I got RIF'd over two years ago from Verizon. Best thing that ever happened. I've got a better job, better pay, better management and better work environment. So don't worry folks you'll be fine.
But I just got this "job opportunity" email today .... for a long-term Verizon job. I don't recommend anyone apply for it:
"11/17/16 10:08 AM
Hello
My name is Barani and I'm an IT recruiter at Newt Global. Our records show that you are an experienced IT professional with experience in _below skills_. This experience is relevant to one of my current openings.
It is located in Alpharetta, GA.
Client - Verizon
Duration - Longterm
Design and code from specifications, analyzes, evaluates, tests, debugs, documents, and implements complex software apps
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Uses coding methods in specific programming languages to initiate or enhance program execution and functionality
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Participate in the evaluation, recommendation, and selection of hardware and software solutions
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Perform project management of estimating, scheduling, and monitoring tasks
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Performs expert-level engineering tasks associated with the analysis, design, and development of computer hardware, firmware, embedded systems, and/or operating systems
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Develop, maintain, and report intranet metrics "