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A report from a group that looks at economic conditions in the Appalachia region of the U.S. says a hydrogen hub proposed for the area already faces significant challenges. The […]
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Applying to what appears to be your dream job?
Your palms are probably sweaty and you are all giddy with excitement. But also a bit worried about how you could stand out in a sea of job hunters.
If other applicants have similar hard skills or competencies as you, you’ll want to do everything you can to keep your resume on the top of the pile. How? You can try sprinkling in several “interesting facts about me” to catch the reader’s attention.
A resume is a one-page presentation of your skills, competencies, professional credentials, and personality traits. Effectively, it shows what type of work you can do (and how well!), plus what kind of a worker you are — independent or strong team player, strong communicator, or analytical thinker.
Remember: Recruiters rank soft skills as important (and sometimes even more so) than your hard skills like job-specific knowledge or proficiency with specific software.…
As the world moves towards decarbonization, the spotlight is increasingly on grid capacity and management. Meeting this challenge demands that grid operators adopt cutting-edge technologies and processes. Embracing innovative solutions is crucial. Bill Meehan: I had the opportunity to talk with Len Jewell, an experienced operational systems integrator for electric utilities. We..
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You open your favorite job search website to browse the latest entries and there it is — an amazing entry-level position in your career field. Unfortunately, you realize very quickly that even those entry-level positions require you to have at least some experience. So, how can a fresher get a job in their industry?
Your best chance is to present yourself as a standout candidate who is worth a bit of time and training. To do this, you will need to write a spectacular resume. We can help with great resume examples for freshers and some writing tips!
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I am a recent college graduate who is interested in developing the skills needed to become a professional in the field of computer-assisted design. I bring a wide range of relevant skills to the table as well as all required certifications. My hope is to contribute coachability and work ethic as I grow with a dynamic company that prioritizes green design and functionality.
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The power and energy sector is one of the most critical areas of our country’s infrastructure, making it a prime target for cybercriminals increasingly looking for ways to infiltrate and disrupt the sector and ultimately the national grid. In fact, the U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report in early 2021 that found the grid, and subsequently its distribution systems that carry electricity from transmission systems to end-users, to be growing targets for large-scale, strategic state-sponsored cyber war operations.
This heightened interest and motivation can be attributed to hackers looking for larger ransomware payouts as well as nation states who consider the sector key to crippling the U.S. economy. High-profile attacks like the Colonial Pipeline have given threat actors more motivation to go after critical infrastructure. These groups continue to mature and adopt sophisticated tactics, techniques, and procedures, while industry leaders look to safeguard their critical systems and essential services.
If recent history is any indication of what we can expect in 2022 and beyond, the power and energy sector must prepare for the worst and prioritize their industrial cybersecurity programs accordingly.…