Michael Brown, the Pentagon’s nominee to lead Defense Department acquisition didn’t face a layoff, but he did withdraw his nomination due to ongoing allegations about bypassing hiring regulations while at the Defense Innovation Unit. Although the DIU has grown the Pentagon’s military capabilities under Brown’s leadership, before he could make a dent on artificial intelligence and hypersonic technology acquisition efforts, allegations from within DIU began to surface. Brown acknowledged the impact allegations would have on the confirmation process and resumed his role at DIU.
Layoffs Impacting the Cleared Industry
| Computer Task Group Inc |
NY-based Computer Task Group, Inc (CTG) has plans to layoff 89 people as of August 31. The layoff notice was submitted in Colorado for the multinational computer-technology company. CTG offers information-technology staffing, IT solutions, automation and data and analytics, as well as other functions. |
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Hiring impacting the Cleared Industry
| Northrop Grumman | A $13.3 billion contract for Northrop Grumman brings 5,000 STEM jobs to Utah. Almost two years ago, Northrop Grumman began building the Roy Innovation Center, and last fall, their award for the construction of 400 new intercontinental ballistic missiles puts Northrop Grumman in hiring mode. The contractor has plans to add 1,000 jobs each year, with 100 employees being added month-over- month so far. |
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Opportunity to Watch
Red 6, a technology and defense firms sets up new headquarters in Miami, FL, as well as a new technology hub in Orlando.
“The move will allow Red 6 to build a presence in two great cities within a state that leads the United States in business friendliness, corporate openness, and economic growth,” said Daniel Robinson, Founder and CEO of Red 6. “Red 6 is excited to be one of the many businesses recognizing the benefits and opportunities Florida has to offer,” continued Robinson.
This move is a strategic business decision for Red 6 and its customers. Following a highly successful $30M Series A round, Red 6 carefully selected these two sites to help drive its expeditious growth. “Florida is attractive for many reasons; high quality education systems and talent availability, the state’s competitive operating costs, present and projected economic growth trajectory, government investment in infrastructure, access to military customers at nearby centers of excellence, a business-friendly culture, and more,” said Maissan Almaskati, Chief Financial Officer of Red 6.
Orlando’s proximity to Florida’s internationally renowned simulation and training industry creates the ideal foundation for Red 6’s next phase of growth.
“We are thrilled to be in Florida, and with high-skill and high-wage jobs we know we will attract and retain the world-class talent developed here,” said Robinson.
