Security Consultant
$130KHigh match
High demand
Skills to develop
- — Cybersecurity certifications (CISSP, CISM)
- — Consulting experience
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1190 · NAVY · OfficerSpecial Operations
Special Operations
Officer.
Navy 1190 (Special Operations Officer). 1,560 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $50K–$130K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.
Training hours1,560DoD pipeline
ACE creditACEUp to 30 semester hours recommended
Tech roles4mapped to your code
Civilian pathways5validated
Cert coverage2/5direct + partial
/ 01 · Tech Roles
Roles your code maps to.
Industry tech roles your 1190 background maps to — picked from BLS-anchored occupations using your training, cognitive skills, and systems experience.
Sort · Match descending
/ 02 · Skill Bridge
The gap, named.
What 1190 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.
Already have05
- 01Operating 'Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (SUAS)'→ Drone control system interaction and operational deployment.
- 02'Rapid Prioritization' in high-stakes environments→ Incident response and critical system troubleshooting.
- 03'Team Synchronization' during 'Small Unit Tactics'→ Agile project coordination and collaborative software development.
- 04'Adversarial Thinking' for mission planning→ Threat modeling and identifying system vulnerabilities.
- 05Managing 'Advanced Weapons Systems'→ Interfacing with complex hardware and real-time system management.
To learn05
The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.
+C / C++ programming fundamentals+ROS / ROS 2 (Robot Operating System) basics+Linux command line and scripting (Bash/Python)+Threat modeling methodologies (e.g., STRIDE)+Real-time operating systems (RTOS) concepts
How VWC fits
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Where your code lands.
Project Manager
$110KGood match
High demand
Skills to develop
- — PMP certification
- — Agile methodologies
Emergency Management Director
$95KGood match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
- — HAZMAT training
- — Emergency planning certifications
Corporate Security Manager
$120KGood match
Stable demand
Skills to develop
- — Security management certification (CPP)
- — Risk assessment methodologies
Wilderness First Responder/EMT
$50KModerate match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
- — EMT certification
- — Advanced wilderness medical training
/ 04 · Hidden Strengths
What the code built.
Cognitive skills your 1190 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.
Rapid Prioritization
As a SEAL officer, you constantly make split-second decisions under immense pressure, quickly assessing threats, mission objectives, and available resources to prioritize actions for mission success and personnel safety.
Transfers to
This ability to rapidly prioritize in high-stakes environments translates directly to civilian roles requiring decisive leadership and resource allocation under tight deadlines.
Situational Awareness
SEAL training and operations demand exceptional situational awareness. You're trained to maintain a comprehensive understanding of your surroundings, anticipate potential threats, and adapt strategies accordingly, even in dynamic and unpredictable environments.
Transfers to
Your heightened situational awareness makes you adept at quickly grasping complex situations, identifying potential risks and opportunities, and making informed decisions in fast-paced civilian settings.
Team Synchronization
SEAL missions rely heavily on seamless teamwork and coordination. You're skilled at synchronizing actions with your team, ensuring everyone is working together efficiently towards a common goal, even in high-stress situations.
Transfers to
Your expertise in team synchronization allows you to effectively lead and coordinate teams in civilian organizations, fostering collaboration and maximizing productivity to achieve shared objectives.
Adversarial Thinking
Your special operations training hones your ability to anticipate and counter enemy tactics. You learn to think like your adversary, identifying vulnerabilities and developing strategies to exploit them, ensuring mission success.
Transfers to
This skill translates to anticipating market trends, competitor moves, and potential challenges in the business world. You're equipped to develop proactive strategies and mitigate risks effectively.
/ 05 · Non-Obvious Matches
Roles the recruiter won't suggest.
Adjacent civilian roles your training maps to that conventional military-to-civilian advice tends to miss.
Emergency Management Director
SOC 11-9161.00You've been rigorously trained to handle crises, assess risks, and coordinate resources under pressure. Your experience in special operations equips you with the leadership and decision-making skills necessary to effectively manage emergency situations and protect communities.
Adjacent · MatchLogistics Manager
SOC 11-3071.00You've been responsible for planning and executing complex operations involving the movement and management of personnel and equipment. Your ability to optimize resource allocation and ensure smooth logistical operations makes you well-suited for this role.
Adjacent · MatchBusiness Continuity Planner
SOC 13-1199.00You've honed your ability to anticipate potential disruptions and develop contingency plans to maintain operational effectiveness. Your experience in high-stakes environments makes you an ideal candidate for ensuring business resilience and minimizing downtime in the face of unexpected challenges.
Adjacent · Match/ 06 · Training & Certs
What you trained on.
Academy
Special Operations Training Pipeline
Various Locations1,560hHours
78wkWeeks
ACECredit
Up to 30 semester hours recommended
Topics · 8
- Underwater Demolition
- Small Unit Tactics
- Land Warfare
- Close Quarters Combat (CQC)
- Parachute Operations
- Maritime Operations
- Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE)
- Advanced Weapons Systems
Partial coverage · 2
- Wilderness First Responder (WFR)70%
Some medical protocols and civilian-specific emergency response procedures.
- Certified Personal Trainer (CPT)60%
Specific exercise science principles, nutrition guidelines, and program design methodologies.
Recommended next · 03
- Project Management Professional (PMP)Adjacent
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)Adjacent
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)Adjacent
/ 07 · Systems Translation
What you ran, in their words.
Military systems you operated and their civilian equivalents for your resume.
| Military System | Civilian Equivalent | Domain |
|---|---|---|
| Diving Life Support System (DLSS) | Commercial diving rebreathers and support equipment (e.g., Kirby Morgan, Dräger) | Operations |
| Combat Rubber Raiding Craft (CRRC) | Inflatable boat with outboard motor (e.g., Zodiac Milpro, Avon) | Operations |
| Enhanced Night Vision Goggle (ENVG) | High-end night vision optics (e.g., FLIR, Pulsar) | Operations |
| Special Operations Forces Personal Radio (SOFPR) | Encrypted handheld two-way radios (e.g., Motorola APX series with encryption) | Operations |
| Maritime Insertion Kit (MIK) | Tactical dive gear sets including wetsuits, fins, and masks comparable to brands like Aqualung and Scubapro | Operations |
| Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (SUAS) - e.g., Black Hornet | Commercial drones with advanced sensors (e.g., DJI Matrice series, Parrot ANAFI) | Aviation |
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