November 13, 2023
Chesapeake, VA: Watershed Security, LLC, an ISO 9001:2015-certified provider of Cybersecurity and Information Technology solutions for defense and civilian markets, has received the HIRE Vets Platinum Medallion award from the U.S. Department of Labor for the hiring, retention, and training of military veterans all over the country. Over 70% of Watershed’s workforce are veterans, and Watershed provides training, continuing education, and career opportunities to help veterans obtain careers in high-demand technical fields.
The HIRE Vets Medallion program was established under the Honoring Investments in Recruiting and Employing American Military Veterans, or HIRE Vets, Act signed into law on May 5, 2017 to recognize employers who hire, retain, and support military veterans. The Platinum Medallion is the highest level of award a company can receive for this program and the citation states that “Watershed Security has demonstrated a model of patriotism worthy of praise as well as a recognition of the value veterans bring to the workplace.”
A veteran himself, Watershed Security CEO Ronald Boustedt commented on receiving the HIRE Vets Award, “As a Veteran of the US Navy, it is my duty to my fellow Veterans to create opportunities for those who have proudly served and to do what they love after their service to our country. I feel it important for all to value our Veterans who have given so much for our nation.”
About Watershed Security, LLC:
Founded in 2003, Watershed provides best-value Information Technology (IT) solutions to government and commercial clients. Watershed specializes in Cybersecurity, enabling our customers to meet their statutory and regulatory requirements in an efficient manner. In addition, we provide Program and Project Management services, IT Engineering & Integration, HealthIT, Intelligence Support and IT Operations support. Watershed is headquartered in Chesapeake, Virginia, serving the greater Tidewater area, and has a regional offices in Colorado and Northern Virginia., serving the National Capital Region. We have personnel deployed throughout the world, from California to Diego Garcia.
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