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Arun Gupta, CEO of NobleReach Foundation and coauthor of _Venture Meets Mission: Aligning People, Purpose and Profit to Innovate and Transform Society__,_ told _AARP Experience Counts_:
“Becoming a cybersecurity professional offers plenty of opportunities for veterans to serve their country again and ensure that the nation and its citizens stay one step ahead of bad actors
around the globe.” Transferable skills include problem-solving, critical thinking, discipline and resilience. TECHNOLOGY From computer programmers to digital designers, the variety of
technology jobs are plentiful in this industry that simultaneously leans on team structure and constant change — two aspects that are no strangers to vets. Trent Hone, vice president of
technology and product innovation with ICF International and author of _Mastering the Art of Command_, told _AARP Experience Counts_: “Throughout my career, I’ve seen veterans succeed in a
variety of IT and product roles. “In software and solution development, they can work well because of their leadership and discipline. Software today is very dynamic; the most effective
methods employ agile techniques which emphasize rapid adjustments and pivots.” CONSTRUCTION Jobs in construction are plentiful due to the labor shortage. According to Associated Builders and
Contractors, at least half a million workers need to be hired who are safety-conscious, project-oriented workers, not unlike seasoned vets. Paul Gennaro, Navy veteran and chief brand and
communications officer at Voya Financial, told _AARP Experience Counts_: “Hire a veteran, and your return on investment has a built-in upside. In construction, or any industry where safety
or attention to detail is a priority, the veteran workforce provides an ample pool of trained experts.” BUSINESS Think marketing, accounting, sales, human resources and management — as well
as drive, commitment and innovation — and you’ve got the business sector. Skills such as analytics, employee relations, time and task management are key and, as with the military, there’s a
focus on mission. “Beyond world-class technical skills that the U.S. military teaches our soldiers, sailors, airmen and Marines, these men and women are also instilled with work ethic,
leadership qualities and team-oriented mindsets that bring value to any workplace,” Gennaro said. BOTTOM LINE These industries are actively hiring. Lean into the skills and experiences you
gained in the military to transition into rewarding, meaningful and lucrative civilian work.