TYPICAL QUESTIONS I GET

Are you currently on the job market?
No, but if the opportunity is good, I will listen.

How many years experience do you have?
25 years in IT. 4 years Active Duty Military.

What’s your timeline for moving on?
2 weeks notice after given a start date.

What jobs are you interested in?
Cloud Architect, Cloud Engineer, Director, CTO

What are your location preferences?
1. Remote
2. Hybrid – (Depending how many days onsite will determine how far I will drive)
3. Local to me (Manassas VA, Chantilly VA, Herndon VA, Reston VA, Fairfax VA)

What are your salary expectations?
$240,000 – $300,000

Are you willing to relocate?
No

Are you willing to work shift work?
No

Are you willing to work for a company that won’t utilize your security clearance?
No

Are you willing to travel?
Yes, but very limited.

Are you willing to work C2C?
No. W2 only.

Are you willing to work near Washington DC?
No. No DC, Arlington, Tysons, Maryland. Unless it is 1 day a week in the office. Possible 2 days.

Are you willing to take a paycut to work remote?
Yes, if it is 100% remote. But not much.

What are you looking for in a company?
I want a company I can be with long term and grow with. I want the opportunity for promotion and not just being someone that fills a seat. I don’t like companies where peope are just numbers and easily laid off. My ultimate goal is CTO/CIO/VP/Executive Director/CEO. I want a company that would be willing to let me learn/help out in other areas like Contracts, Bidding, Proposals and help me reach my goals.

MY RULES

• I will not work with recruiters from other countries.
• I will not return phone calls from recruiters trying to find out what they can do for me. If you have a specific job in mind then email me the job description. If I am interested, I will reply.
• Do not call me about jobs that are not in Virginia unless they are remote and they can utilize my security clearance.
• Do not contact me for short term contracts. Must have at least 2 years.
• Do not contact me if you are a staffing company. I only work direct.

MY CURRENT BENEFITS

• I currently receive 6 weeks PTO.
• I currently have a 10% 401k match.
• I currently have my college paid for by my company. I am obtaining my PhD.
• I currently have full medical and dental benefits for my family.