Pros
*Depending on the department, coworkers are extremely talented, kind, and willing to go out of their way to help. I had a few stellar supervisors in my time who have made me a better person. *Ability to "make a difference" serving active duty and retired military and their families.
Cons
*Repeated loss of government contracts resulted in at least one layoff per year starting in 2021, usually between 4-15 people per layoff in my department. *Full reversal on all employee initiatives in the name of "compliance" to anti-DEI government mandates, including removal of five ERGs (including one for veterans) and their employee council. *Benefits shrank, including a reduction in 401k match, higher insurance premiums, and RTO. At the time of my departure RTO varied by department. *Depending on the departments you work with, you will have to endure transphobic, racist, and rude comments. Compliance will tell them to stop, but that was it.