I do work for the federal government, yes. I'm trying to leave, though. It's a long and boring story, but the short version is the pay is poor, the attrition rate is high, and I don't feel like I'm making a difference. I looked at the loan -> PSLF plan, but I don't want to stay another 10 years, and its not guaranteed anyway. I've watched a lot of my friends and colleagues struggle with unclear guidance and changing rules. I'm trying to get out to make more money, do more substantial work, and gov isn't the place for that.