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Tech5 Solutions Inc. Full-time Hybrid, Virginia, United States $140k - $150k / year 1w ago
Security Engineer Job Tittle: Senior Security Engineer Clearance: Secret Location: Springfield, VA   The Security Engineering Team (SET) is required to provide network maintenance and special projects engineering su...
Senior Veritas eDiscovery Platform (eDP) Engineer Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated Senior Veritas eDiscovery Platform (eDP) Engineer to join a fast-paced and har...
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Senior Veritas eDiscovery Platform (eDP) Engineer Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated Senior Veritas eDiscovery Platform (eDP) Engineer to join a fast-paced and har...
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Senior Veritas Enterprise Vault Engineer Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated Senior Veritas Enterprise Vault Engineer to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to...
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Senior Veritas Enterprise Vault Engineer Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated Senior Veritas Enterprise Vault Engineer to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to...
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Senior Discovery Database Administrator (DBA) Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated Senior Discovery Database Administrator to join a fast-paced and hard-working team...
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Senior Discovery Database Administrator (DBA) Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated Senior Discovery Database Administrator to join a fast-paced and hard-working team...
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Discovery Database Administrator (DBA) Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated Discovery Database Administrator to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist wit...
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Discovery Database Administrator (DBA) Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated Discovery Database Administrator to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist wit...
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APEX Developer Employment Type: Full-Time, High-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated APEX Developer to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist with any legal accounts. As an APEX Developer, you...
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Discovery IT System Administrator Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated Discovery IT System Administrator to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist with an...
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Relativity SME Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: eDiscovery CGS is seeking a Relativity SME to join our team, you will join an experienced team and work directly with Relativity’s staff as needed to res...
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Relativity SME Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: eDiscovery CGS is seeking a Relativity SME to join our team, you will join an experienced team and work directly with Relativity’s staff as needed to res...
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Senior Data Specialist II Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: eDiscovery CGS is seeking an experienced Senior Data Specialist II with extensive knowledge of litigation discovery processes to provide assis...
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Senior Data Specialist II Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: eDiscovery CGS is seeking an experienced Senior Data Specialist II with extensive knowledge of litigation discovery processes to provide assis...
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Senior Data Specialist Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: eDiscovery CGS is seeking an experienced Senior Data Specialist with extensive knowledge of litigation discovery processes to provide assistance...
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Senior Data Specialist Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: eDiscovery CGS is seeking an experienced Senior Data Specialist with extensive knowledge of litigation discovery processes to provide assistance...
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eDiscovery Analytics Lead  Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced  Department: Legal As an eDiscovery Analytics Lead for Contact Government Services, you will be using your legal experience to aid a large federal agency...
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Discovery IT System Administrator Employment Type: Full-Time, Executive-Level Department: Legal    CGS is seeking a dedicated Discovery IT System Administrator to join a fast-paced and hard-working team to assist with an...
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eDiscovery Analytics Lead  Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced  Department: Legal As an eDiscovery Analytics Lead for Contact Government Services, you will be using your legal experience to aid a large federal agency...
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E-Discovery Application Administrator II Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: Legal Services CGS is seeking a dedicated worker with exceptional experience in the eDiscovery space to support a large federal...
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E-Discovery Application Administrator II Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: Legal Services CGS is seeking a dedicated worker with exceptional experience in the eDiscovery space to support a large federal...
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Senior UI/UX Designer II Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: Information Technology CGS is seeking a Senior UI/UX Designer to join our team supporting a wide-ranging technical support initiative for a lar...
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Senior UI/UX Designer II Employment Type: Full-Time, Experienced Department: Information Technology CGS is seeking a Senior UI/UX Designer to join our team supporting a wide-ranging technical support initiative for a lar...
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Drupal Developer  Employment Type: Full-Time  Department: Developer  CGS is seeking a Drupal Developer to join our team supporting a wide-ranging technical support initiative for a large Federal agency. CGS brings motiva...
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Job Title: Mechanical & Electrical Assembler Job Description We are seeking a dedicated Mechanical & Electrical Assembler who will be responsible for constructing frames, sub-assemblies, cooling systems, and encl...
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Electrical Systems Engineer The reputation of Dell Technologies for delivering award-winning hardware is legendary and our Hardware Engineering team is at the heart of it. We design and develop analogue as well as digita...
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Job Title: Commercial Electrical Apprentice *Job Description: Seeking Commercial Electricians to support journeymen on large-scale commercial projects throughout the Des Moines metro area. This role focuses exclusively o...
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Description: By bringing together people that use their passion for purposeful innovation, at Lockheed Martin we keep people safe and solve the world's most complex challenges. Our people are some of the greatest minds i...
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Job Title: Electrical Designer Job Description The Electrical Designer plays a crucial role in transforming electrical schematics into detailed point-to-point wiring diagrams and control panel layouts. These documents gu...
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1. What IT and Engineering Do (High Level)

Information Technology (IT)

  • Focuses on computing systems, software, networks, and data
  • Supports, builds, and secures digital infrastructure
  • Plays a key role in automation, cybersecurity, and digital transformation

Engineering

  • Applies math, science, and technical principles to design and build solutions
  • Covers both software and physical systems
  • Drives innovation in infrastructure, products, and technology

2. Common IT Jobs

Entry-Level / Early Career

  • IT Support Specialist / Help Desk Technician
  • Junior Software Developer
  • Systems Administrator (Junior)
  • QA Tester

Mid-Level Roles

  • Software Engineer / Developer
  • Network Engineer
  • Database Administrator
  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Cloud Engineer

Senior / Leadership Roles

  • Senior Software Engineer
  • IT Manager
  • Solutions Architect
  • Director of IT
  • Chief Information Officer (CIO)

Key IT Skills

  • Programming (Python, Java, JavaScript, C#)
  • Networking & systems (Linux, Windows, TCP/IP)
  • Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
  • Cybersecurity & compliance
  • Troubleshooting and automation

3. Common Engineering Jobs

Core Engineering Disciplines

  • Software Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electrical & Electronics Engineering
  • Civil Engineering
  • Chemical Engineering
  • Industrial Engineering
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Environmental Engineering

Entry-Level / Early Career

  • Graduate Engineer / Junior Engineer
  • Engineering Technician
  • Design Engineer (Junior)

Mid-Level Roles

  • Project Engineer
  • Systems Engineer
  • Process Engineer
  • Quality Engineer

Senior / Leadership Roles

  • Senior Engineer / Principal Engineer
  • Engineering Manager
  • Director of Engineering
  • Chief Technology Officer (CTO)

Key Engineering Skills

  • Technical design & analysis
  • CAD and simulation tools
  • Problem-solving & critical thinking
  • Project management
  • Compliance and safety standards

4. Industries That Hire IT & Engineering Professionals

  • Technology & SaaS
  • Manufacturing & automotive
  • Construction & infrastructure
  • Energy & utilities
  • Healthcare & biotech
  • Aerospace & defense
  • Finance & fintech
  • Government & public sector

5. Career Growth & Pay Potential

  • Both fields offer strong job demand and competitive salaries
  • IT roles often evolve faster due to rapid tech changes
  • Engineering roles offer long-term specialization and leadership paths
  • Certifications (AWS, Cisco, PMP, PE) can boost earnings and mobility

6. Who Should Choose Which?

Choose IT if you enjoy:

  • Working with computers and software
  • Continuous learning and fast-changing tech
  • Automation, security, and data

Choose Engineering if you enjoy:

  • Designing and building solutions
  • Applying math and science
  • Working on tangible, real-world projects


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