FERS Federal Retirement Benefits andAn Overview of FERS & Different Types of RetirementTypes of service used for determining eligibility to retire under FERSEmployee and agency contributions to FERSMilitary service and temporary timeThe FERS annuity computationMinimum age and service requirementsEarly retirementDeferred retirement and “postponed” retirementUnderstanding the Annuity ComputationAmount of an annuityLength of servi...

The 8140.03 Directive has reached a critical stage: courses and certifications have been approved. The 8140 Marketplace is now active. It’s time for integrators to start creating upskilling programs based on approved job roles to meet the 2025 and 2026 deadlines set by the directive. If you’re curious where to start, we have lined up two authorities to help you make the best beginning. Join GDIT’s Pamela McComas, Senior Direc...

May was the three-year anniversary of President Joe Biden’s cybersecurity executive order. At the same time, June was the five-year anniversary of the Office of Management and Budget’s cloud smart policy. These two anniversaries mark important mileposts in agency digital transformation journeys. The latest data from Deltek, a market research firm, found agencies could spend more than $8 billion on cloud services in fiscal 2025. Tha...

Imagine learning 3 years of government contracting knowledge in 2 Days. This immersive BOOT CAMP on government contracting prepares your company to ramp up for government opportunities. You will walk away with a full understanding of the federal market and a strategic plan to expand your business into the government space. Accelerate your growth by enrolling in this boot camp.Boot Camp Day 1 - Preparation and PromotionBoot Camp Day 2 - Proposa...

As federal agencies tackle the demands of integrating cybersecurity, cloud security, artificial intelligence, and digital services, they face the complex and evolving challenge of IT modernization. This process is critical and necessary across the Federal Government, with each agency undergoing its unique transformation journey. Cloud security, in particular, plays a pivotal role in this modernization, ensuring that sensitive data is protected...

As all levels of government seek ways to harness the benefits of artificial intelligence ( AI ) and mitigate its potential risks, the need for an overall national strategy to foster innovation, competitiveness, and economic growth becomes clearer. At the federal level, the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) issued a memo in March providing guidance for agencies to establish AI governance and risk management techniques while implementing inn...

A Practical Approach to A-123 Compliance Programs Join us for a unique, interactive workshop that "walks you through" the latest update of The Green Book which now conforms to the Internal Control Integrated Framework (COSO 2013). This training is focused on the current Standards for Internal Control in the Federal Government as detailed in the Green Book. This 18 hour CPE course provides you with the tools to implement a compliance program th...

An Overview of Health Insurance for Federal Employees An overview of federal health benefits in retirement Premium costs Plan changes and what to know about Open Seasons TriCare and other FEHB plans Healthcare Flexible Savings Account strategies, Medicare Understanding the Vision and Dental Plans Enrollment Premiums How it works with your Health Benefits, Annuity, TSP and other components of the Federal Retirement Benefit Package ... plus more!

Recent public comments by the directors of the FBI, CIA, and DCSA around the troubling call to action for those whose crisis of conscience, moral outrage put them on a path to radicalization and potential engagement in destructive actions. Globally and locally within our own cities there is a growing disgruntlement and perceived marginalization of individuals. These individuals, who make up our workforce and supply chain, are being targeted by...

Where are agencies in their zero trust journey and how has strategy evolved to meet new security demands? During this webinar, you will gain the unique perspective of top federal and industry cybersecurity experts.