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Soldier indicted and accused of selling sensitive military information
The soldier is accused of selling national defense information and faces charges for bribing a public official.
Is it worth delaying retirement to maximize high-3 at next GS level?
Your “high-3” average pay is the highest average basic pay you earned during any 3 consecutive years of service.
By Reg Jones
US seeks to fund Israeli laser as Army considers Iron Beam’s potential
The U.S. Army is eyeing Iron Beam as a possible alternative laser to augment its own fire protection capability.
By Jen Judson
Is my special rate pay safe from changes in agency policy?
Agencies can cancel a special rate authority at any time. Here's how it could effect you.
By Reg Jones
What happens after the money I paid into a FERS retirement runs out?
The Federal Employees Retirement System provides benefits from three different sources: a Basic Benefit Plan; Social Security; and the Thrift Savings Plan.
By Reg Jones
When should I apply for a deferred federal retirement?
Your FERS Annuity is the pension you receive from the Federal Employee Retirement System.
By Reg Jones
How many years of service are needed for a FERS retirement?
The Federal Employees' Retirement System is the retirement system for employees within the United States civil service.
By Reg Jones
Does my ‘High-3′ FERS calculation include locality pay boost?
Your “high-3” average pay is the highest average basic pay you earned during any 3 consecutive years of service.
By Reg Jones
Opinions
Defending critical infrastructure on the cyber battlefield
Organizations should apply the National Institute of Standards and Technology Cybersecurity Framework’s five core functions, the author argues.
By Matt Lembright
Does a special salary rate count toward my ‘High-3′ FERS calculation?
Your “high-3” average pay is the highest average basic pay you earned during any 3 consecutive years of service.
By Reg Jones
How is a FERS disability retirement special provision rate calculated?
FERS applicants are eligible as long as they have at least 18 months of credible service with the federal government.
By Reg Jones