Many accounting and finance professionals dream of becoming a chief financial officer (CFO). For many, being a CFO represents a career peak. It can also feel very prestigious, making it particularly enticing. However, as with all C-suite opportunities, you can’t become a CFO straight out of school. Instead, you need to dedicate years to the… Read more »
Many software engineers who are early in their careers shy away from job opportunities with enterprise firms. In some cases, they assume that they won’t be able to stand out from their coworkers, quickly becoming lost in a large team. In others, engineers fear that work won’t be engaging, particularly since the company focuses on… Read more »
While many companies are increasingly aware of the importance of cybersecurity, a surprising number are ill-equipped to address the threats they face today, let alone what they’ll see tomorrow. As a result, they turn to IT professionals with specialized expertise, ensuring they have access to skilled employees who can secure their systems. By acquiring a… Read more »
Recently, the Department of Defense (DoD) announced that a new cybersecurity standard is in development. It is being formed in conjunction with a new certification for defense contractors: the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC). The goal of the CMMC is to address cybersecurity deficiencies within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and to enhance supply chain… Read more »
Artificial intelligence (AI) has already made waves in the recruitment and hiring arenas. Often, AI-based tools can help assess a candidate’s capabilities and even identify talent through sources other than internal recruitment systems. Many of them tout their ability to assist companies with finding great hires faster, frequently by screening out those who don’t seem… Read more »
While it can take a significant amount of time and effort to become a senior accountant, many who work in those positions still have aspirations beyond their current role. Transitioning from senior to manager is a common goal, and the number of opportunities to do so only seems to be increasing. However, making the move… Read more »