Can a Veteran find a decent post military career pretty much anywhere?

SFC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 12 Oct 2019 21:42:38 -0400

I retire in just over five years and am looking to be closer to family in Savannah, GA when I do. I'm aware of USAJOBS and Clearancejobs, etc. My main concern is do any of you belive I could find a decent paying job with a contractor or DoD around the Savannah/Fort Stewart area? Looking to use my clearnace and jobs that interest me the most are Security Specialist and Background Investigator. I'll work on my certs and am on my way to finishing my Bachelor's in Intelligence Studies. Any advice is much appreciated.

Response by PV2 Robert H. made Oct 12 at 2019 9:46 PM

PV2 Robert H. — Sat, 12 Oct 2019 21:46:12 -0400

Check out PAE. They have jobs just about EVERYWHERE. And that is a position i know they support (atleast here in VA/DC/MD)

Response by PV2 Robert H. made Oct 12 at 2019 9:48 PM

PV2 Robert H. — Sat, 12 Oct 2019 21:48:49 -0400

I am to assume you have TS/SCI++ right Ssgt? If so, that leave almost no door closed to you! Shoot me a PM if youd like me to reach out to the recruiters for the GA area. I can always see what they've got for you!

Response by LTC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 12 at 2019 10:20 PM

LTC Private RallyPoint Member — Sat, 12 Oct 2019 22:20:17 -0400

Yes. Do a MDMP on the AO that you plan on retiring. First thing for that area is who is hiring. Develop your Rolodex now and start shaking hands and meeting people. It’s all about who you know.

Response by CW4 Craig Urban made Oct 12 at 2019 10:54 PM

CW4 Craig Urban — Sat, 12 Oct 2019 22:54:47 -0400

Go GS

Response by CW4 Craig Urban made Oct 12 at 2019 10:57 PM

CW4 Craig Urban — Sat, 12 Oct 2019 22:57:24 -0400

Plenty of Jobs at Stewart. My best friend commanded the DISCOM at Fort Stewart. COL Rick Schwartzman. He now lives in Mount Vernon VA.

Response by SPC Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 13 at 2019 12:04 AM

SPC Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 13 Oct 2019 00:04:40 -0400

There’s always NSAG....? As a Fox I think you will have no problems finding work. I’m always checking the job market and I see Fox stuff everywhere. SIGINT not so much. You prob already know about The Army Cool website. There is a job search tool on there I found to be helpful doing job queries plus they offer free certificate training/education for your MOS. I’d even hit the DMDC office and talk to one of the civilians and see if they can share some knowledge on how to get into the civilian sector. Networking is the way to go for us Intel folks. Best of luck to you.

Response by SSG Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 13 at 2019 2:07 AM

SSG Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 13 Oct 2019 02:07:51 -0400

Yup! So back when I was going to get out last year (before I re-up'd) I went through hireheroes.org. They set me up with a specialist there and I sent them my ERB along with my NCOERs, schools, etc. and she did a resume for me. I put it up online and I still get job offers, mainly contracting security stuff. But that's where I started; http://www.hireheroes.org

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Response by SGT Marvin Shiplips made Oct 13 at 2019 8:42 AM

SGT Marvin Shiplips — Sun, 13 Oct 2019 08:42:01 -0400

not if you were an 11b10 in vietnam war

Response by MAJ Richard Cheek made Oct 13 at 2019 9:46 AM

MAJ Richard Cheek — Sun, 13 Oct 2019 09:46:22 -0400

Not necessarily to get into the 2d career I had to move to Raleigh from Bragg. I offered a friend a position as my assistant. His wife did not want to move from Fayetteville. His loss it was a career position.

Response by SGM Erik Marquez made Oct 13 at 2019 10:31 AM

SGM Erik Marquez — Sun, 13 Oct 2019 10:31:31 -0400

Yes and no.
A Vet can find a job almost anywhere .
A Vet with a specific job in mind, be it in a known career field they think they have knowledge in, or a field they want to get into.. the answer is no...and the vet needs to be ready to move to where THAT job is.
In example, I could have had one of several high paying jobs posts separation, leveraging my career, last job position and folks I knew...but every one of those jobs required a move, and that was a non starter for my family and I.

Response by SSG Red Hoffman made Oct 13 at 2019 12:26 PM

SSG Red Hoffman — Sun, 13 Oct 2019 12:26:17 -0400

There is a lot of opportunities available on Linked In ( http://www.linkedin.com ). I recommend that you get a resume posted there and keep an eye out for jobs that seem suited to you.

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Response by TSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Oct 13 at 2019 8:41 PM

TSgt Private RallyPoint Member — Sun, 13 Oct 2019 20:41:04 -0400

Start making connections on LinkedIn as well. Network and it's never too early to start. Reach out to your friends and family in the area you want to live and keep abreast of what's available in the area.

Response by CAPT Kevin B. made Oct 15 at 2019 11:44 AM

CAPT Kevin B. — Tue, 15 Oct 2019 11:44:17 -0400

MILs can do great out in the commercial sector. They don't do as great when they overplay the MIL Card in their resume, interview, and their own head. Don't rub other peoples' noses into your service. While you're out there, make sure you demonstrate how you'll make the company more successful and how next to zero overhead you'll impose on them. Companies hire people who can help them make money easier. Show them easier.

Response by SSG Michael Noll made Oct 16 at 2019 5:21 PM

SSG Michael Noll — Wed, 16 Oct 2019 17:21:42 -0400

Is Hunter Army Air Field still there? Even Ft. Stewart is only 45 minutes or so away.