-agencies-that-require-clearance/3457 "2025-08-14T19:08:07Z")
I’m very new to this. I’m a software engineer by trade and have been both an individual contributor and in management role for quite some time, I’m really tired of big tech companies and have always felt working for gove… --- ## [A Federal Hiring Freeze Creates Opportunities](https://www.fedwork.net/t/a-federal-hiring-freeze-creates-opportunities/205)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 5\ **Last updated:** [July 25, 2025, 7:59pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/a-federal-hiring-freeze-creates-opportunities/205 "2025-07-25T19:59:02Z")
A hiring freeze shouldn’t dissuade you from seeking employment—agencies are still hiring during these austere times! Recruiting restrictions and limitations are the norm, not the exception, for corporations and governmen… --- ## [Dept of Air Force Federal Jobs](https://www.fedwork.net/t/dept-of-air-force-federal-jobs/3044)
**Author:** [@katie.H](https://www.fedwork.net/u/katie.H)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2025, 8:02pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/dept-of-air-force-federal-jobs/3044 "2025-07-15T20:02:18Z")
Department of Air Force jobs via ClearanceJobs.com: Department of the Air Force Jobs, Careers Profile - ClearanceJobs --- ## [Are You Reading the Entire Federal Job Announcement Before Applying?](https://www.fedwork.net/t/are-you-reading-the-entire-federal-job-announcement-before-applying/3041)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 15, 2025, 5:43pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/are-you-reading-the-entire-federal-job-announcement-before-applying/3041 "2025-07-15T17:43:49Z")
I reviewed and rated hundreds of federal applications during my 35-plus years of federal service and served as a rating official for select occupations at the FAA. Many highly qualified applicants never made the cut beca… --- ## [The Federal Agencies Freeze ends July 15th, 2025. Agencies are Still Hiring!](https://www.fedwork.net/t/the-federal-agencies-freeze-ends-july-15th-2025-agencies-are-still-hiring/3016)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 14, 2025, 11:50am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/the-federal-agencies-freeze-ends-july-15th-2025-agencies-are-still-hiring/3016 "2025-07-14T11:50:57Z")
The federal hiring freeze, implemented initially on January 20, 2025, prohibited filling non-critical vacancies. Upon expiration of the hiring freeze, agencies will be able to hire no more than one employee for every fou… --- ## [Ensuring Accountability and Prioritizing Public Safety in Federal Hiring](https://www.fedwork.net/t/ensuring-accountability-and-prioritizing-public-safety-in-federal-hiring/2975)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 11, 2025, 11:21am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/ensuring-accountability-and-prioritizing-public-safety-in-federal-hiring/2975 "2025-07-11T11:21:12Z")
The President signed an executive order requiring many federal hires to be approved by an agency’s presidentially appointed leadership, to end incompetence and “equity” over results through October 15, 2025. It also clar… --- ## [Haven’t done a job interview in a while? Here are some tips for Maryland federal workers](https://www.fedwork.net/t/haven-t-done-a-job-interview-in-a-while-here-are-some-tips-for-maryland-federal-workers/2852)
**Author:** [@secretsquirrel](https://www.fedwork.net/u/secretsquirrel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [July 1, 2025, 3:13pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/haven-t-done-a-job-interview-in-a-while-here-are-some-tips-for-maryland-federal-workers/2852 "2025-07-01T15:13:25Z")
Thousands of federal employees in Maryland are facing a tough job market amid workforce cuts under the Trump administration. For some, that will mean tackling job interviews — maybe for the first time in years. If you’r… --- ## [Looking for a remote job](https://www.fedwork.net/t/looking-for-a-remote-job/1881)
**Author:** [@iskierkaboggsc](https://www.fedwork.net/u/iskierkaboggsc)\ **Replies:** 4\ **Last updated:** [June 24, 2025, 9:06pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/looking-for-a-remote-job/1881 "2025-06-24T21:06:30Z")
Hello and good day, I am looking for a remote job. I currently have the following degrees and certifications: Bachelor of Science in Information Technology Cybersecurity & Cloud Security Professional Certifications: … --- ## [The Trump hiring plan wants to fix federal jobs, but it might just make things worse](https://www.fedwork.net/t/the-trump-hiring-plan-wants-to-fix-federal-jobs-but-it-might-just-make-things-worse/2577)
**Author:** [@katie.H](https://www.fedwork.net/u/katie.H)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 17, 2025, 8:08pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/the-trump-hiring-plan-wants-to-fix-federal-jobs-but-it-might-just-make-things-worse/2577 "2025-06-17T20:08:28Z")
The administration’s new approach promises faster, fairer hiring. But with old-school rules and political essay tests, it could actually make the process harder for everyone. There is another, better way. Interesting ta… --- ## [Rehired Annuitants](https://www.fedwork.net/t/rehired-annuitants/2514)
**Author:** [@ag314](https://www.fedwork.net/u/ag314)\ **Replies:** 3\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2025, 11:06pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/rehired-annuitants/2514 "2025-06-16T23:06:20Z")
Hoping to start a thread about fed retirees who are looking to return to federal work. Post discussions, links and job announcements regarding the hiring of annuitants and how those in those positions got there and how t… --- ## [How fast 2b hired?](https://www.fedwork.net/t/how-fast-2b-hired/2521)
**Author:** [@adm0001](https://www.fedwork.net/u/adm0001)\ **Replies:** 1\ **Last updated:** [June 16, 2025, 12:58am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/how-fast-2b-hired/2521 "2025-06-16T00:58:41Z")
We proudly served our USA and now people Burning the American flag, and we are out jobs! --- ## [Reform of the Nuclear Regulatory Commission and Potential New Jobs with the NRC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/reform-of-the-nuclear-regulatory-commission-and-potential-new-jobs-with-the-nrc/2261)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 24, 2025, 4:45pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/reform-of-the-nuclear-regulatory-commission-and-potential-new-jobs-with-the-nrc/2261 "2025-05-24T16:45:13Z")
An Executive Order was signed this week directing the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) to reform, reducing this country’s dependence on foreign technologies, decreasing regulatory barriers, and supporting America’s do… --- ## [The United States has secured billions in investments to revitalize its manufacturing sector](https://www.fedwork.net/t/the-united-states-has-secured-billions-in-investments-to-revitalize-its-manufacturing-sector/2048)
**Author:** [@DDamp](https://www.fedwork.net/u/DDamp)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 21, 2025, 11:58am UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/the-united-states-has-secured-billions-in-investments-to-revitalize-its-manufacturing-sector/2048 "2025-05-21T11:58:40Z")
Qatar is generating an economic exchange worth up to $1.2 trillion. Economic deals totaling more than $243.5 billion between the United States and Qatar, including the sale of Boeing aircraft and GE Aerospace engines to … --- ## [Busy Isn’t a Badge: Why Doing More Could Be Holding You Back](https://www.fedwork.net/t/busy-isn-t-a-badge-why-doing-more-could-be-holding-you-back/1379)
**Author:** [@FedWork](https://www.fedwork.net/u/FedWork)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 6, 2025, 6:38pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/busy-isn-t-a-badge-why-doing-more-could-be-holding-you-back/1379 "2025-05-06T18:38:56Z")
At the end of the day, busyness is not a badge. It’s often a warning sign that priorities have become blurred…Prioritize Your Tasks for Maximum Effectiveness - ClearanceJobs --- ## [AeroVironment and BlueHalo Merge as a Defense Tech Powerhouse and AI Apprenticeship Turns Tech Disruption Into Jobs](https://www.fedwork.net/t/aerovironment-and-bluehalo-merge-as-a-defense-tech-powerhouse-and-ai-apprenticeship-turns-tech-disruption-into-jobs/1342)
**Author:** [@FedWork](https://www.fedwork.net/u/FedWork)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [May 2, 2025, 7:37pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/aerovironment-and-bluehalo-merge-as-a-defense-tech-powerhouse-and-ai-apprenticeship-turns-tech-disruption-into-jobs/1342 "2025-05-02T19:37:46Z")
AeroVironment and BlueHalo form a global defense tech powerhouse, and a new AI apprenticeship program turns tech disruption into jobs…AeroVironment and BlueHalo Merge as a Defense Tech Powerhouse and AI Apprenticeship Tu… --- ## [Future-Proof Your Career: How to Stay Valuable When Layoffs Loom](https://www.fedwork.net/t/future-proof-your-career-how-to-stay-valuable-when-layoffs-loom/1268)
**Author:** [@FedWork](https://www.fedwork.net/u/FedWork)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 26, 2025, 2:42pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/future-proof-your-career-how-to-stay-valuable-when-layoffs-loom/1268 "2025-04-26T14:42:58Z")
In a workplace rocked by layoffs, AI, and economic uncertainty, here’s how to future-proof your job with five smart strategies…Future-Proof Your Career: How to Stay Valuable When Layoffs Loom - ClearanceJobs --- ## [Google Expands Office Space in NoVA and DCSA Hunts for 8(a) Cyber Warriors](https://www.fedwork.net/t/google-expands-office-space-in-nova-and-dcsa-hunts-for-8-a-cyber-warriors/1256)
**Author:** [@FedWork](https://www.fedwork.net/u/FedWork)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 25, 2025, 2:50pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/google-expands-office-space-in-nova-and-dcsa-hunts-for-8-a-cyber-warriors/1256 "2025-04-25T14:50:17Z")
Northern Virginia’s national security scene heats up—Google is expanding again at Reston Station, while DCSA is scouting for cyber defenders…Google Expands Office Space in NoVA and DCSA Hunts for 8(a) Cyber Warriors - Cl… --- ## [Just quit your federal job](https://www.fedwork.net/t/just-quit-your-federal-job/1229)
**Author:** [@secretsquirrel](https://www.fedwork.net/u/secretsquirrel)\ **Replies:** 0\ **Last updated:** [April 24, 2025, 2:42pm UTC](https://www.fedwork.net/t/just-quit-your-federal-job/1229 "2025-04-24T14:42:19Z")
Just going to not quit even harder [Previous page](https://www.fedwork.net/c/getting-a-federal-job/6.md) [Next page](https://www.fedwork.net/c/getting-a-federal-job/6.md?page=2)