Better Then Iraq Deployment - In Some Ways - Senior IT Engineer K&L Gates Employee Review

1.0
Jul 31, 2014
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Pros

During K&L Gates tour I was not literally shot at. While some complained about the toilet paper it was about on par with what I used in Iraq. While on tour at K&L Gates it was a little more clear who was preparing to sneak up from behind me and stab me in the back. While on tour at K&L Gates it was easier to turn to alcohol after yet another bad day than it was when I was in Iraq.

Cons

While on tour at K&L Gates I was appreciated less than I was when I was in Iraq even when factoring in the insurgents. At K&L Gates the work environment was more stressful than what it was when I was running patrols in Iraq. At K&L Gates IT Management was even less proficient at tossing good money after bad than Congress was when I was in Iraq.

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5.0
Jul 7, 2026
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Pros

Benefits Work environment PTO Plan

Cons

Accrual of time Mostly in office

4.0
Jul 16, 2026
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Pros

My experience with my team was outstanding, and I genuinely enjoyed the work I performed during my time at the firm. The role was exactly as it had been presented during the interview process, The environment was supportive. My colleagues were always willing to help, share knowledge, and step in when needed. One aspect I particularly appreciated was the team's commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance. I could take PTO with confidence, knowing that I would not return to an unmanageable backlog of work. Additionally, the firm's benefits package was among the most comprehensive and competitive I have encountered in my career. The PTO amount was awesome too.

Cons

As of early 2026, the firm had announced the strategic priority of automating administrative functions with AI chatbots, including my scope of work. Ultimately, I chose to leave due to both the handling of this announcement as well as the growing concern that my role would be replaced by AI.

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