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"The Defense Department wants to bring Silicon Valley’s top talent deeper into the folds of the military by offering technology executives positions as part-time military officers. The department is considering asking chief technology officers and other senior tech professionals to take up high-ranking positions in the reserves. The tech reservists would be periodically summoned to help with short-term projects in cybersecurity, data analytics and other areas. We’re creating this people industrial base that is going to help us solve our national-security problems and national-security challenges in the decades to come,” said Brynt Parmeter, the department’s chief talent management officer. The Marines and some states have created recruiting programs for civilians with cybersecurity skills, and the armed forces have reserve programs for medical and legal professionals. This latest initiative, however, would be the first time the armed forces bring in private-sector technology professionals as uniformed, paid reservists to leverage their know-how. The plans haven’t been previously reported." https://lnkd.in/epVrhbvQ

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Brandon Smart Comments were turned off so I will repost with a couple questions. What does this statement mean (paragraph 6.) "provide them with training to earn the title of Marine" Does this mean they do not attend the traditional recruit training at either depot, OCS, or earn the title Marine through the Naval Acadamy? Is there a proposal to make Marines in another manner? Then further down at paragraph 11.c. 11.c. Non-Prior Service. Applicants must complete Marine Corps  recruit training. Why the two statements? The first one is ambiguous. Paragraph 6 should state that they will attend one of the three established ways of becoming a Marine instead of leaving it open to another interpretation. 13.c. Grade. The AP shall recommend an initial rank for the  applicant up to Gunnery Sergeant (E7). Is it saying a person off the street, attends recruit training, can be appointed to the rank of Gunnery Sergeant if he has enough college and work experience? Comments are welcomed.

Do you know about Navy SBIR Transition Program? Navy SBIR/STTR Transition Program (Navy STP) I'll be working with their new cohort today to ensure they have a deep understanding of the DoD cybersecurity requirements in contracts. Established by ONR over 20 years ago, Navy STP continues to make an impact on SBIR businesses’ ability to achieve a transition: Companies that participate in Navy STP have an 18 percent greater likelihood of transitioning their technology compared to those that do not participate. If you are a DoD organization who wants similar support for your tech transition - there is a process at DAU called Mission Assistance! Drop me a line to learn all about it.

More than four years after the establishment of a sixth military service, U.S. Space Force, in December 2019, a new report advises the creation of a seventh service, the U.S. Cyber Force, which would initially come under the Department of the Army. “In the U.S. military, an officer who had never fired a rifle would never command an infantry unit, yet officers with no experience behind a keyboard are commanding cyber warfare units,” said the Washington, D.C.-based Foundation for Defense of Democracies’ United States Cyber Force: A Defense Imperative. “This mismatch stems from the U.S. military’s failure to recruit, train, promote, and retain talented cyber warriors. The Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marines each run their own recruitment, training, and promotion systems instead of having a single pipeline for talent. The result is a shortage of qualified personnel at U.S. Cyber Command (CYBERCOM), which has responsibility for both the offensive and defensive aspects of military cyber operations.” #nationalsecurity #intelligence #connectivity #cyber #connectivitymatters #hacking #military #communications #cybersecurity #security #infosec #networksecurity #newspace #newspaceeconomy #strategy #constellations #satellite #space #satelliteoperatos #satcoms #satellitesystems #satelliteoperations #ops #opsec #telecommunications #spaceindustry #LowEarthOrbit #sda #megaconstellations #spaceindustry #esa #nasa #eu #europe #cyberwarfare #cyberdefense #defense #jamming #antijamming #resilience #oneweb #starlink #kuiper #mpower #SES #EUTELSAT #spacex #telesat #milsatcom #govsatcom #sda #spacecraft #internetofthings #development #spacedata #iris2 #cubesat #MichaelHadjitheodosiou https://lnkd.in/epP8SSv4

BREAKING: USMC Lateral Entry?!! The Marine Corps is revolutionizing talent acquisition with the Fiscal Year 2024 Talent Acquisition Pilot! For the first time ever, we're exploring lateral entry—yes, you heard that right. This groundbreaking pilot program aims to bring in top-tier talent directly into the Corps at advanced ranks. Imagine cybersecurity experts, AI specialists, and other high-demand professionals stepping into leadership roles, armed with cutting-edge civilian experience. Why now? As technology accelerates, our warfighting capabilities must keep pace. We’re not just filling ranks; we’re transforming the force with unmatched expertise and innovative skills. This pilot isn't about bypassing tradition; it's about augmenting our elite ranks with unparalleled talent to ensure we stay ahead of emerging threats. This is a monumental shift in our approach to building a future-ready Corps. Well done MGySgt Sage Goyda and the Marines at Manpower and Reserve Affairs, HQMC for getting this done. Let's embrace this change and support the mission to create the most versatile and capable force in Marine Corps history. Semper Fi! 💥🦅🌍⚓️ #MarineCorps #TalentAcquisition #LateralEntry #Innovation #FutureForce https://lnkd.in/eMyJR2Ta

Today is National Hire a Veteran Day. Did you know that approximately 200,000 military members retire or separate from the armed services each year, according to the Department of Labor? As a provider of solutions and services to the U.S. Federal Government, including the Department of Homeland Security and the Department of Defense, we understand the importance of the missions our Veterans have accomplished. Veterans offer distinctive skills such as leadership, personnel management, project management, risk assessment, high-stress performance, engineering, intelligence, information systems technology, discipline, teamwork, and meticulous attention to detail—qualities that many employers highly value. Transitioning to civilian positions can be challenging for many veterans. National Hire A Veteran Day encourages employers to recruit and hire veterans by recognizing the unique skills they contribute to the workforce. At OpTech, we are committed to identifying, recruiting, training, and supporting Veterans in their pursuit of fulfilling jobs and promising careers after their military service. Our dedication to employing Veterans has earned us a Silver Level Employer certification from the Michigan Veterans Affairs Agency. https://lnkd.in/g2vQat4P #hireaveteran #veterans #vet #military #career #job #staffing #recruiting

There is one clear solution to address the military’s current approach to generating forces for cyberspace operations: creating a new branch of the armed forces for cyberspace.

This is a great article and light reading about becoming a Program Manager. Leadership, communication, and interpersonal relationships are topics of discussion. Take a look, it may spark an interest in becoming a PM. #leadershipdevelopment #communication #interpersonalrelationships