Cornerstone Defense LLC is a Small Business servicing the Intelligence, Defense, and Space communities of the U.S. Government. Cornerstone Defense specializes in cloud architecture, enterprise engineering, systems and network engineering, systems and network security, and application and software development. We use these foundational technology areas to deliver solutions for data analytics, cyber, and space/mission operations, customized to meet mission requirements. We are headquartered in Herndon, VA, with employees working across the U.S including DC, MD, CO, UT, NM, HI, and CA. At Cornerstone Defense, you’ll find a partner that values strong relationships, excellence, and teamwork. Our team is a network of professionals who are dedicated to providing agile, secure, and efficient solutions to support mission success. With Cornerstone Defense, you’re not just choosing a service provider, but a committed, steadfast team with a culture designed to excel.
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Fun share today from Ginny Blair, our Director of Marketing and Operations at Cornerstone, about our quartlerly employee newsletters. What do you think about our new print edition copies?! What things do you love or look for in an engaging employee newsletter? One of our favorite parts of our "Around the Corner" Newsletter is the Community Corner, where employees can share recent personal or professional milestones or fun news with the rest of our team. Drop us a comment and let us know how you think our print copies turned out! ⬇️⬇️📩📩
Employee Spotlight alert! Our Q3 company newsletter was about Innovation and Growth. Matt Warden, one of our fantastic Technical Recruiters, weighed in on how he brings innovation into his daily work. Let us know what you think of Matt's ideas, and feel free to share with us what are some of your favorite ways to bring innovation into your work day!
"As a recruiter, my role is to build relationships with candidates to support them throughout the submittal and interview process, which becomes even more essential when they transition into employees. Establishing a personal and genuine connection is most effective through face-to-face interactions. However, with the constant movement of individuals within the cleared space, it can be challenging to find time in people's busy schedules, especially when they are located across multiple states and time zones.
To overcome this, I leverage today's technology, such as Uber Eats and Microsoft Team meetings, to connect with candidates who are beyond my local area. Initial conversations over a virtual call can sometimes feel awkward, so I find it helpful to order coffee or lunch. Sharing a meal, even virtually, helps break down barriers and creates a relaxed atmosphere—especially when candidates choose a local restaurant I'm unfamiliar with, which serves as a great icebreaker. Combining food delivery services with virtual meetings allows me to connect more effectively with candidates or employees, no matter where they are located across the country."
We had our first ever Game Night at the office this past Friday and it was a blast! On the Border provided a delicious taco buffet and our amazing Director of Contracts made some absolutely delectable homemade margaritas to go with. 🌮🍹The favorites of the night were definitely Mario Kart on the N64, and we also had a hoot playing Taboo (it truly is the game of Unspeakable Fun, as they say! 🤣) Thanks to all those who attended, and we can't wait to have another game night soon and continue this new Cornerstone tradition! If you'd like to be invited to game nights in the future, drop us a comment and we'll make sure you are in the know. 👍🏻Any recommendations for other favorite game night games?!
Donations have started to trickle in for Hurricane Helene Relief efforts! We will also be here tomorrow between 10AM-2PM to accept donations, all of which will be driven down to North Carolina this Monday, 10/7. Thank you all for your generous contributions so far and we hope to see quite a few tomorrow as well! Our office address is: 13454 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 100, Herndon, VA 20171.
In light of the devastating hurricane that has impacted North Carolina this past week, we have an opportunity to come together and support those in need. We are collecting donations to assist the affected communities and help them recover from this tragedy. We have a connection that will be filling several trailers and trucks with supplies and driving them down to North Carolina this coming Monday.
If you’re able to donate, we are looking for items from the list, below. They can be delivered to our office tomorrow between the hours of 9am-5pm or Saturday between 10am-2pm. Your generous contributions can make a significant difference in the lives of those who are struggling during this difficult time.
Let’s show our support and compassion for our neighbors in North Carolina. Thank you for your kindness and willingness to help.
