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WHAT WE DO

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One of the fastest growing systems integration firms, Cornerstone Defense is the premier provider of IT staffing solutions for the Intel, DoD & Space community.

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  • Virginia
    13454 Sunrise Valley Drive, Suite 100
    Herndon, VA 20171
    Maryland
    2288 Blue Water Blvd, Suite 330
    Odenton, MD 21113
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    443.769.1559
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    703.691.5100
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Back with our β€œguess the local spot!” Series … does this backdrop look familiar to you!? If so, drop us a comment and tell us what you love about this spot. And hey while you’re here …we’re hiring!!! πŸ˜‚πŸ€— Check out the JD, below, for one of our hottest jobs right now. πŸ”₯


Title: ELM Technical Manager
Location: Annapolis Junction, MD
Salary Range: $200 - $220K

This role requires a strong functional knowledge of PeopleSoft ELM and its as well as the following diverse skill sets:

Excellent interpersonal skills to interact with customers, executive leaders, and team members.

Ability to assess the high-level architectural design, research potential implementation road maps, and conduct feasibility assessments.

Ability to translate technical requirements reflecting customers desired outcomes helping developers produce the best product possible

Drive towards customer buy in and drive development processes when needed
Excellent analytical and creative problem-solving skills for design, creation and testing of software.

Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Deep functional knowledge across HCM, Financials and Education applications.
Specifically with the PeopleSoft ecosystem with strong experience to make recommendations for low cost and long-term maintenance

Deep reporting background and expertise with understanding of various technologies spanning vendors. Understanding data warehouse theory and concepts. Work with end users to generate reporting artifacts, as well as explain concepts and help users with little or no technical background.
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No matter which copywriter you agree with πŸ˜‚ the core mission stays the same. πŸš€ The truth is, we have people working across a ton of different office/sites, and they represent every vibe imaginable. We don’t have a rigid corporate mold. We like real people, down-to-earth people, and tell-the-truth-straight-and-quick people. πŸ‘₯

If you want to do high-impact national security work alongside a team that keeps it 100% genuine, we have a place for you. βœ… We’re hiring across cyber, IT infrastructure, and systems engineering. Check out our open roles today!
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When your team loves what they do, it shows! ✨ We recently surprised an employee with a spot bonus after they received fantastic feedback from their on-site management team.
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Their reaction? β€œIt’s cool to be recognized for having so much fun. I love my job.” πŸ₯Ήβ€οΈ
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Moments like this are exactly why we do what we do. We believe hard work and a great attitude deserve immediate recognition. That’s why our spot bonus program rewards:
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πŸ‘₯ Employee Referrals – Bringing other rockstars to the team.
πŸ—£οΈ Client & Customer Recommendations – Going above and beyond for our partners.
πŸ‘ Management Praise – Catching the eyes of leadership.
🎈 One-Off Wins – Celebrating extra-mile efforts whenever and wherever we can!
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A huge thank you to our entire team for making our work so rewarding every single day! πŸ™Œ
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When your team loves

🚨 GIVEAWAY ALERT! 🚨 We’ve got some new cornerstone mascots around the office and they really brighten up the day! ✨ Want one to level up your desk or workspace? Here is your chance to win!
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We are giving away a matching set of our brand-new, ultra-cute office mascots to one lucky winner and their bestie! πŸ‘―β€β™‚οΈ Whether you need a splash of magic or some out-of-this-world energy, we’ve got you covered.
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Pick your squad leader from these pictures:
πŸ§œβ€β™€οΈ The Magical Mermaid – For those deep-dive focus sessions
🐯 The Feisty Tiger – To bring out your fierce, go-getter energy
πŸ‘½ The Quirky Alien – For out-of-this-world creative ideas
πŸ¦„ The Majestic Unicorn – To add a little sparkle to your daily tasks
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1️⃣ COMMENT your favorite mascot from these pictures (Mermaid, Tiger, Alien, or Unicorn).
2️⃣ TAG a friend who needs to brighten up their workspace, too!
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That’s it! πŸŽ‰ If your name is drawn, we’ll send your favorite mascot straight to your desk, AND one over to your tagged friend, too! 🎁
Can’t wait to see if you win? You can also head over to our Swag Store right now to order the whole crew and build your ultimate desk lineup! πŸ›οΈβœ¨
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πŸ—“οΈ Contest ends on 9/14. Β Good luck! πŸš€
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✨ Lunch & Learn vibes! ✨
Our recruiting team gathered in the conference room today for a delicious lunch from one of our favorites β€” Chopsticks πŸ₯‘πŸ˜‹ β€” and an energizing training session led by our Recruiting Manager!
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We spent the afternoon diving into new AI capabilities within our CRM πŸ€–πŸ’‘. As we continue learning and adopting tools that help us move faster and work smarter, one thing remains non-negotiable: real human connection comes first. ❀️
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AI can help boost our efficiency, support our workflows, and streamline processes across recruiting and operations β€” but it will never replace the genuine conversations, meaningful outreach, and personal relationships our recruiters build every single day. 🌟
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At the end of the day, our people are our strength β€” and we’re excited to keep learning, growing, and connecting together. πŸ’¬πŸ€πŸ’™
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