The Army Reserve: serving with flexibility while loving my civilian career https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career <div class="images-v2-count-1"><div class="content-picture image-v2-number-1" id="image-765898"> <div class="social_icons social-buttons-on-image"> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rallypoint.com%2Fanswers%2Fthe-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career%3Futm_source%3DFacebook%26utm_medium%3Dorganic%26utm_campaign%3DShare%20to%20facebook' target="_blank" class='social-share-button facebook-share-button'><i class="fa fa-facebook-f"></i></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=The+Army+Reserve%3A+serving+with+flexibility+while+loving+my+civilian+career&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rallypoint.com%2Fanswers%2Fthe-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career&amp;via=RallyPoint" target="_blank" class="social-share-button twitter-custom-share-button"><i class="fa fa-twitter"></i></a> <a href="mailto:?subject=Check this out on RallyPoint!&body=Hi, I thought you would find this interesting:%0D%0AThe Army Reserve: serving with flexibility while loving my civilian career%0D%0A %0D%0AHere is the link: https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career" target="_blank" class="social-share-button email-share-button"><i class="fa fa-envelope"></i></a> </div> <a class="fancybox" rel="926132d55a3e09c9b468067e35c85192" href="https://d1ndsj6b8hkqu9.cloudfront.net/pictures/images/000/765/898/for_gallery_v2/895199fd.png"><img src="https://d1ndsj6b8hkqu9.cloudfront.net/pictures/images/000/765/898/large_v3/895199fd.png" alt="895199fd" /></a></div></div>When most people first meet me in my civilian cyber career, they’re surprised to learn I served in the Army in combat roles, shoulder to shoulder with United States Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and Special Forces Green Berets. After they get to know me, I’m proud to say I’ve opened their eyes to the personal and professional value available by serving in the United States military while pursuing a non-military career. <br /><br />For me, that mix was only possible in the Army Reserve. <br /><br />I&#39;ve had a long and fulfilling career in the military, serving in the National Guard, Active Duty, and currently in the Army Reserve. I have nearly 20 years of service and have held various positions in the Information Technology (IT), Electronic Warfare (EW), Cultural Support Team (CST), and Cybersecurity. Still today, I find myself utilizing both the combat and leadership skills I gained from my time in uniform to shape my civilian career as a cyber professional. If you haven’t considered this path and you are seeking a challenge or maybe not 100% satisfied with your career, then you owe it to yourself to consider joining the ranks of the Army Reserve.<br /><br />I joined the Army Reserve because I was at a point where I needed more career flexibility than I had while on Active Duty or even the National Guard. <br /><br />When I left AD, like many, I missed the powerful sense of community and camaraderie that we as Soldiers rarely find in civilian careers. But by staying in uniform part time, I still have my military family, plus various benefits including healthcare and education. Today, I have the freedom to further my professional interests. If you&#39;re looking to transition out of the military, joining the Army Reserve can be a great way to get your footing in the civilian world while staying close to the military identity that, if you’re like me, is a core part of who you will always be.<br /><br />I’ve also found there is more flexibility with the Army Reserve than with other branches and components. We have roles where you can live pretty much anywhere in the world, have more Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) options, and travel for duty while balancing a civilian career. The on-the-job education you get in the Army surpasses most I’ve seen anywhere else. You gain soft skills such as leadership, public speaking, and overall command presence that isn&#39;t taught in the civilian sector (and especially in the cyber field, isn’t a natural tendency for many). Your service lets you expand your knowledge set in your chosen field while receiving financial, healthcare, and education benefits that supplement your civilian benefits. <br /><br />It’s clear to me that my time in the military, serving in various roles and branches has enabled me to love my career in the civilian sector. The Army Reserve is an option everyone should consider as a way to balance service with flexible career progression. This wasn’t explained to me when I first joined the Army, so I hope my experience can help you if you’re looking for a career change and are exploring your options.<br /><br />Give the Army Reserve a look. I think you’ll find there’s a lot more there for you than you think: <a target="_blank" href="https://rly.pt/3fGMDFy">https://rly.pt/3fGMDFy</a> <br /><br />Please reach out to me directly if you have any questions. <div class="pta-link-card answers-template-image type-default"> <div class="pta-link-card-picture"> <img src="https://d1ndsj6b8hkqu9.cloudfront.net/link_data_pictures/images/000/787/226/qrc/open-uri20230327-26523-3p3hjk"> </div> <div class="pta-link-card-content"> <p class="pta-link-card-title"> <a target="blank" href="https://rly.pt/3fGMDFy"> How to Join</a> </p> <p class="pta-link-card-description">Official site of the U.S. Army Reserve, the federal military reserve forces of the United States.</p> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:13:01 -0400 The Army Reserve: serving with flexibility while loving my civilian career https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career <div class="images-v2-count-1"><div class="content-picture image-v2-number-1" id="image-765898"> <div class="social_icons social-buttons-on-image"> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rallypoint.com%2Fanswers%2Fthe-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career%3Futm_source%3DFacebook%26utm_medium%3Dorganic%26utm_campaign%3DShare%20to%20facebook' target="_blank" class='social-share-button facebook-share-button'><i class="fa fa-facebook-f"></i></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=The+Army+Reserve%3A+serving+with+flexibility+while+loving+my+civilian+career&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rallypoint.com%2Fanswers%2Fthe-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career&amp;via=RallyPoint" target="_blank" class="social-share-button twitter-custom-share-button"><i class="fa fa-twitter"></i></a> <a href="mailto:?subject=Check this out on RallyPoint!&body=Hi, I thought you would find this interesting:%0D%0AThe Army Reserve: serving with flexibility while loving my civilian career%0D%0A %0D%0AHere is the link: https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career" target="_blank" class="social-share-button email-share-button"><i class="fa fa-envelope"></i></a> </div> <a class="fancybox" rel="2f7a5dc762c8ed2831f18559aa57ac72" href="https://d1ndsj6b8hkqu9.cloudfront.net/pictures/images/000/765/898/for_gallery_v2/895199fd.png"><img src="https://d1ndsj6b8hkqu9.cloudfront.net/pictures/images/000/765/898/large_v3/895199fd.png" alt="895199fd" /></a></div></div>When most people first meet me in my civilian cyber career, they’re surprised to learn I served in the Army in combat roles, shoulder to shoulder with United States Navy SEALs, Army Rangers, and Special Forces Green Berets. After they get to know me, I’m proud to say I’ve opened their eyes to the personal and professional value available by serving in the United States military while pursuing a non-military career. <br /><br />For me, that mix was only possible in the Army Reserve. <br /><br />I&#39;ve had a long and fulfilling career in the military, serving in the National Guard, Active Duty, and currently in the Army Reserve. I have nearly 20 years of service and have held various positions in the Information Technology (IT), Electronic Warfare (EW), Cultural Support Team (CST), and Cybersecurity. Still today, I find myself utilizing both the combat and leadership skills I gained from my time in uniform to shape my civilian career as a cyber professional. If you haven’t considered this path and you are seeking a challenge or maybe not 100% satisfied with your career, then you owe it to yourself to consider joining the ranks of the Army Reserve.<br /><br />I joined the Army Reserve because I was at a point where I needed more career flexibility than I had while on Active Duty or even the National Guard. <br /><br />When I left AD, like many, I missed the powerful sense of community and camaraderie that we as Soldiers rarely find in civilian careers. But by staying in uniform part time, I still have my military family, plus various benefits including healthcare and education. Today, I have the freedom to further my professional interests. If you&#39;re looking to transition out of the military, joining the Army Reserve can be a great way to get your footing in the civilian world while staying close to the military identity that, if you’re like me, is a core part of who you will always be.<br /><br />I’ve also found there is more flexibility with the Army Reserve than with other branches and components. We have roles where you can live pretty much anywhere in the world, have more Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) options, and travel for duty while balancing a civilian career. The on-the-job education you get in the Army surpasses most I’ve seen anywhere else. You gain soft skills such as leadership, public speaking, and overall command presence that isn&#39;t taught in the civilian sector (and especially in the cyber field, isn’t a natural tendency for many). Your service lets you expand your knowledge set in your chosen field while receiving financial, healthcare, and education benefits that supplement your civilian benefits. <br /><br />It’s clear to me that my time in the military, serving in various roles and branches has enabled me to love my career in the civilian sector. The Army Reserve is an option everyone should consider as a way to balance service with flexible career progression. This wasn’t explained to me when I first joined the Army, so I hope my experience can help you if you’re looking for a career change and are exploring your options.<br /><br />Give the Army Reserve a look. I think you’ll find there’s a lot more there for you than you think: <a target="_blank" href="https://rly.pt/3fGMDFy">https://rly.pt/3fGMDFy</a> <br /><br />Please reach out to me directly if you have any questions. <div class="pta-link-card answers-template-image type-default"> <div class="pta-link-card-picture"> <img src="https://d1ndsj6b8hkqu9.cloudfront.net/link_data_pictures/images/000/787/226/qrc/open-uri20230327-26523-3p3hjk"> </div> <div class="pta-link-card-content"> <p class="pta-link-card-title"> <a target="blank" href="https://rly.pt/3fGMDFy"> How to Join</a> </p> <p class="pta-link-card-description">Official site of the U.S. Army Reserve, the federal military reserve forces of the United States.</p> </div> <div class="clearfix"></div> </div> CW3 Private RallyPoint Member Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:13:01 -0400 2023-03-27T10:13:01-04:00 Response by SPC Robert Coventry made Mar 27 at 2023 10:22 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career?n=8200011&urlhash=8200011 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Thanks for the share SPC Robert Coventry Mon, 27 Mar 2023 10:22:19 -0400 2023-03-27T10:22:19-04:00 Response by Sgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 27 at 2023 11:21 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career?n=8200119&urlhash=8200119 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div><a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1951089" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1951089-170a-cyber-operations-technician">CW3 Private RallyPoint Member</a> Thank you for being an excellent role model for the Army Reserve and women that may be considering the military as a career. Sgt Private RallyPoint Member Mon, 27 Mar 2023 11:21:07 -0400 2023-03-27T11:21:07-04:00 Response by CPT David Gowel made Mar 27 at 2023 3:49 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career?n=8200484&urlhash=8200484 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Great post <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1951089" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1951089-170a-cyber-operations-technician">CW3 Private RallyPoint Member</a>. We really need to teach everyone on Active duty from our first day in uniform that when we eventually decide to transition to civilian life, the plan should definitely include service in a Reserve or NG unit. As someone who went from AD Army to USAR, it made a huge positive difference in my life and like you, I found it was a great way to stay close to the culture that defined my entire professional career up to that point while I tried something new as a veteran. Thanks for sharing! CPT David Gowel Mon, 27 Mar 2023 15:49:51 -0400 2023-03-27T15:49:51-04:00 Response by MAJ Byron Oyler made Mar 28 at 2023 12:23 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career?n=8201098&urlhash=8201098 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>When did the US military begin using the SCAR? MAJ Byron Oyler Tue, 28 Mar 2023 00:23:55 -0400 2023-03-28T00:23:55-04:00 Response by COL Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 28 at 2023 6:37 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career?n=8201307&urlhash=8201307 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Appreciate your thoughts, Chief and thanks for all you&#39;re doing in America&#39;s Army Reserve! COL Private RallyPoint Member Tue, 28 Mar 2023 06:37:19 -0400 2023-03-28T06:37:19-04:00 Response by MSgt Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 28 at 2023 5:52 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career?n=8202414&urlhash=8202414 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Outstanding recommendation for our brothers and sisters who aren’t sure where too turn next. Thank you for your dedication and service. God Bless <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1951089" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1951089-170a-cyber-operations-technician">CW3 Private RallyPoint Member</a> and best wishes on future endeavors! MSgt Private RallyPoint Member Tue, 28 Mar 2023 17:52:54 -0400 2023-03-28T17:52:54-04:00 Response by SGT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 28 at 2023 10:19 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career?n=8202698&urlhash=8202698 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div><a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1951089" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1951089-170a-cyber-operations-technician">CW3 Private RallyPoint Member</a> thanks for sharing your experiences with National Guard, Active Duty, and the Army Reserve. This may give someone the info they need to make their decision. SGT Private RallyPoint Member Tue, 28 Mar 2023 22:19:52 -0400 2023-03-28T22:19:52-04:00 Response by CPT Private RallyPoint Member made Mar 30 at 2023 7:43 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career?n=8206123&urlhash=8206123 <div class="images-v2-count-1"><div class="content-picture image-v2-number-1" id="image-766766"> <div class="social_icons social-buttons-on-image"> <a href='https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rallypoint.com%2Fanswers%2Fthe-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career%3Futm_source%3DFacebook%26utm_medium%3Dorganic%26utm_campaign%3DShare%20to%20facebook' target="_blank" class='social-share-button facebook-share-button'><i class="fa fa-facebook-f"></i></a> <a href="https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=The+Army+Reserve%3A+serving+with+flexibility+while+loving+my+civilian+career&amp;url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.rallypoint.com%2Fanswers%2Fthe-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career&amp;via=RallyPoint" target="_blank" class="social-share-button twitter-custom-share-button"><i class="fa fa-twitter"></i></a> <a href="mailto:?subject=Check this out on RallyPoint!&body=Hi, I thought you would find this interesting:%0D%0AThe Army Reserve: serving with flexibility while loving my civilian career%0D%0A %0D%0AHere is the link: https://www.rallypoint.com/answers/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career" target="_blank" class="social-share-button email-share-button"><i class="fa fa-envelope"></i></a> </div> <a class="fancybox" rel="592a9a2d0d8862c63b5bcb83b189195b" href="https://d1ndsj6b8hkqu9.cloudfront.net/pictures/images/000/766/766/for_gallery_v2/083cfb4.jpeg"><img src="https://d1ndsj6b8hkqu9.cloudfront.net/pictures/images/000/766/766/large_v3/083cfb4.jpeg" alt="083cfb4" /></a></div></div>Civilian Career + USAR = Win Win CPT Private RallyPoint Member Thu, 30 Mar 2023 19:43:50 -0400 2023-03-30T19:43:50-04:00 Response by SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth made Apr 8 at 2023 5:11 PM https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career?n=8221046&urlhash=8221046 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>Excellent share <a class="dark-link bold-link" role="profile-hover" data-qtip-container="body" data-id="1951089" data-source-page-controller="question_response_contents" href="/profiles/1951089-170a-cyber-operations-technician">CW3 Private RallyPoint Member</a> SGT David A. 'Cowboy' Groth Sat, 08 Apr 2023 17:11:33 -0400 2023-04-08T17:11:33-04:00 Response by MSG Greg Kelly made Apr 11 at 2023 4:48 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career?n=8224190&urlhash=8224190 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>better a real woman then any and all the fake ones on TV looking for cash and will cheat on you. MSG Greg Kelly Tue, 11 Apr 2023 04:48:44 -0400 2023-04-11T04:48:44-04:00 Response by SFC William Stephens A. Jr., 3 MSM, JSCM made Oct 22 at 2023 2:26 AM https://www.rallypoint.com/command-post/the-army-reserve-serving-with-flexibility-while-loving-my-civilian-career?n=8523203&urlhash=8523203 <div class="images-v2-count-0"></div>SHE&#39;S A KILLER.... SFC William Stephens A. Jr., 3 MSM, JSCM Sun, 22 Oct 2023 02:26:55 -0400 2023-10-22T02:26:55-04:00 2023-03-27T10:13:01-04:00