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Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider (O-4/O-5 Billet) Non-Supervisory

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Location: Batavia, New York Batavia, New York

Posted Jul 13, 2024

The position is for a Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider (APP) within the ICE Health Service Corps (IHSC) Office of the Deputy Assistant Director of Clinical Services Psychiatric Services Program. The incumbent will serve as a Psychiatric APP, whether they are a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), a Psychiatric Physician Assistant (Certified PsychPAC), or a Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist (BCPP). The position is only open to USPHS officers and Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates.

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Summary This Healthcare Engineer position is located in Facilities Management at the Manchester VA Medical Center This position is fulltime at 40 hours per week NOTE This is an open and continuous job opportunity announcement Requirements Conditions of Employment You must be a US Citizen to apply for this job Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12311959

Healthcare Engineer

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Manchester, New Hampshire Manchester, New Hampshire

Posted Jul 13, 2024

This Healthcare Engineer position is located in Facilities Management at the Manchester VA Medical Center. This position is fulltime at 40 hours per week. The job involves planning, executing, and documenting complex multifaceted healthcare facility construction projects and inspections, and identifying problems and developing innovative solutions within the context of applicable rules, regulations, and procedures.

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Healthcare Engineer

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Manchester, New Hampshire Manchester, New Hampshire

Posted Jul 13, 2024

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Supervisory Police Officer (Title 32)

Company: Department of the Air Force - Air National Guard Units

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Salt Lake City, Utah

Posted Jul 13, 2024

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supervisory position health systems support health operations unit

Health Services Administrator (O-5 Billet) Supervisory

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Location: Elizabeth, New Jersey Elizabeth, New Jersey

Posted Jul 13, 2024

The position is for a Health Services Administrator in the Department of Homeland Security's Immigration and Customs Enforcement, reporting to the Regional Health Services Administrator. The incumbent will supervise a team of Public Health Services Officers, federal General Schedule employees, and contractors, and will be responsible for providing healthcare services to detainees in ICE custody.

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Police Officer (Title 32)

Company: Department of the Air Force - Air National Guard Units

Location: Salt Lake City, Utah Salt Lake City, Utah

Posted Jul 13, 2024

National Guard Police Officer position in Salt Lake City, Utah, requiring military membership, law enforcement experience, and compatibility with military assignments.

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Summary of this position Direct Hire Authority solicitation About the Position

INTERDISCIPLINARY ENGINEER/ARCHITECT (PROJECT ENGINEER)

Company: Department of the Army - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Location: West Point, New York West Point, New York

Posted Jul 13, 2024

This is a Direct Hire Authority DHA solicitation for a Career Field Construction Engineering Infrastructure position. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field, and one year of specialized experience in preparing contractor submittals, conducting field surveillance, and participating in contract negotiations.

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MECHANICAL ENGINEER

Company: Department of the Navy - Naval Facilities Engineering Systems Command

Location: New London, Connecticut New London, Connecticut

Posted Jul 13, 2024

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies for a Mechanical Engineer position in the Department of the Navy. The position requires a US Citizen, specialized experience in mechanical and HVAC projects, and a professional engineering degree or equivalent.

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Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider (O-4/O-5 Billet) Non-Supervisory

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Location: Batavia, New York Batavia, New York

Posted Jul 13, 2024

The position is for a Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider (APP) within the ICE Health Service Corps (IHSC) Office of the Deputy Assistant Director of Clinical Services Psychiatric Services Program. The incumbent will serve as a Psychiatric APP, whether they are a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP), a Psychiatric Physician Assistant (Certified PsychPAC), or a Board Certified Psychiatric Pharmacist (BCPP). The position is only open to USPHS officers and Call to Active Duty (CAD) candidates.

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Must be a US citizen Security Requirements Special Sensitive Basic Requirement A Bachelors Degree or higher Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology ABET

Interdisciplinary Engineer

Company: Department of Defense - Defense Contract Management Agency

Location: Hudson, New Hampshire Hudson, New Hampshire

Posted Jul 13, 2024

Summary: This is an open continuous job announcement for an Interdisciplinary Engineer position. The job requires a Bachelor's Degree or higher in professional engineering, and one year of specialized experience. The position is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, and requires a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security access.

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Direct Hire Authority DHA solicitation Contracting Officers Representative qualification Army Acquisition and Technology Workforce position

INTERDISCIPLINARY ENGINEER/ARCHITECT (PROJECT ENGINEER)

Company: Department of the Army - U.S. Army Corps of Engineers

Location: West Point, New York West Point, New York

Posted Jul 13, 2024

This is a Direct Hire Authority DHA solicitation for a Career Field Construction Engineering Infrastructure position. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, or a related field, and one year of specialized experience in preparing contractor submittals, conducting field surveillance, and participating in contract negotiations.

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Health Services Administrator (O-5 Billet) Supervisory

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Location: Elizabeth, New Jersey Elizabeth, New Jersey

Posted Jul 13, 2024

The position is for a Health Services Administrator in the Department of Homeland Security's Immigration and Customs Enforcement, reporting to the Regional Health Services Administrator. The incumbent will supervise a team of Public Health Services Officers, federal General Schedule employees, and contractors, and will be responsible for providing healthcare services to detainees in ICE custody.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical hourly or weekly rates for contract tech roles at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level contractors earn $30–$50 per hour, mid‑level $50–$80, senior‑level $80–$120, specialist roles such as AI/ML or security typically $100–$150, and lead or architect positions can exceed $150 per hour. Regional cost of living and the specific technology stack also influence these ranges.
What skills and certifications are most sought after for contract tech positions?
High‑demand skills include cloud platform expertise (AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Azure Solutions Architect, GCP Professional Cloud Architect), Kubernetes & Helm, Terraform, CI/CD tools like Jenkins or GitLab CI, security certifications such as CISSP or CompTIA Security+, data engineering tools (Snowflake, BigQuery), programming languages (Python, Go, TypeScript), and Agile or Scrum facilitation. Demonstrated project experience on similar stacks is often required.
Can contract tech roles be performed remotely, and what is the typical remote work policy?
Approximately 80–90% of contract tech positions are fully remote, with clients providing VPN access and collaboration tools. Some contracts may require occasional on‑site visits for client meetings or data‑center access, but most clients emphasize a remote‑first workflow and enforce compliance with local data‑residency laws.
How can contractors advance their careers while staying in contract work?
Contractors can build a strong portfolio, specialize in high‑paying stacks, pursue advanced certifications, and secure retainer or multi‑project contracts. Continuous learning keeps rates high, and many contractors transition into permanent roles with the same clients or move into consulting, contract management, or specialized advisory positions.
What current industry trends are influencing the demand for contract tech talent?
Digital transformation, cloud migration, AI/ML adoption, cybersecurity needs, remote‑first culture, microservices architecture, edge computing, and the rise of platform‑as‑a‑service (PaaS) are driving companies to hire contractors for rapid experimentation, scaling, and expertise that is too scarce for full‑time positions.

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