First of all, here are some job openings. Please pass them on if you know someone who is qualified.
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Summer Internship Opportunities at U.S. News.
U.S.News & World Report is accepting applications for 1997 summer interns. Interns will be based in the magazine's Washington, D.C. offices, where they will be assigned to individual sections of the magazine's editorial staff. Responsibilities may include: fact checking, conducting phone interviews in support of stories running in the magazine; gathering data for maps, charts, or other graphic elements to be published in the magazine; covering Washington-area press conferences, congressional hearings, and other news events, and summarizing those proceedings in memos to staff writers and editors. Preference will be given to students with excellent writing and research skills and those who are active in school publications. Please send letter, resume and writing samples to: U.S.News & World Report, Attn: Personnel - Internships, 2400 N Street N.W., Washington, D.C. 20037 . No phone calls.
Company: Vector Data Systems
Submit Resume to: Shav Howard; 1100 South Washington Street, #300, Alexandria, VA 22314; Voice: 703.683.8327; Facsimile: 703.683.8719
Position ID#: VDS-03-007
Announcement Date: 29 April 1997
Closing Date: 30 June 1997
Program: CTASC
Position Locations: Alexandria, VA
Contact: Shav Howard, Human Resources
Supervisor: Ron Berry, Program Manager
Position Title: Netowrk Engineer
Years Related Experience: 3
Education: B.S. Electrical Engineering or equivalent
Clearance: Secret
Duties: Technical assistance and system engineering support of the intsallation/integration of LAN, WAN, MAN, and MODEM lines. Conduct site surveys to analyze site requirements, develop site plans, installation schedules, communications plans and a list of required equipment. Install and test computer and communications equipment and lines. Interfacw ithe customer to determine requiremetns and resource availability, and recommend trade-offs. Prepare and deliver briefings on theses and other technical and programmatic topics.
Skills/Knowledge: Excellent communications skills. Adaptability to changing requirements. The ability to respond quickly and convincingly to customer questions. A team worker and builder.
Special Requirements: Available and willing to travel.
Position ID#: VDS-05-006
Announcement Date: 28 April 1997
Program: LOCE
Position Location: Vincenza, Italy
Contact: Shav Howard, Human Resources
Supervisor: Dan McCloud
Position Title: Senior Data Analyst
Labor Category: D-200
Years Related Experience: 6-8 Years
Education: High School Diploma required. Successful completion of Military Intelligence Trainingn Courses preferred.
Clearance: U.S. Top Secret or eligibility required; prefer SCI access/SBI or eligibility
Principle Duties: Provide LOCE course instruction. Perform technical writing and editing of various LOCE documentation. Evaluate LOCE software and hardware. Be familiar with Military Documentation Standards (MILSTDs). Must be able to travel on short notice for unspecified periods.
Skills/Knowledge: Demonstrate instructor qaualification with 5 years of experience preferred. Intelligence background in imagery/order of battle preferred. Must possess ability to maintain appropriate level of discretion and judgement while acting independently. Be able to perform multiple tasks under pressure while maintaining flexibility.
Executive Security & Engineering Technologies, Inc. (ESET)
Submit Resume to: Michael Carpenter, ESET, Suite 1100, 4501 Ford Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22302; Facsimile: 703.575.1211.
All postions: General experience in the diverse functional areas of real-time logistics, as well as thorough, comprehensive knowledge of COMPUSEC, COMSEC, INFORSEC, and OPSEC issues and their derivative netowrk topologies and hardware and software technologies, including the interfacw and integration requirements of automated information and data-processing systems, preferably in the unclassified-but-sensitive to military logistics information systems (for example, GCSS, JTAV, JCALS, MMSS, JEDMICS< GDMS, and GCCS) as well as with other topics relevant to that field (for example, DII COE, GCCS, DISN [Including NIPRNet], and the Internet).
A Quality Assurance Manager reviews all deliverables from and objective point of view with an eye on fonformance to meeting contract requirements and quality standards. Also manages or works independently to analyze quality control requiremtns and processes for user needs to determine economic and fiscal consequences and requirements. Alos performs quality evaluation to identify tasks to be don and their interrelationships. Also indentifies resource(s) required for each task. Qualifications for this position include a minimum of six (6) years specialized work experience in performing and developing quality assurance requirements, as well as a Bachelor's degree in a field applicable to this position such as business, economics, computer science, information systems, engineering, or other related scientific or technical disciplines. For this position only, a graduate degree in information systems, business, or a related field is equivalent to one (1) year of specialized experience.
A Senior Management Analyst makes recommendations for consolidating or developing ISS policy, and reviews and recommends ISS solutions based on major products for various INFOSEC taskings. Also works independently or under only general direction to compile, analyze, and monitor quantitative information regarding the progress and compliance of program activities. Also develops and evaluates proposed policies and business practices associated with migration strategies. Qualifications for this position include a minimum of six (6) years specialized work experience in program management activities for complex integrated ADP systems, as well as a Bachelor's degree in a field applicable to this position, such as computer science, information systems, engineering, business, or other related scientific or technical disciplines. For this position only, a graduate degree in information systems, business, or a related field is equivalent to one (1) year of specialized experience.
A Senior Technical Analyst works on all tasks to address difficult issues or new areas and to provide technical review. Also works independently or under only general direction to analyze user needs to determine economic and fiscal consequences and requirements. Also does economic evaluation to identify tasks to be done and their interrelationships. Also identifies resource(s) required for each task. Qualifications for this position include a minimum of six (6) years specialized work experience in developing technical requirements for Department of Defense programs, as well as a Bachelor's degree in a field applicable to this position, such as economics, computer science, information systems, engineering, business , or other related scientific or technical disciplines. For this position only, a graduate degree in information systems, business, or a related field is equivalent to one (1) year of specialized experience.
A Training Specialist conducts the research needed to develop and revise training courses and programs and prepares appropriate training catalogs. Also prepares all instructor materials (course outline, background material, and training aids). Also prepares all student materials (course manuals, workbooks, handouts, completion certificates, and course critique forms). Also trains personnel by conducting formal classroom courses, workshops, and seminars. Qualification for this position include a minimum of three (3) years specialized work experience in developing and providing training programs, demonstrated ability to communicate orally and in writing, as well as a Bachelor's degree in a field applicable to this position, such as computer science, business, information systems, or other related scientific or technical disciplines. For this position only, a graduate degree in computer science, business, or a related field is equivalent to one (1) year of specialized experience and three (3) years general experience.
A Documentation Specialist manages the document library and gathers, analyzes, and composes technical information which shall be used in the production of deliverables. Also, under general supervision, conducts research and ensures the use of proper technical terminology. Also translates technical information into clear, readable documents to be used by technical and non-technical personnel. Qualifications for this position include five (5) years of work experience, two (2) years o which must be specialized experience in preparing technical documentation, including the use of DoD Standard 7935.1-STD. The remainder may be specialized or general experience, including technical writing and documentation experience pertaining to all aspects of ADP. Specialized and general experience may have been gained concurrently. For this position only , a graduate degree in computer science, business, or a related field is equivalent to one (1) year of specialized experience and three (3) years of general experience, a Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is equivalent to three (3) years general experience, and an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in computer science or a related field is equivalent to one and one-half (1 1/2) years of general experience.
An Editor/Analyst edits the functional and operational descriptions, program materials, reviews user manuals, and assists in the production of reports and other deliverables. Also assists in performing financial and administrative functions. Qualifications for this position include a minimum of three (3) years specialized experience in editing documents, including technical documents, as well as a Bachelor's degree in a field applicable to this position, such as English, literature, or other related disciplines. For this position only , a graduate degree in literature or a related field is equivalent to one (1) year of specialized experience.
An Administrative Specialist coordinates staff activities and provides typing, filing, graphic, and administrative support to the team. Also performs administrative duties or coordinates duties in a staff activity. Also performs special assignments and prepares special reports with very little direction. May direct, coordinate, or conduct the work of a secretary. Qualifications for this position include three (3) years of work experience, of which one (1) year must be specialized experience supervising clerical staff in and office environment. The remainder may be specialized or general experience, including performing general office administration duties. The specialized and general experience may have been gained concurrently. For this position only, a Master's of business administration or a graduate degree in a related field is equivalent to one (1) year of specialized experience and three (3) years general experience, a Bachelor's degree in business or a related field is equivalent to three (3) years general experience, and an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in business or a related field is equivalent to one and one-half (1 1/2) years of general experience.
A Senior Electrical Engineer analyzes ISS needs, recommends solutions to hardware and software systems, and performs needs assessments. Also analyzes an studies complex electrical systems and sub-system requirements. Also designs electrical system and sub-systems and components and interfaces, and develops functional, performance, and technical specifications for system development, acquisition, test, and evaluation. Also manages system design, development, and implementation using computer-aided design, concurrent engineering, computer-based modeling and simulation, and project management tools. Also estimates electrical systems and subsystems and component development and acquisition costs, technical risks, and scheduling. Also reviews existing programs and assists in making refinements, reducing operating time, and improving current techniques. Also supervises electrical system configuration management. Qualifications for this position include six (6) years of work experience managing or performing electrical system engineering activities, of which at least three (3) year must be specialized experience, including demonstrated experience working with CAD and computer-based modeling and simulation tools in the design and implementation of complex electrical systems, sub-systems, and components, and using project management systems. The remainder may be specialized or general experience, including increasing responsibilities in electrical systems engineering design and development activities. The specialized and general experience may have been gained concurrently. The candidate must be familiar with applicable standards, specifications, and codes. Additionally, a Bachelor's degree in electrical or electronic engineering is required. For this position only, a Ph.D. in electrical or electronic engineering is equivalent to two (2) years of specialized experience and three (3) years general experience., and a Master of Sciences degree in electrical or electronic engineering is equivalent to one (1) year of specialized experience and two (2) years of general experience.
A Computer Systems Analyst analyzes and develops computer software possessing a wide range of capabilities, including engineering, business, and records management, reviews user requirements and current security regulations, and recommends systems resources. Also works independently or under general direction on problems that are moderately complex to analyze, plan, program, and operate. Also develops plans for ADP systems from project inception to conclusion. Also analyzes the program and information to be processed. Also defines the problem, and develops system requirements and program specifications, from which programmers prepare detailed flow charts, programs, and tests. Also coordinates closely with programmers to ensure proper implementation of program and system specifications. Also confers with function proponents to determine application requirements and recommend system alternative solutions. Qualifications for this position included a minimum of six (6) years work experience, of which four (4) must be specialized experience in the analysis and design of business applications on complex systems for large-scale computers, including three (3) years experience in database management concepts and the utilization of required programming languages, and one (1) year of systems analysis experience designing technical applications on computer systems. The remainder may be specialized or general experience, including work of a technical nature at progressively increasing levels of responsibility. The specialized and general experience may have been gained concurrently. The candidate must have knowledge of state-of-the-art storage and retrieval methods, as well as the ability to formulate specifications for computer programmers to use in coding, testing, and bugging of computer software. For this position only , a graduate degree in computer science or a related field is equivalent of one (1) year of specialized experience and three (3) years general experience, a Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is equivalent to three (3) years general experience, and an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in computer science or a related field is equivalent to one and one-half (1 1/2) years of general experience.
A Software Engineer analyzes complex applications involving all phases of life-cycle support, validates and certifies software components of ISS applications, and interprets software requirements and code design specifications with special reference to their impact upon technical security. Also validates and certifies reusable software components and other software development artifacts for entry into the DoD Software Reuse Repository. Also designs software tools and sub-systems to support software reuse and domain analysis. Also integrates and tests software components. Qualifications for this position include a minimum of three (3) years specialized work experienced as a software engineer, of which two (2) years must be working with Ad, SQL, and a third and a generation languages in the design and implementation of systems, and at least one (1) year working with database management systems. A Bachelor's degree in computer science or related technical discipline is also required. For this position only, an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in computer science and four (4) years experience, including at least one (1) year of Ada and one (1) year of database experience, may be substituted for a Bachelor's degree.
A Communications Hardware Specialist analyzes network and work-station communications hardware characteristics and recommends equipment procurement, removals, and modifications. Also adds, deletes, and modifies, as required, host, terminal, and network devices. Also assists and coordinates with communications network specialists in the area of communications hardware. Also analyzes and implements communications standards and protocols according to site requirements. Qualifications for this position include a minimum of seven (7) years work experience, of which three years must be specialized in installing, testing, and operating network and computer (host) communications equipment (e.g., switches, modems, controllers, terminals, and multiplexers). as well as in using and implementing communications hardware and electrical standards and in using communications hardware test and monitoring devices and analyzing their results. The remainder may be specialized or general experience, including using and managing network and computer communications equipment. The specialized and general experience may have been gained concurrently. For this position only, a graduate degree in computer science or a related field is equivalent to one (1) year of specialized experience and three (3) years general experience, a Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is equivalent to three (3) years general experience, and an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in computer science or a related field is equivalent to one and one-half (1 1/2) years of general experience.
A Communications Software Specialist analyzes network and work-station communications software characteristics and recommends software procurement and modification. Also analyzes network and computer communications software characteristics and recommends equipment procurement, removals, and modifications. Also adds, deletes, and modifies, as required, host, terminal, and network devices. Also assists and coordinates with communications network specialists in h are of communication software. Qualifications for this position include a minimum of seven (7) years work experience, of which three (3) years must be specialized in developing, testing, installing, and operating network and computer (host) communications software (e.t., access method and protocol software, application interfaces, transaction processors, and emulators), as well as in using and implementing communication standards. The remainder may be specialized or general experience pertaining to all aspects of network and computer communications software. The specialized and general experience may have been obtained concurrently. For this position only, a graduate degree in computer science or related field is equivalent to one (1) year of specialized experience and three (3) years general experience, and Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is equivalent to three (3) years of general experience, and an Associate of Arts (AA) degree in computer science or a related field is equivalent to one and one-half (1 1/2) years of general experience.
A Communications Network Manager analyzes network and work-station hardware and software, recommends their modification or replacement, and coordinates research and development with other specialists. Also schedules conversions and cutovers. Also oversees network control center. Also supervises staff and reports to management. Qualifications for this position include a minimum of six (6) years work experience, of which three (3) years must be specialized in supervising the operation and maintenance of communications network systems, and the remainder of which may be specialized or general experience in all aspects of communications networks. The specialized and general experience may have been obtained concurrently. For this position only, a Bachelor's degree in a field applicable to this position, i.e. computer science, engineering, or a related technical discipline, is also required. A graduate degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical discipline is equivalent to one (1) year of specialized experience and three (3) years general experience.
The above was provided by Zhi Hamby-Nye, President, Real Trends, Inc.
zhi@tiac.net
OPS - http://www.oss.net/ops
#2 Here's one for a polygrapher
Gary Brown wrote:
I have a request to recommend the best polygrapher possible. Closer to Oregon
the better.
Any recommendations please contact me ASAP using "A Polygrapher" as the
subject block. (I get as many as 100 messages a day and the "A " will put it
at the head of the list or very near it. Thanks.)
Thanks,
Gerald R. Brown
Principal Consultant
G. Brown & Associates
12162 SW Scholls Ferry Rd, Ste. 120
Tigard, OR 97223-3334
email: gbrown0007@aol.com or gbassoc@aol.com
"Solving Investigations Through Statement Analysis since 1988"
#4
From: "Dye, Michael C" [mcdye@arkons.lmsc.lockheed.com]
Subject: FW: Military Maintenance Humor
I don't often forward these, but this is short, clean, and funny.
Having worked flightline maintenance for 6 years myself I can also
attest to how often writups like this really happen. I'm guilty myself.
"Those who do not have a sense of humor are at the mercy of those of us who do!"
Here are some actual maintenance complaints submitted by
US pilots and the replies from the maintenance crews.
"Squawks" are problem listings that pilots generally leave for
maintenance crews.
Problem: "Left inside main tire almost needs replacement."
Solution: "Almost replaced left inside main tire."
Problem: "Test flight OK, except autoland very rough."
Solution: "Autoland not installed on this aircraft."
Problem #1: "#2 Propeller seeping prop fluid."
Solution #1: "#2 Propeller seepage normal."
Problem #2: "#1, #3, and #4 propellers lack normal seepage."
Problem: "The autopilot doesn't."
Signed off: "IT DOES NOW."
Problem: "Something loose in cockpit."
Solution: "Something tightened in cockpit."
Problem: "Evidence of hydraulic leak on right main landing gear."
Solution: "Evidence removed."
Problem: "DME volume unbelievably loud."
Solution: "Volume set to more believable level."
Problem: "Dead bugs on windshield."
Solution: "Live bugs on order."
Problem: "Autopilot in altitude hold mode produces a 200 fpm descent."
Solution: "Cannot reproduce problem on ground."
Problem: "IFF inoperative."
Solution: "IFF inoperative in OFF mode."
Problem: "Friction locks cause throttle levers to stick."
Solution: "That's what they're there for."
Problem: "Number three engine missing."
Solution: "Engine found on right wing after brief search."
#5 Levi Strauss personnel data stolen
From: "Kevin D. Murray" [murray@spy.busters.com]
A computer hard-drive was stolen containing personal records for about
20,000 current Levi Strauss employees and 20,000 more former employees.
Information included names, addresses, dates of birth, and Social
Security Numbers. Bank-account numbers for direct-depositing retirees were also
present. It is not clear whether this was a theft for the equipment or
an explicit precursor to planned identity theft and credit fraud.
Is there a risk? L-S spokesman Gavin Power said, ``The information is
written in a complicated computer language that would be very difficult
to crack.'' [RISKS readers may chuckle quietly to themselves. Nonreaders
might not understand anyway.] Of course, he added the usual peremptory
remark, ``We are taking steps to make sure this kind of security breach
will not happen again.'' [I suppose they are going to use ``unbreakable''
crypto with the keys stored on the new hard-drive!??] [Source: *San Francisco
Chronicle*, 29 Apr 1997, A1, and 30 Apr 1997, B1.]
Please pardon my cynicism. I guess in a virtual genetic sense,
Levi Strauss *blew genes* all over the place.
(UNVERIFIED)
Kevin
murray@spy.busters.com
#6 Reuters techie brings down trading
From: "Kevin D. Murray" [murray@spy.busters.com]
Title: Another Good Reason to Secure the Phone Rooms and Stratify Entry Authorization, or King Kong vs. The Traders (Guess who wins.)
Wilson Chan Chi-kong, 29, the former employee of Reuters financial
information agency who had sabotaged the dealing-room systems, was
apparently motivated by revenge after a dispute with his superior. The
damage control took more than 1,700 man-hours, and the estimated cost
was HK$1.3 million. He has been jailed. [Source: Reuters Computer Engineer
Jailed For Destroying Files, South China Morning Post via Newsbytes News
Network, 1 May 1997]
(UNVERIFIED)
Kevin
murray@spy.busters.com
#7 If you have questions or need assistance with polygraph areas, keep this address saved in a safe place.
Tim
From: Eye1620@aol.com
Subject: Polygraph
I have no objections to fielding questions from you, or anyone else concerning
the field of Forensic Psychophysiology (aka: polygraph examinations). It is a
field in which I have some expertise, and a great deal of interest. There are
people out there who foster numerous myths about the field, or just have
questions about the subject. While I don't profess to have all the answer (I
may not even have most), I do have many learned compatriots and access to a
great deal of research. An answer can be found. Feel free to call on me.
Take care,
Bill
#8 Upgrade Warning
DISCRETION ADVISED WHEN UPGRADING
Last year a friend of mine upgraded GirlFriend 1.0 to Wife 1.0 and found that it's a memory hog leaving very little system resources for other applications. He is only now noticing that Wife 1.0 also is spawning child processes which are further consuming valuable resources. No mention of this particular phenomena was included in the product brochure or the documentation, though other users have informed him that this is to be expected due to the nature of the application.
Not only that, during intallation Wife 1.0 modifies autoexec.bat such that it is always launched at system initialization where it can monitor all other system activity. He's finding that some applications such as PokerNight 10.3, BeerBash 2.5, and PoolDrool 7.0 are no longer able to run on the system, crashing it when selected (even though they always worked fine before). At installation, Wife 1.0 provides no option as to the installation of undesired Plug-Ins such as MotherInLaw 59.8 and BrotherInLaw Beta release. Also, system performance seems to diminish with each passing day.
Some features he'd like to see in the upcoming wife 2.0.
A "Don't remind me again" button.
The missing 'Minimize' button.
An install shield feature that allows Wife 2.0 be installed with the option to uninstall at anytime without the loss of cache and other system resources.
An option to run the network driver in promiscuous mode which would allow the systems hardware probe feature to be much more useful.
I decided to avoid all of the headaches associated with Wife1.0 by sticking with Girlfriend 2.4. Even here, however, I found problems there too. Apparently you cannot install Girlfriend 2.4 on top of Girlfriend 1.0. You must uninstall Girlfriend 1.0 first. Other users say this is a long standing bug which I should have been aware of.
Apparently the versions of Girlfriend have conflicts over shared use of the I/O port. You think they would have fixed such a stupid bug by now. To make matters worse, The uninstall program for Girlfriend 1.0 doesn't work very well leaving undesirable traces of the application in the system.
Another thing that sucks -- all versions of Girlfriend continually popup little annoying messages about the advantages of upgrading to Wife 1.0.
***** BUG WARNING ********
Wife 1.0 has an undocumented bug. If you try to install Mistress 1.1 before uninstalling Wife 1.0, Wife 1.0 will delete MSMoney files before completing the uninstall. Then Mistress 1.1 will refuse to install, claiming insufficient resources.
*** BUG WORK-AROUNDS ***********
To avoid the above bug, try installing Mistress 1.1 on a different system, preferrably your lap top. Also, beware of similar shareware applications that have been known to carry viruses that may affect Wife 1.0.
Another solution would be to run Mistress 1.0 via a UseNet provider under an anonymous name. Here again, beware of the viruses which can accidently be downloaded from the UseNet.
#9 Forensic Training
From: "Michael R. Anderson"
Hi Tim,
I don't know if you got the word but our web page is now up and running. It
has current training informaton on it as well as some programs for download.
You might want to check it out. Thanks for your support.
Michael R. Anderson, President
New Technologies, Inc.
E-Mail: mrande@teleport.com
Phone : 503-661-6912
Post Office Box 929 2075 North East Division
Gresham, Oregon 97030
Fax: 503-674-9145
Visit our Internet web site at http://www.secure-data.com.
I have received several inquiries reference this area since I posted the original info a month or so ago (has it been that long). Refer any question you may have direct to Mike.