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The Department of Defense has requested $13.4 billion for AI and autonomy in FY2026, representing the largest single-year AI investment in defense history. This spending doesn’t represent experimental research—it funds operational AI implementation across autonomous systems, decision support platforms, and mission-critical applications that require immediate contractor capability.  Federal contractors pursuing…

In today’s fast-paced world, flexibility is no longer a perk, it’s a requirement, especially for cleared professionals working in IT. With the demand for these specialized roles skyrocketing, agencies and government contractors face fierce competition to recruit and keep the best talent. What sets successful organizations apart is their willingness…

Most common question- Why does Polygraph-Cleared Hiring take time? Well! Hiring for federal employment is never easy. However, when the function requires polygraph certification, the complexity increases. Candidates must not only fulfill technical and professional credentials but also go through extensive background checks, security evaluations, and the polygraph exam itself.…

Misclassifying a Public Trust role as Security Clearance – or vice versa – can cost your agency $250k in compliance fines and 6+ months of hiring delays.Follow this guide to avoid catastrophic (and costly) mistakes when vetting candidates. Back to Basics The first step is to understand the basics, right…

During a recent conversation with a hiring manager at a federal contracting firm, she shared a positive perspective: “We have an incredible pool of talent out there; we just need to act fast to secure them!” The competitive landscape in federal contracting is certainly heating up, and excitement is brewing…