Training and Development Manager
$115KHigh match
High demand
Skills to develop
- — SHRM or ATD certification
- — Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS)
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19Z · ARMY · EnlistedArmor Senior
Armor Senior
Sergeant.
Army 19Z (Armor Senior Sergeant). 160 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $80K–$115K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.
Training hours160DoD pipeline
ACE creditACEUp to 3 semester hours in leadership and management
Tech roles4mapped to your code
Civilian pathways5validated
Cert coverage2/5direct + partial
/ 01 · Tech Roles
Roles your code maps to.
Industry tech roles your 19Z 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 19Z training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.
Already have11
- 01M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank Fire Control System→ Industrial process control systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs)
- 02Joint Battle Command-Platform (JBC-P)→ Real-time collaborative mapping and communication platforms (e.g., ESRI ArcGIS with real-time data feeds)
- 03Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS)→ Commercial artillery and gunnery software and ballistics modelling software
- 04Tactical Airspace Integration System (TAIS)→ Air traffic control systems, airspace management software
- 05Digital Training Management System (DTMS)→ Learning Management Systems (LMS) like Moodle, Canvas, or Skillsoft
- 06Army Training Requirements and Resources System (ATRRS)→ Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems for training and development management (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors Learning)
- 07All Source Analysis System (ASAS)→ Data analytics platforms, threat intelligence platforms
- 08Rapid Prioritization→ Project Management, Incident Response, Resource Allocation
- 09Team Synchronization→ Agile Development, Cross-functional Collaboration, Workflow Management
- 10Situational Awareness→ Risk Management, Threat Detection, Proactive Decision-Making
- 11After-Action Analysis→ Performance Improvement, Process Optimization, Lessons Learned Implementation
To learn08
The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.
+Agile methodologies+Project management software (e.g., Jira, Asana)+Cloud computing basics (AWS, Azure, or GCP)+Linux fundamentals and scripting (Bash, Python)+Networking concepts (TCP/IP, DNS, Firewalls)+Security tools (e.g., SIEM, IDS/IPS)+Data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Excel, Python pandas)+IT systems analysis and design principles
How VWC fits
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Where your code lands.
Operations Manager
$105KHigh match
High demand
Skills to develop
- — Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
- — Lean Six Sigma certification
Logistics Manager
$95KGood match
Growing demand
Skills to develop
- — Supply chain management certification
- — APICS certification
Security Manager
$85KGood match
Stable demand
Skills to develop
- — Certified Protection Professional (CPP) certification
- — OSHA safety standards knowledge
Emergency Management Director
$80KModerate match
Stable demand
Skills to develop
- — Emergency management certifications (e.g., CEM)
- — HAZMAT training
- — Public administration knowledge
/ 04 · Hidden Strengths
What the code built.
Cognitive skills your 19Z training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.
Rapid Prioritization
Armor Senior Sergeants constantly assess incoming information, threats, and operational requirements to determine the most critical tasks and allocate resources effectively in dynamic combat environments.
Transfers to
The ability to quickly evaluate competing demands, assess risk, and allocate resources to address the most urgent and impactful issues, ensuring efficient operations and minimizing potential negative consequences.
Team Synchronization
This role requires coordinating diverse teams, including armor crews, support personnel, and command staff, to execute complex operations with precision and efficiency. You're a master of aligning individual efforts towards a common goal.
Transfers to
Expertise in coordinating multidisciplinary teams, managing workflows, and fostering clear communication to ensure seamless collaboration and the achievement of shared objectives.
Situational Awareness
Armor Senior Sergeants maintain a constant awareness of the battlefield, tracking enemy movements, assessing terrain, and anticipating potential threats to make informed decisions and protect their teams.
Transfers to
A heightened ability to perceive and understand the surrounding environment, anticipate potential risks and opportunities, and make proactive decisions to optimize outcomes and mitigate negative impacts.
After-Action Analysis
You are responsible for leading and participating in after-action reviews, meticulously analyzing past operations to identify lessons learned, improve future performance, and refine tactical procedures.
Transfers to
Proficiency in conducting comprehensive reviews of past performance, identifying areas for improvement, and implementing corrective actions to enhance future outcomes and organizational effectiveness.
/ 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 orchestrating complex operations under pressure for years. Your ability to rapidly prioritize, maintain situational awareness, and coordinate teams makes you exceptionally well-suited to lead emergency response efforts.
Adjacent · MatchLogistics Manager
SOC 11-3071.00Your experience in planning, coordinating, and supervising logistical operations in the military translates seamlessly to managing complex supply chains and distribution networks in the civilian sector. You excel at resource optimization and procedural compliance.
Adjacent · MatchProject Manager
SOC 11-9199.11You've honed your skills in planning, coordinating, and executing complex projects under tight deadlines. Your ability to manage resources, lead teams, and adapt to changing circumstances makes you a valuable asset in any project-driven environment.
Adjacent · MatchIntelligence Analyst
SOC 15-2051.00You already have extensive experience collecting, interpreting, and analyzing intelligence information. You can leverage your analytical skills and attention to detail to excel in the civilian sector, where you can use your military experience to give you an edge in analyzing threats and identifying vulnerabilities.
Adjacent · Match/ 06 · Training & Certs
What you trained on.
Academy
Advanced Leader Course (ALC)
Fort Benning160hHours
4wkWeeks
ACECredit
Up to 3 semester hours in leadership and management
Topics · 8
- Advanced Gunnery Skills
- Platoon and Company Operations
- Leadership Development
- Training Management
- Mission Planning
- NCOER Writing and Counseling
- Military Intelligence
- Communications
Partial coverage · 2
- Project Management Professional (PMP)60%
Formal project management methodologies, specific PMBOK Guide knowledge areas, and project management tools/software.
- Certified Training and Development Professional (CTDP)70%
Specific instructional design models, needs assessment techniques, and evaluation methodologies.
Recommended next · 03
- Senior Professional in Human Resources (SPHR)Adjacent
- SHRM Senior Certified Professional (SHRM-SCP)Adjacent
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)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 |
|---|---|---|
| M1A2 Abrams Main Battle Tank Fire Control System | Industrial process control systems, programmable logic controllers (PLCs) | Weapons |
| Joint Battle Command-Platform (JBC-P) | Real-time collaborative mapping and communication platforms (e.g., ESRI ArcGIS with real-time data feeds) | Networking |
| Advanced Field Artillery Tactical Data System (AFATDS) | Commercial artillery and gunnery software and ballistics modelling software | Operations |
| Tactical Airspace Integration System (TAIS) | Air traffic control systems, airspace management software | Operations |
| Digital Training Management System (DTMS) | Learning Management Systems (LMS) like Moodle, Canvas, or Skillsoft | Operations |
| Army Training Requirements and Resources System (ATRRS) | Enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems for training and development management (e.g., SAP SuccessFactors Learning) | Operations |
| All Source Analysis System (ASAS) | Data analytics platforms, threat intelligence platforms | Operations |
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