Sam Cosby

Let's talk: Salary negotiations 💰   Salary negotiations as a technical recruiter in the defense sector come with unique nuances compared to commercial tech mostly due to Labor Category Constraints. Many defense roles are tied to government-set labor categories and pay bands.   As a technical recruiter when negotiating with candidates:   ✔️ Be transparent about salary ceilings early. 💯 ✔️ Sell total compensation: defense contractors often underbid salary but will add strong benefits (retirement matching, PTO, stability, mission impact).   Pro Tip: Know when you can ask for more and learn how flexible your PM/PCA can be - sometimes there’s unallocated budget, but it will require justification.

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📊 Contingent Workforce: The Unsung Hero of Telecom Expansion Most people don’t realize that rapid 5G deployment, fiber rollouts, and infrastructure modernization projects are largely driven by contract engineers. Contingent hiring offers speed, flexibility, and deep specialization. And as a recruiter, it’s my job to match these agile professionals to the roles where they can make real impact. The future of telecom hiring? It’s lean, fast, and built on expert contractors. #TelecomTrends #ContingentWorkforce #TelecomProjects #RecruiterInsights #5GExpansion

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NCCL 2.24 is out now. ➡️ https://bit.ly/4lFZ4Ps This update includes new features including the RAS subsystem, User Buffer Registration, FP8 support, NIC Fusion, and optional receive completions. Upgrade for #networking reliability and observability at scale.

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Fiber network provider FiberLight, LLC has just announced a $350 million investment to expand high-capacity fiber infrastructure across West Texas, bringing its total regional investment to nearly $500 million. This expansion includes 1,400 miles of new fiber routes designed specifically to support hyperscale and AI workloads. This is significant because fiber capacity is now just as critical as power when it comes to supporting next-generation AI data centers. At the same time, developers are pushing forward with new hyperscale campuses in Texas, including projects engineered to deliver over 1 gigawatt of compute capacity, specifically designed to support hyperscale AI and cloud environments. What this tells us is clear: ⚡ Power availability is driving site selection 🌐 Fiber connectivity is now mission-critical infrastructure 🏗️ Hyperscale campuses are scaling to unprecedented sizes 🤖 AI is accelerating demand faster than anyone predicted We’re seeing West Texas, Abilene, Midland, and Dallas rapidly emerge as major global hubs for AI infrastructure. The scale of infrastructure being built right now across Texas is unlike anything we’ve seen before. If you work in hyperscale construction or infrastructure, the next few years are going to be defining for the industry. #DataCenters #Hyperscale #AIInfrastructure #Texas #DigitalInfrastructure #CloudComputing #MissionCritical #Construction #AI #DataCenterDevelopment #Infrastructure #Recruitment

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Top technical talent is what makes or breaks most federal programs... That's why at Falcon IT, that's our main focus: Help GovCon build strong technical and cleared teams that succesfully support the program's execution from top to bottom. #GovCon

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Navigating talent sourcing challenges, #TeamCAI transformed a midwestern state's contingent workforce program, enhancing transparency and efficiency. Our strategic approach transitioned 643 resources from over 40 suppliers across 54 agencies, covering various roles. The State Earn and Learn (SEAL) program added valuable on-the-job training, modernizing the workforce to meet evolving demands. Explore the article to learn how our solutions can empower state agencies: https://lnkd.in/gZNqefYz [Image description: CAI promotional image featuring a smiling person in glasses seated at a table during a meeting, discussing with another person whose back is facing the camera. The left side displays text about providing optimized workforce solutions and statistics including "643 Resources," "40+ Suppliers," and "54 State agencies".]

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The DoD has announced a $𝟮𝟬 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 to the potential value of its Information Analysis Center (IAC) support contract, bringing the total value to $𝟰𝟴 𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗹𝗶𝗼𝗻. This modification will enhance technology research and development services across 22 technical focus areas, including cybersecurity, autonomous systems, and advanced materials. Check out the full article if you're interested for the full list of awardees!

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Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) is positioned as a vital tool in the DoD’s modernization efforts. FWA represents a reliable and flexible alternative or even complement to traditional wired infrastructure, particularly in remote or highly secure areas where conventional connectivity solutions may be impractical or prohibitively expensive. This white paper explores the role of FWA in the DoD's modernization journey, highlighting its potential to deliver robust, secure, and scalable connectivity solutions that meet the unique needs of defense operations.

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Federal law enforcement agencies operate in fast-moving, complex environments where managing mobile assets—vehicles, field equipment, mobile IT systems—is critical to mission success. This webinar reveals how the ServiceNow AI Platform delivers real-time visibility, automates inventory tracking, and maintenance needs to maximize asset readiness and security. http://spr.ly/6046fxuCa

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GDIT Tip for Applying! Check your Spam Folders! Many times recruiters will send you emails through software programs such as the Application Tracking System (ATS) or Candidate Relationship Management (CRM) software. Your email program will see that it is a 3rd party software and may send it to the Spam fold. This could be the written Offer you have been waiting for and don't want to miss. If you ever receive something in your Spam folder, you can set your system setting to send it to your InBox instead. Don't miss an important message... Jennifer Magerer, PMP rupali deshmukh Vanessa Taylor, MA Michael Bernard

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🚨 Job Seekers: If You’re Searching Right Now, Read This 🚨 If you’ve been applying and wondering where the real opportunities are, here’s some clarity from the recruiter side of the desk 👇 Right now in East Texas, these 5 industries are actively hiring and continuing to grow: 🏥 Healthcare & Social Services From clinical roles to administrative support, this industry is consistently hiring and offers long-term stability. 🏭 Manufacturing Plants across the region are expanding and need dependable workers — from entry-level production to skilled technicians and supervisors. 🎓 Education & Public Sector Schools and public institutions are hiring for instructional, administrative, and support roles with solid benefits. 🛒 Retail & Distribution Warehouses, logistics centers, and retail operations are moving fast and need people ready to work now. 🚚 Transportation, Logistics & Construction CDL drivers, skilled trades, and logistics professionals are in high demand as infrastructure and distribution continue to grow. 💡 Recruiter Tip: If you’re struggling to land interviews, it may not be you — it may be the industry you’re targeting. Aligning your skills with high-demand sectors dramatically increases your chances. If you’re open to pivoting industries, updating your resume, or just want insight on what employers are really looking for, let’s connect. 📩 Your next opportunity may be closer than you think. Whitney.Wright@ExpressPros.com #NowHiring #JobSearch #EastTexasJobs #CareerOpportunities #HiringTrends #RecruiterTips #OpenToWork #EastTexas

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Data center capital expenditure (CapEx) is projected to reach approximately $650 billion to $690 billion in 2026, driven by an intense AI infrastructure race among major U.S. technology firms. Hyperscalers are heavily investing in AI, with combined spending from top companies likely to exceed $700 billion. Key investments include AI, networking, and data center facilities. That's a lot of CAPEX and a lot of manpower! Talent will be in high demand.

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