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🔐 Cleared Technical Hiring in GovCon? Here’s What Works. Hiring cleared technical talent isn't just about skill, it's about timing, compliance, and strategic alignment with contract needs. At iQuasar, we've outlined best practices to help government contractors navigate the complex process of sourcing and retaining cleared professionals. From aligning with contract timelines to leveraging the right sourcing channels and clearance levels, this blog offers actionable insights for success in the federal space. 🚀 Whether you're facing tough-to-fill cleared roles or planning for future awards, this is a must-read. 👉 https://lnkd.in/giqj9r5U #GovCon #Recruiting #ClearedTalent #FederalContracting #iQuasar #HiringSolutions

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Colorado’s Front Range is powering the future of tech. The Information Technology sector in Colorado not only thriving—it’s expanding. -127,356 people employed - 19,198 establishments - $55.7 billion in sales -$36.7 billion contributed to the region’s GRP This region continues to attract top talent, bold startups, and innovative companies thanks to a highly skilled workforce and a collaborative tech ecosystem. As Chair of the Arapahoe/Douglas Works! Board, I’m proud to share insights from the 2025 Information Technology Industry Profile, developed by the team at Arapahoe/Douglas Works! If you’re looking to better understand IT employment trends, wages, top occupations, and workforce strategies—this report is a must-read. https://lnkd.in/gzWxwTqX Let’s keep building the future—together. #ColoradoTech #WorkforceDevelopment #InformationTechnology #FrontRange #FutureOfWork #ADWorks #ITJobs #WorkforceData Professional Employment Group of Colorado ActivateWork Colorado Technology Association

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Most first-time MSP programs don’t fail because the strategy was wrong, they fail because the strategy wasn’t clear from the start. I’ve helped more than 160 organizations launch their first MSP programs and getting it right from the start takes more than process; it takes intention. Strategy, sponsorship, and culture all play a role in shaping outcomes that last. In my latest blog, I share lessons learned over the years. These are practical ways to build a program that fits your organization and delivers real results. Curious how others are getting it right from the start? Take a look: https://lnkd.in/g24adMfe

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Ascend Technologies, a portfolio company of M|C Partners, retained Lantern Partners to recruit a Chief Executive Officer. As a leading provider of managed IT services, cybersecurity, and cloud solutions, Ascend Technologies sought a CEO with a proven ability to expand capabilities and accelerate growth across its IT services platform. We are pleased to announce the appointment of Amar Patel as Chief Executive Officer. Amar is a proven leader in the managed IT services and cybersecurity industry, with a strong record of driving growth, leading high-performing teams, and creating value in private equity–backed organizations. In this role, he will lead Ascend Technologies’ continued expansion and execution of its strategic initiatives.

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Exigo Corporation has selected TechnoMile Growth CRM and Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) to power its pursuit and management of federal contracts. Read more → https://lnkd.in/gihWsY_V The Colorado Springs-based GovCon chose TechnoMile’s end-to-end platform to support its rapidly growing business supporting the U.S. Space Force. 🚀💯 #TechnoMile x #GovCon x #CRM x #CLM

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Last week the DoD released a memo on CMMC implementation covering the minimum requirements for L2 and providing details on the waiver process. TL;DR no self-assessment for L2 for cleared contractors nor for any contract that handles CDI, and waivers won't come easy. For more details, check out my post at https://lnkd.in/e-SNFyWk #DOD #DIB #CMMC

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𝗩𝗮𝗹𝘂𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝗡𝘂𝗴𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝗪𝗲𝗱𝗻𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆𝘀 | 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸 𝟭𝟭 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗪𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲 𝗮 𝗪𝗶𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗖𝗮𝗽𝗮𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 ✍️ Want to stand out with federal agencies or prime contractors? A winning capability statement is your business resume. Learn what to include, how to showcase your strengths, and position your company for contracts. 🚀 🔑 A winning capability statement should: 1️⃣ Highlight your core competencies 2️⃣ Showcase past performance with results 3️⃣ Include differentiators that set you apart 4️⃣ Provide clear contact info Think of it as your business resume for contracting success! #GovCon #SmallBusiness

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Red Bull, known for energizing the world, is leveraging Fortinet endpoint solutions for breach protection. ⚡️ With #FortiEDR, Red Bull is securing 16,500 endpoints across 300+ global locations—helping teams work securely and efficiently worldwide. 🌍 🔗 https://ftnt.net/61804JPju

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As President and CEO at Maslow, I explain the transformative power of AI in the staffing industry and how Maslow is leveraging technology to enhance client engagement and efficiency. We’re excited about where the industry is heading, as well as the important role we’ll play in leading the way. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3ShOCR9. 🎥 Watch the full video for more insights. 🔔 Follow us for regular updates on staffing for AI. #Staffing #IT #Talent

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🚀 The future of defense technology is agile and integrated. 👉 Read the full blog here: https://lnkd.in/gEH8dxKJ Discover how combining Agile practices with DevOps in DoD projects accelerates delivery, improves collaboration and enhances mission readiness. Drive efficiency, responsiveness and innovation across defense programs. #DoD #DefenseTech #Agile #DevOps #Atlassian #JiraServiceManagement #Clovity

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