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25BArmySignal / IT

Information Technology Specialist

Installs, operates, and maintains information technology systems including local area networks, wide area networks, and client/server architectures.

Transferability

9/10

Corporate Titles

  • IT Support Specialist
  • Systems Administrator
  • Network Engineer
  • IT Manager

Skills to Highlight

  • Network administration
  • Systems troubleshooting
  • Security protocols
  • Helpdesk leadership

Recommended Certs

CompTIA A+CompTIA Network+CompTIA Security+Microsoft Azure Fundamentals

Salary Range

$55,000 – $130,000

Median: $87,000

Departments

ITInfrastructureCybersecurityCloud Operations
35FArmyIntelligence

Intelligence Analyst

Produces intelligence assessments by analyzing and interpreting data from multiple sources to support commander decision-making.

Transferability

8/10

Corporate Titles

  • Threat Intelligence Analyst
  • Competitive Intelligence Analyst
  • Data Analyst
  • Business Intelligence Analyst

Skills to Highlight

  • Multi-source analysis
  • Structured analytic techniques
  • Report writing
  • Briefing senior leaders

Recommended Certs

CISSPCEHCompTIA CySA+SANS GIAC

Salary Range

$60,000 – $140,000

Median: $95,000

Departments

CybersecurityStrategyRiskBusiness Intelligence
92AArmyLogistics

Automated Logistical Specialist

Supervises and performs management or warehouse functions in order to maintain supplies and equipment.

Transferability

8/10

Corporate Titles

  • Logistics Coordinator
  • Supply Chain Analyst
  • Warehouse Manager
  • Inventory Control Specialist

Skills to Highlight

  • Inventory management
  • ERP systems
  • Supply chain coordination
  • Record keeping

Recommended Certs

APICS CSCPAPICS CPIMSix Sigma Green BeltLean Practitioner

Salary Range

$45,000 – $110,000

Median: $72,000

Departments

Supply ChainLogisticsOperationsProcurement
11BArmyCombat Arms

Infantryman

Serves as a member of infantry units. Employs, fires, and recovers anti-armor weapons and crew-served weapons. Leads small unit operations under extreme conditions.

Transferability

7/10

Corporate Titles

  • Operations Manager
  • Security Manager
  • Law Enforcement Officer
  • Project Lead

Skills to Highlight

  • Leadership under pressure
  • Team cohesion
  • Physical endurance
  • Mission planning

Recommended Certs

PMPSix SigmaEMT CertificationSecurity+ (if transitioning to security)

Salary Range

$40,000 – $100,000

Median: $65,000

Departments

OperationsSecurityEmergency ManagementField Services
68WArmyMedical

Combat Medic Specialist

Provides emergency medical treatment, limited primary care, and health protection to Soldiers. Functions as the first-line medical care provider in the operational environment.

Transferability

9/10

Corporate Titles

  • Emergency Medical Technician
  • Paramedic
  • Medical Assistant
  • Healthcare Administrator
  • Clinical Coordinator

Skills to Highlight

  • Emergency medical care
  • Triage and assessment
  • Patient advocacy
  • Medical documentation

Recommended Certs

EMT-BasicNREMT-ParamedicBLS/ACLSCertified Medical Assistant (CMA)

Salary Range

$38,000 – $120,000

Median: $68,000

Departments

HealthcareEmergency ServicesClinical OperationsPatient Care
25UArmySignal / IT

Signal Support Systems Specialist

Maintains unit-level signal equipment, configures networks, and provides technical assistance to maintain communications systems.

Transferability

8/10

Corporate Titles

  • Network Technician
  • Telecom Specialist
  • Field Service Engineer
  • IT Support Analyst

Skills to Highlight

  • Radio and satellite communications
  • Network configuration
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Technical documentation

Recommended Certs

CompTIA Network+CompTIA Security+Cisco CCNAITIL Foundation

Salary Range

$50,000 – $110,000

Median: $78,000

Departments

ITTelecommunicationsInfrastructureField Operations
15TArmyAviation Maintenance

UH-60 Helicopter Repairer

Performs maintenance, repairs, and adjustments on UH-60 helicopters and related systems to maintain flight-ready status.

Transferability

8/10

Corporate Titles

  • Aircraft Mechanic
  • Aerospace Technician
  • Aviation Maintenance Inspector
  • Quality Control Specialist

Skills to Highlight

  • Aviation safety protocols
  • Mechanical troubleshooting
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Technical manual interpretation

Recommended Certs

FAA A&P LicenseFAA IA AuthorizationAS9100 Quality Auditor

Salary Range

$55,000 – $120,000

Median: $83,000

Departments

AviationMaintenanceQuality AssuranceField Services
42AArmyHuman Resources

Human Resources Specialist

Provides HR support through personnel actions, records management, promotions, awards processing, and casualty operations.

Transferability

9/10

Corporate Titles

  • HR Coordinator
  • HR Generalist
  • People Operations Specialist
  • Talent Acquisition Coordinator

Skills to Highlight

  • Personnel records management
  • Benefits administration
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Onboarding

Recommended Certs

SHRM-CPPHRWorkday HCM CertificationHRCI Associate

Salary Range

$45,000 – $105,000

Median: $70,000

Departments

Human ResourcesPeople OperationsTalent AcquisitionCompliance
ITNavySignal / IT

Information Systems Technician

Operates and maintains sophisticated computer systems and telecommunications aboard ships and ashore. Manages network security and communication systems.

Transferability

9/10

Corporate Titles

  • Network Administrator
  • Systems Engineer
  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • IT Operations Specialist

Skills to Highlight

  • Network operations
  • Cybersecurity fundamentals
  • Systems administration
  • Satellite communications

Recommended Certs

CompTIA Security+Cisco CCNACompTIA Network+CISSP (senior)

Salary Range

$55,000 – $130,000

Median: $88,000

Departments

ITCybersecurityNetwork OperationsCommunications
HMNavyMedical

Hospital Corpsman

Provides a wide range of medical services to Navy and Marine Corps personnel in support of fleet and operational requirements.

Transferability

9/10

Corporate Titles

  • Medical Assistant
  • EMT / Paramedic
  • Surgical Technician
  • Healthcare Coordinator

Skills to Highlight

  • Patient care
  • Medical triage
  • Surgical assistance
  • Medical records management

Recommended Certs

NREMTCNAPhlebotomy TechnicianBLS/ACLS/PALS

Salary Range

$38,000 – $110,000

Median: $65,000

Departments

HealthcareClinical OperationsEmergency ServicesPublic Health
CTNNavyIntelligence / Cyber

Cryptologic Technician Networks

Performs network warfare operations, digital network exploitation, and cyberspace operations to support fleet and national-level missions.

Transferability

9/10

Corporate Titles

  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Penetration Tester
  • Threat Intelligence Analyst
  • SOC Analyst

Skills to Highlight

  • Network intrusion analysis
  • Cyber threat intelligence
  • Digital forensics
  • SIGINT collection

Recommended Certs

CISSPCEHOSCPCompTIA CySA+SANS GIAC GCIA

Salary Range

$70,000 – $160,000

Median: $110,000

Departments

CybersecurityThreat IntelligenceSOCRed Team / Blue Team
LSNavyLogistics

Logistics Specialist

Procures, receives, stores, and issues all types of military supplies and material. Maintains inventory records and manages the shipboard supply function.

Transferability

8/10

Corporate Titles

  • Supply Chain Coordinator
  • Procurement Specialist
  • Inventory Analyst
  • Logistics Manager

Skills to Highlight

  • Inventory control
  • Procurement processes
  • Vendor coordination
  • ERP/supply systems

Recommended Certs

APICS CPIMCPSMLean Six SigmaAPICS CSCP

Salary Range

$45,000 – $105,000

Median: $72,000

Departments

Supply ChainProcurementLogisticsOperations
0311MarinesCombat Arms

Rifleman

The basic Marine infantry MOS. Engages and destroys enemy forces in close combat. Leads small teams under stress and austere conditions.

Transferability

7/10

Corporate Titles

  • Operations Supervisor
  • Security Specialist
  • Law Enforcement Officer
  • Emergency Manager

Skills to Highlight

  • Extreme composure under pressure
  • Team leadership
  • Discipline and accountability
  • Rapid decision-making

Recommended Certs

PMPEMTSecurity Management CertificateSix Sigma Yellow Belt

Salary Range

$40,000 – $95,000

Median: $63,000

Departments

OperationsSecurityEmergency ManagementField Services
0651MarinesCyber / IT

Cyber Network Operator

Plans, installs, and maintains computer networks and cyber systems. Conducts offensive and defensive cyberspace operations in support of Marine Corps missions.

Transferability

9/10

Corporate Titles

  • Network Engineer
  • Cybersecurity Analyst
  • Cyber Operations Specialist
  • SOC Engineer

Skills to Highlight

  • Network defense
  • Vulnerability assessment
  • Cyber incident response
  • Security architecture

Recommended Certs

CompTIA Security+CISSPCEHCisco CCNPSANS GIAC

Salary Range

$65,000 – $145,000

Median: $100,000

Departments

CybersecurityNetwork OperationsITRed/Blue Team
3051MarinesLogistics

Warehouse Clerk

Performs supply administration and operations, maintains inventory, processes supply documents, and manages material handling equipment.

Transferability

7/10

Corporate Titles

  • Warehouse Supervisor
  • Inventory Specialist
  • Supply Chain Associate
  • Distribution Coordinator

Skills to Highlight

  • Inventory management
  • Material handling
  • Supply documentation
  • Logistics coordination

Recommended Certs

APICS CPIMForklift CertificationLean Six SigmaOSHA 10

Salary Range

$40,000 – $90,000

Median: $60,000

Departments

WarehouseSupply ChainDistributionOperations
3D0X2Air ForceCyber / IT

Cyber Systems Operations

Operates, administers, and defends Air Force network and computer systems. Ensures mission-critical information systems remain available and secure.

Transferability

9/10

Corporate Titles

  • Systems Administrator
  • Cybersecurity Engineer
  • Cloud Operations Specialist
  • Network Security Analyst

Skills to Highlight

  • Windows/Linux administration
  • Cloud infrastructure
  • Vulnerability management
  • Security hardening

Recommended Certs

CompTIA Security+AWS Solutions ArchitectCISSPMicrosoft Azure Administrator

Salary Range

$60,000 – $145,000

Median: $98,000

Departments

ITCybersecurityCloud OperationsNetwork Engineering
1A8X1Air ForceIntelligence

Airborne Cryptologic Language Analyst

Performs airborne collection missions on specialized reconnaissance aircraft. Exploits foreign communications using language skills and SIGINT techniques.

Transferability

8/10

Corporate Titles

  • Threat Intelligence Analyst
  • Linguist / Translator
  • Intelligence Consultant
  • Risk Analyst

Skills to Highlight

  • Foreign language proficiency
  • SIGINT analysis
  • Rapid pattern identification
  • High-stress mission focus

Recommended Certs

CISSPCompTIA CySA+ODNI-recognized Language ProficiencySANS GIAC

Salary Range

$65,000 – $140,000

Median: $96,000

Departments

IntelligenceCybersecurityRiskGovernment Affairs
2T2X1Air ForceLogistics

Air Transportation

Manages the loading and unloading of military cargo and personnel onto military and commercial aircraft. Ensures safe and efficient airlift operations.

Transferability

8/10

Corporate Titles

  • Logistics Coordinator
  • Cargo Operations Manager
  • Supply Chain Specialist
  • Transportation Planner

Skills to Highlight

  • Cargo coordination
  • Air freight operations
  • Weight and balance
  • Regulatory compliance

Recommended Certs

IATA Dangerous GoodsAPICS CPIMSix Sigma Green BeltFAA Ground Security Coordinator

Salary Range

$45,000 – $100,000

Median: $68,000

Departments

LogisticsTransportationSupply ChainCargo Operations
5C0X1Space ForceSpace Operations

Command and Control Operations

Operates space-based command and control systems. Manages satellite communications, space surveillance, and missile warning missions.

Transferability

8/10

Corporate Titles

  • Satellite Operations Engineer
  • Network Operations Center Analyst
  • Systems Integration Specialist
  • Mission Operations Specialist

Skills to Highlight

  • Satellite systems operation
  • Mission-critical monitoring
  • Command and control procedures
  • Data link management

Recommended Certs

CompTIA Security+AWS Certified DeveloperCisco CCNAGIAC GCED

Salary Range

$65,000 – $145,000

Median: $100,000

Departments

Space OperationsNetwork OperationsSatellite SystemsMission Assurance
6C0X1Space ForceAcquisition / Contracting

Contracting

Plans, manages, and executes the purchase of supplies and services using appropriated funds. Develops acquisition strategies and manages contract performance.

Transferability

9/10

Corporate Titles

  • Contract Manager
  • Procurement Specialist
  • Acquisition Analyst
  • Vendor Manager

Skills to Highlight

  • Federal acquisition regulations
  • Contract negotiation
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Cost/price analysis

Recommended Certs

DAWIA Contracting Level IIICFCMPMPCPCM

Salary Range

$60,000 – $130,000

Median: $90,000

Departments

ProcurementContractsVendor ManagementAcquisition
MECoast GuardLaw Enforcement

Maritime Enforcement Specialist

Conducts law enforcement boardings, search and rescue operations, and port security missions. Enforces federal laws on navigable waters.

Transferability

8/10

Corporate Titles

  • Law Enforcement Officer
  • Security Manager
  • Compliance Investigator
  • Federal Agent

Skills to Highlight

  • Federal law enforcement
  • Boarding team leadership
  • Port security
  • Use of force judgment

Recommended Certs

USCG Law Enforcement TrainingEMTFEMA Emergency ManagementCPR/First Aid Instructor

Salary Range

$50,000 – $110,000

Median: $74,000

Departments

Law EnforcementSecurityComplianceEmergency Management
IT-CGCoast GuardSignal / IT

Information Systems Technician

Maintains and operates advanced telecommunications and information systems aboard cutters and at shore commands. Manages network infrastructure and cybersecurity.

Transferability

9/10

Corporate Titles

  • Network Administrator
  • IT Specialist
  • Telecommunications Technician
  • Cybersecurity Analyst

Skills to Highlight

  • Network administration
  • Radio communications
  • Systems troubleshooting
  • Cybersecurity fundamentals

Recommended Certs

CompTIA Network+CompTIA Security+Cisco CCNAITIL Foundation

Salary Range

$52,000 – $120,000

Median: $82,000

Departments

ITCommunicationsCybersecurityNetwork Operations
MKCoast GuardEngineering / Maintenance

Machinery Technician

Maintains and repairs diesel engines, gas turbines, pumps, and other machinery aboard Coast Guard cutters and boats.

Transferability

8/10

Corporate Titles

  • Mechanical Engineer Technician
  • Plant Maintenance Supervisor
  • Marine Engineer
  • Facilities Maintenance Manager

Skills to Highlight

  • Diesel and turbine engine repair
  • Preventive maintenance programs
  • Equipment troubleshooting
  • Safety compliance

Recommended Certs

USCG Third Assistant Engineer LicenseOSHA 30Six Sigma Green BeltCertified Maintenance Reliability Professional (CMRP)

Salary Range

$48,000 – $110,000

Median: $74,000

Departments

EngineeringFacilitiesMaintenanceManufacturing