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Spotlight: DoD launches IT-professional exchange program
The Defense Department announced July 1 a pilot program that will allow federal information-technology workers to trade spots with counterparts in the private sector, according to a DoD press release. The Information Technology Exchange Program, was authorized by the fiscal 2010 National Defense Authorization Act, and will place personnel in 3-month to 1-year assignments.
"Sharing information and leveraging best practices are critical components of education and continuous learning," said Teri Takai, DoD chief information officer in a statement. "ITEP provides an opportunity for both industry and DoD to learn from each other--to enhance employees' IT competencies and technical skills."
More information is available at the ITEP website.
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