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Fears of a Security Brain Drain
Annalee Newitz , SecurityFocus 2002-04-10

Some computer security professionals are already feeling the pinch from a new Defense Department policy discouraging contractors from hiring non-citizens. The Pentagon says it's about loyalty; visa holders call it classic xenophobia.

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German in America
It is interesting to hear all the comments. Americans seem to always think that they are the best engineers, the best programmers, the best whatever. Think of it that way: it is a great incentive for any national to work with people from other countries. I came to the US to broaden my horizon, to contribute to another country. Now, here is an example: My startup went belly up. I was laid off at the end of one week, I had a new job at the end of the next week. And this was this year. At the worst of all times. And I am certainly not cheap. When you know your work, have a good qualification you can get a job. Just don't expect that you will get one just because you are American. In my homecountry we have the equivalent of H1s. People get a work permit for a certain period of time. IF they are qualified and have a job and are getting paid similar amounts of money. So, to all the whiners: suck it up, learn, stay qualified and all doors will be open! No matter where you want to go.

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