Consultant Connection – December 2019

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December 2019 My IT Contract is Ending - What's Next? While the majority of IT contracts are often extended, and can go on for years at a time, they are not permanent and do eventually end. In this blog post, we detail the steps an IT contractor should take, before their contracts completion, to ensure they're putting themselves in the best possible position to land another job. Read the blog >> Advancing Your IT Career An IT skills gap occurs when the workforce demand for a specific IT job role exceeds the supply of trained and qualified workers. It's a fact of life for IT employers and it's a problem they're stuck with. However, it's a boon for workers. Despite the demand, though, employers aren't hiring just anyone - they're still looking for qualified professionals. In this blog post, we discuss the different ways IT professionals can advance their careers. Read the blog >>​​ READ OUR BLOG > IT Business Analyst This is a full-time position based out of Newark, DE. Our client is seeking a junior-level IT Business Analyst to review, analyze, and evaluate business systems and user needs. Apply now >>​ Java Software Engineer Our client is seeking a well-rounded Java Software Engineer to provide leadership and a strategic vision while facilitating the definition of project deliverables. This is a full-time role. Apply now >> Salesforce Developer In this role, the Salesforce Developer will be responsible for the design, development, testing and implementation of customizations, applications, extensions and integrations. This is a full-time position. Apply now >> VIEW ALL JOBS > Charlie Grimes This month we shine the spotlight on Charlie Grimes! Working as a Network Administrator for the State of Delaware's Department of Technology and Information, Charlie works with various state agencies in order to keep systems running throughout the state. Let's take a moment to learn more about him in this month's Fast Five. Years and projects worked on at PSCI? 6 years as a Network Administrator for State of Delaware (DTI). Favorite weekend hobby? Billiards What was your favorite TV show when growing up? Charlie's Angels If you could go anywhere in the world on vacation, where would you go? The West Indies What separates PSCI from other consulting firms you've worked with? PSCI has a great benefits package for their salaried consultants and they have a great management team!! In case you missed them, check out these recent top reads from publications across the industry. And be sure to connect with PSCI on LinkedIn, Facebook and Twitter to stay in-the-know about the latest trends and resources. Why You Should Think Twice About Ghosting a Recruiter Tech That Changed the World This Decade 15 Data Science Certifications That Will Pay Off 'Tis the Season ...of giving! For the sixth year in a row, PSCI consultants (both active and inactive) and internal staff have donated portions of their paychecks to the Adopt-A-Family program via the Bringing Hope Home foundation. These generous donations have not only helped supply an abundance of gifts to families battling cancer this holiday season but have also helped us contribute over $1000 in bill support! ​Thank you to everyone who contributed and warm wishes to all! Retirement on the Brain ​PSCI's 401k provider, The Standard, produces Retirement on the Brain seminars to help individuals improve their retirement readiness - and we've added them to our website! This month's topic: Retirement Planning Life Stages PSCI | One Righter Parkway, Suite 280 | Wilmington, DE 19803 302.479.9700 | info@psci.com | www.psci.com​