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Adapted Housing Grants: Adapted Housing Grants from the Department of Veteran Affairs (VA) offers housing grants for veterans and service members with certain service-connected disabilities so they can buy or change a home to meet their needs and live more independently. Changing a home might involve installing ramps or widening doorways. To check eligibility and how to apply, visit:
https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance/disability-housing-grants/how-to-apply/ and https://www.va.gov/housing-assistance/disability-housing-grants/

VA DoD eBenefits: eBenefits is a joint VA/DoD web portal that provides resources and self-service capabilities to Veterans, Service members, and their families to research, access and manage their VA and military benefits and personal information. eBenefits uses secure credentials to allow access to personal information and gives users the ability to perform numerous self-service functions. It also provides a list of links to other sites that provide information about military and Veteran benefits. It is an essential way for Veterans, Service members, and their families to receive access to and service from VA and DoD. https://www.ebenefits.va.gov/ebenefits/about/feature?feature=va-letters

VA Education Benefits for Survivors and Dependents: Find out if you're eligible for VA education benefits for dependents and survivors (also called Chapter 35 benefits). If you're a dependent spouse or child-or the surviving spouse or child-of a Veteran, you may qualify for Chapter 35 benefits or job training through a GI Bill program. https://www.va.gov/education/survivor-dependent-benefits/

Vet Centers Bereavement Counseling: Bereavement counseling (also sometimes called "grief counseling") provides assistance and support for people going through emotional and psychological stress after the death of a loved one. Bereavement counseling includes a broad range of transition services, including outreach, counseling, and referral services to family members. If you're the surviving spouse, child, or parent of a service member who died while serving our country, you may qualify for bereavement counseling through VA Vet Centers. https://www.vetcenter.va.gov/Bereavement_Counseling.asp

Family Support
Family Support offers services led by licensed clinical staff for all military families, including veteran and active-duty service members, their spouses, and children.

Families are invited to engage with our support staff to address their emergency and long-term needs for financial assistance, counseling referrals, and connection to services offered by collaborating partners.
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NPower is a national, nonprofit tech‑training powerhouse that delivers no‑cost programs designed for service members, veterans, Guard/Reserve, and military spouses. Through a blend of live virtual instruction, hands‑on labs, and one‑on‑one mentoring, NPower has helped thousands of graduates break into high‑demand IT roles—without taking on student debt.

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Are you interested in a high-potential growth opportunity in business? If so, Alliance's services may be right for you. We limit yearly partnerships to 300 top-performing junior military officer candidates in order to provide tailored service and preparation for transition.
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Longview Recruiting provides transition preparation and career placement services for enlisted candidates. Additionally, we can assist military officers and industry-experienced veterans with securing new employment through our direct placement services.
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U.S. Department of Defense Fiscal Year 2022

The following is a list of the Top-100 U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) Prime Contractors in Fiscal Year (FY) 2022 ranked by total contract funds awarded. In FY 2022, the DoD awarded a total of $413.3 billion in defense contracts up 6.8% from $387.0 billion in FY 2021. The DoD's share of total government contracts was 59.7% in FY22 down from 60.8% in FY21.

In FY 2022, top awardee Lockheed Martin received $45.7 billion in prime contracts or 11.1% of total contract funds awarded by the DoD. Runner-up was Raytheon Technologies with $25.4 billion (6.1%) followed by General Dynamics in third place with $21.2 billion (5.1%). Pfizer received $16.7 billion (4.0%) ahead of Boeing, Northrop Grumman, Humana, L3Harris, BAE Systems, and Leidos. BAE Systems, #9 on the list, was the largest foreign DoD defense contractor in FY 2022.

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Veteran Job Placement FAQs

What is a military transition?

A military transition refers to the change from military to civilian status for service members currently serving in the military. This can be a move from Active Duty to veteran or to retirement. A service member's military transition is a big life change and the beginning of a whole new experience.

Does Orion provide services to help veterans with their resumes?

Orion offers a robust resume writing guide in our Military & Veteran Transition Resources. From outlining the types of resumes, sample resumes, and podcasts, Orion will coach you through your military to civilian resume writing. Orion's Recruiters are also available to look over your resume to offer additional tips and guidance on how to write a resume with military experience.

Does being a veteran make it easier to get a job?

Employers recognize the value veterans bring to the workplace but often find it challenging to connect with transitioning service members and veterans seeking employment. Veterans are in high demand, so it requires dedicated efforts by employers to find and hire veterans. Veterans need to harness their skills and experience in order to keep up in a competitive job market.

Do veteran owned businesses employ other veterans?

Veteran-owned businesses also recognize the benefit of hiring fellow veterans. According to the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA), there are 2.4 million veteran-owned companies in the U.S., and those businesses employ about 5.8 million of their fellow veterans.

What resources are available to help with veteran job placement?

Orion Talent is here to help veterans find a new career. We offer job placement services for Junior Military Officers (JMOs), Senior Military Officers (SMOs), Noncommissioned Officers (NCOs), Navy Nuclear-trained Technicians, Enlisted Technicians, and Combat Arms Personnel transitioning from the military, as well as veterans who have already transitioned but are looking for a career change.

In addition to our job placement services, we offer a comprehensive military and veteran transition resources guide covering everything from resume preparation to interview basics to military life and more.

Can employers give hiring preference to veterans?

Veterans who are disabled and those who served on active duty in the Armed Forces during certain specified time periods or in military campaigns are entitled to preference over others in hiring for almost all federal government jobs. Private employers can also state a preference for hiring veterans. However, those employers still have a duty not to discriminate against any other protected group.

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What's the best job for you?

Use The Muse to find a job at a company with a culture you love. Select the career path that aligns with you:

How many years of experience do you have?

What company benefits are most important to you?

Calculating your job matches...

To help you narrow down your life (and career) story for the occasion, here are the basics about what to include and how to structure your response.

What to include

The exact contents of your answer to "Tell me about yourself" will be highly specific to you, of course, but broadly, it should:

Begin to show interviewers why you're the best candidate for this job, in terms of hard skills and experience as well as soft skills

Give an overview of your professional history, current role, and where you'd like to go in the future

Prove that you've done your research and know how this job and company would a logical next step in your career

Demonstrate that you can communicate clearly and effectively, connect with and react to other humans, and present yourself professionally

A simple formula

How can you deliver all the possible components of a "Tell me about yourself" answer in one coherent reply? Career coach Lily Zhang, former Manager of Graduate Student Professional Development at the MIT Media Lab and a writer for The Muse, recommends a simple and effective formula for structuring your response:

Present: Talk a little bit about what your current role is, the scope of it, and perhaps a big recent accomplishment.

Past: Tell the interviewer how you got there and/or mention previous experience that's relevant to the job and company you're applying for.

Future: Segue into what you're looking to do next and why you're interested in this gig (and a great fit for it, too).

This isn't the only way to build your response, of course, and you can tweak it as you see fit. If there's a particularly potent story about what brought you into this field, for example, you might decide to start with that "past" story and then get into what you're doing in the present.

Whatever order you pick, make sure you ultimately tie it to the job and company. "A good place to end it is to give a transition of this is why I'm here," Dea says. You want to be absolutely certain your interviewer is left with the impression that it "makes sense that [you're] sitting here talking to me about this role."

OK, so you've got an interview coming up and you know it's probably going to start with some form of "Tell me about yourself." Here's what else you need to do to nail your answer.

1. Remember your first impression matters.

"We really only have one chance to make a first impression," says Muse career coach and recruiter Steven Davis. "My opinion is that most hiring decisions are made in the first minute," which includes your greeting, handshake, eye contact, and the first thing you say, which may very well be your response to "Tell me about yourself."

Even if the powers that be aren't making an irreversible determination shortly after the conversation begins, a first impression can color the rest of the interview. If you have to spend the rest of the time making up for a bad opening, you're in a very different position than if you gave a succinct, confident, and relevant answer right off the bat.

"Be prepared for this question and show interviewers you prepared for it," Campos says. "The confidence that comes across in this is a really good place to start from."

2. Tailor your answer.

"When an interviewer asks that, they really mean tell me about yourself as it's relevant to the position you're applying for and this company. I think they're giving you an opportunity to articulate succinctly why you have the right qualifications," says Muse career coach Tina Wascovich.

Take advantage of the opportunity! In order to do that, you'll want to spend some time combing through the job description, researching the company, and figuring out how you can tell your story in a way that makes it crystal clear why you're interested and what you bring to the table that aligns with the role and company.

"This is the best chance to be very direct and share your objective. But your objective needs to fulfill their goals," Davis says. For example, a client he worked with was leaving a job where her team had developed a new antibacterial cream and got it ready for clinical trials. The new job she wanted entailed working on an entirely unrelated product, so the important thing for her to mention in this case was that prior to her current role, she'd never had experience working on antibacterial creams and was able to come in and figure out how to move the process forward, just as she could do in this new role.

So when you're in the midst of a job search looking for a particular type of role, you might have a basic template you use for every interview, but make sure to tweak it to fit the company. "It's an opportunity to show them right away that you get it," Campos says. "If they talk a lot about culture, weave that into your answer," she adds, and if the company or even the particular team emphasizes something else, see if you can incorporate that. In some cases individual keywords could help give the cue that you've done your research and are a good fit, according to Campos. For example, does the company refer to itself as a tech company or a startup, a consumer brand or an online retailer, a publication or blog?

"Generally the [answers] that always resonate with me show that they really get the role," she says, as well as make it clear why they applied. "I get more engaged because I can see that it's going to go somewhere."

3. Know your audience.

As with any interview question-or conversation for that matter-make sure you understand who you're talking to. You might get some form of "Tell me about yourself" at every single stage of the interview process for a job, from the phone screen through the final round, but that doesn't mean you have to give the same exact answer every time.

If you're speaking to a recruiter who's not immersed in the hard skills of the team you'd be joining, you might keep your answer more focused on the bigger picture, whereas when you speak to your prospective boss, you might get a little bit more technical. If you're talking to a C-level executive as part of your final round, it's probably smart to touch on how you can help achieve the overall mission of the company they run.

You can also enhance your answer and make it more specific to the role and company based on what you learn as you progress through the interview process, Campos says, such as, "When I talked to so-and-so it really resonated with me that..."

4. Keep it professional.

As you know by now, this question carries an invisible addendum: "as it's relevant to this role and company." So you're best off keeping your answer professional. The norm in some countries might be to share personal details at this point, Wascovich says, but in the U.S. you should avoid talking about your family and hobbies, for instance, unless you know something very specific about the company that would lead you to believe otherwise.

5. Speak with passion.

Keeping your answer professional, however, shouldn't stop you from shedding light on why you're passionate about your work or about this company, even if that broaches slightly more personal territory.

For example, Wascovich once worked with a special education administrator who'd actually been a special education student in elementary school. Her teachers inspired her to pursue the career she did. "So in telling your story about how you got your start, that could be a unique hook."

You don't have to go into a huge amount of detail, but if your goal in an interview is to stand out among the applicant pool and be memorable, then infusing this answer with some passion can help you do that. "People don't want to talk to robots-they want to talk to humans," Dea says. "I love it when someone tells me, 'I knew I wanted to work in marketing when I was a kid. I've always really loved writing.'"

Campos agrees. "If a person really is connected to their mission and what they want to go after in their next role and this company really aligns, this is a great place to bring that in," she says. You might incorporate a sentence like, "I'm really passionate about x and y and so I was really attracted to your company..."

6. Don't ramble.

Whatever you do, don't waste this time regurgitating every single detail of your career. "Most people answer it like they're giving a dissertation on their resume," says Davis, but that's only going to bore the interviewer to tears.

It's not just about entertaining or engaging your interviewer, Campos explains. You're also giving a hint as to how you'll speak in meetings with coworkers, bosses, and clients. Are you going to ramble for 10 minutes every time someone asks you a somewhat open-ended question?

There's no scientifically proven optimal length for answering this or any interview question. Some coaches and recruiters will tell you to keep it to 30 seconds or less, while others will say you should aim for a minute, or talk for no more than two minutes. "Everyone has a different approach," says Dea, who's had candidates speak for one minute or go on for five. But in his experience, people tend to start losing steam after 1.5 to 2.5 minutes of uninterrupted talking.

Read the room as you're talking. If the other person looks bored or distracted, it might be time to wrap it up. If they perk up at one part of your answer, it might be worth expanding on that topic a bit more.

In general, however, remember that you don't have to relay your entire life story here, Dea says. Think of it as a teaser that should pique the interviewer's interest and give them a chance to ask follow-up questions about whatever intrigues them most.

7. Practice, but don't memorize.

You don't want to wait until you get this question in a live interview to try out your answer for the first time. Think through what you want to convey about yourself ahead of each interview and practice saying it out loud.

Davis recommends leaving yourself a voicemail or recording your answer and then waiting an hour or more before you listen to it to give yourself some distance and perspective. When you finally play it back, see if the answer sounds solid and credible to you.

If you can, go beyond practicing solo. "It always helps to practice with other people to hear yourself say it and hear feedback from how other people are interpreting what you're saying," Dea says. Asking a trusted colleague, friend, or family member to listen and react to your answer will help you hone it.

Practice will make your answer stronger and help you become more confident giving it. Dea warns, however, against memorizing and reciting your spiel word-for-word. "There's a fine balance between practicing and memorizing. It needs to come off as very authentic," he says.

Wascovich explains that recruiters might be more understanding of new grads in their first couple of years in the workforce who sound like they've memorized their answer, but that it's likely to be a red flag for anyone with a little bit more experience. "You don't want to sound overly rehearsed," she says.

8. Keep it positive.

If you were fired or laid off from your last job, this probably isn't the best moment to mention it. "There's a time and place for everything-you don't have to cram it all into this answer," Campos says. "If you view this as your first impression professionally, give them a window into that but don't give them everything. The conversation's not ready for that."

As you move further into an interview, things get more comfortable. So wait until you get a specific question about why you're looking to change jobs or why you have a gap on your resume to address those topics.

And that advice you've probably heard a million times about not badmouthing your previous employer? That applies here, too. Especially here. If the first thing you tell an interviewer is how awful your boss is and how you're trying to escape the misery of their micromanaging clutches, that's a big turnoff.

That's all great in theory, but what would a solid answer actually sound like? Check out these examples we pulled together with help from Zhang, Dea, and Campos.

Example answer #1 for someone looking for a similar role at a new company
"Sure! So I've always enjoyed writing and public speaking, even as far back as high school. This led me to pursue writing-related passions-for example in college, where I was an editor for our school newspaper. In addition to writing, I got to learn how to manage a team and how to approach the writing process. After college, I took a job at Acme as a social media manager, writing copy and social content for the company blog, but I raised my hand to work on the communications plan for a product launch, which is where I discovered my interest in product marketing. After switching to a product marketing role and managing the two most successful new product launches last year, I realized I'm excited to take on a new opportunity. I've learned I work best on products that I love and use, and given that I'm a big user of your company's products, I jumped at the chance to apply when I saw the open posting."
Example answer #2 for someone transitioning from an agency to an in-house role
"Well, I'm currently an account executive at Smith, where I handle our top performing client. Before that, I worked at an agency where I was on three different major national healthcare brands. And while I really enjoyed the work that I did, I'd love the chance to dig in much deeper with one specific healthcare company, which is why I'm so excited about this opportunity with Metro Health Center."
Example answer #3 for someone pivoting into a similar role in a new industry
"I've been in the marketing industry for over five years, primarily working in account and project management roles. I most recently worked as a senior PM for a large tech company managing large marketing campaigns and overseeing other project managers. And now I'm looking to expand my experience across different industries, particularly fintech, which is why I'm so interested in joining an agency like yours."
Example answer #4 for a recent graduate
"Absolutely! I graduated from Howard in May with a major in computer science and a minor in theater arts and have been spending this summer interning at a theater nonprofit. I've had a chance to put my coding skills to good use by helping revamp the organization's ticket sales page. Since it launched two weeks ago, the time it takes patrons to get through the purchasing process has decreased by 43% and scores on a popup satisfaction survey have gone up by nearly 20%. It's been particularly exciting to be immersed in this environment because I've been in love with theater since I did my first school play in 7th grade-it was 13: The Musical and I landed the role of Patrice-and even led The Howard Players my senior year. This internship experience has only reinforced my desire to merge my CS skills with my passion for theater, which is why I knew I had to apply as soon as I saw the junior web developer role here."
Example answer #5 for a career changer
"I've spent the first decade of my career working in account management for SaaS startups selling B2B software, including my current company, which develops remote collaboration tools. And for the last couple of years I've been managing three to five direct reports. I've found people management incredibly fulfilling, and have been especially drawn to training and professional development. One of the accomplishments I'm proudest of in my job now was creating a series of upskilling workshops not just for my own team but for the entire revenue org. Account managers and sales reps who participated showed an average increase of 22% in sales or renewal revenue per quarter. Looking back, it makes so much sense that I've gravitated in this direction, considering I tutored and led workshops for the comms department in college. As I've thought about my next steps, I realized I wanted to transition into an HR role so that I can focus all of my energy on creating and implementing training programs. I can't think of a better place to start than at a company that makes software I've relied on in multiple previous jobs."

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Military Skills Translator - Apply for jobs that match your skills, identify civilian terminology for your resume, hot career options for your specialty.

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Helmets To Hardhats – SERVE YOUR COUNTRY, SECURE YOUR FUTURE, BUILDING NORTH AMERICA

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Erik is a man I tremendously respect. His background is unbelievably impressive. A few things that we talked about that stood out to me is, first of all, where we started the conversation, which is an alternate view on the veteran transition that I've never heard before; it puts veterans in a different light.

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For Employers - Veteran Readiness and Employment

Why Hire Veterans?

Veterans leave military service with a wealth of skills and professional experience. VR&E works to match Veterans with employers for successful careers, and offers incentives such as:

Salary Subsidies.

Through the on-the-job training program, VR&E subsidizes Veterans' salaries so that employers pay an apprentice-level wage while training Veterans. As the Veteran progresses, the employer pays a larger portion of the Veteran's salary, until the training program is completed and the employer is paying the full salary.

Assistive Technology.

VR&E can provide specialized tools, equipment, and workplace modifications to eligible Veterans, allowing them to perform their duties. These valuable services help Veterans without additional cost to employers.

Salary Reimbursement.

Through the Special Employer Incentive program, employers may receive an incentive to hire Veterans facing extraordinary obstacles to employment, which includes reimbursement of as much as 50 percent of the Veteran's salary for up to six months.

Federal Tax Credit.

Non-Paid Work Experience Training.

The Non-Paid Work Experience program allows local, state, and federal government offices to temporarily employ a Veteran without having the position count against the agency's full-time equivalent allocation. VR&E pays the Veteran a monthly subsistence allowance while he or she learns valuable work-related skills and experience.

VR&E can provide employers with information about other federal programs offering incentives to companies that employ Veterans.

eBenefits Employment Center

The eBenefits Employment Center connects Veterans and their families with meaningful employment and career development opportunities. For more information about how you can partner with the eBenefits Employment Center, contact your VA Regional Office or visit eBenefits Employment Center.

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Veterans leave military service with a wealth of skills and professional experience. VR&E works to match Veterans with employers for successful careers, and offers incentives such as: Through the on-the-job training program, VR&E subsidizes Veterans' salaries so that employers pay an apprentice-level wage while training Veterans.

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Institute for Veterans and Military Families

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Veteran Women Igniting the Spirit of Entrepreneurship - Institute for Veterans and Military Families

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"Going through this program allowed our organization to soar to new heights and we are still flying towards our next milestone." Dr. Sonja Ogletree Satani V-WISE Jacksonville, Corporate Cycle Consulting LLC "Talking and networking with other women vets who wanted to start business gave me the inspiration I needed to quit my job and truly realize my dream."

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You can utilize the enlisted manual and the officers manual to assist you in writing your professional, résumé as well as assistance in writing your fitrep, and your performance evaluation.

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Boots2Roots should be your first step in transition planning if you are...

Currently serving in the active duty component of the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy, Marines, Coast Guard

Planning to separate or retire from active duty and transition to Maine anytime in the next 12 months

A Veteran living outside of Maine who is looking to live and work in Maine

Is this you? Contact us here!
Employers looking to hire military talent are also invited to contact us.

Exciting News

Airbnb has committed vouchers to help out-of-state military members with job search and house hunting in Maine. Reach out to us by using the "contact" button or email boots2roots@boots2roots.org to find out more.

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Since 2008, Maltego has empowered over a million investigations worldwide, and we are far from being done. How can Maltego support you?

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Tech Jobs for under served Veteran Communities

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Bertina Ceccarelli, NPower CEO along with Susanne Tedrick,"Women of Color in Tech" author and Command Shift Coalition Member, released a publication, "Innovating for Diversity." This book is centered around how the principles of innovation can be applied to build sustainable diversity, equity, and inclusion practices embraced at all levels across organizations.

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The Expat's Guide to Japan - Everything you need to know about living and working in Tokyo &; Yokohama

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Military training is career training

Skilling veteran talent for the IT frontier

Veterans and transitioning service members bring deep experience to the table. Our mission is to enable the military community to develop foundational tech skills to get their start - and then build on their core skills in a rewarding career in tech.

Veterans have cultivated career skills that transfer to all dimensions of the tech sector.

We erected Microsoft Military Affairs in 2012 to bridge the IT talent gap and underemployment in a highly skilled but underutilized population - the military community.

3 in 5 veterans are underemployed. Microsoft and our dedicated partners are changing that.

We solve for the IT skills gap by getting veteran talent tech-ready.

Our mission is to provide transitioning service members and veterans with the technical and career-navigation skills to build from their enormous skillset in today's growing technology industry.

Microsoft's mission

Empowering every person and organization on the planet to achieve more

Providing a path forward for U.S. military service members

Transitioning from a military career to the civilian workforce is more than a career change - it's a paradigm shift. Our work is to facilitate service members' transition to rewarding careers in tech, where military training has already prepared them to shine.

Microsoft's technical training resources are at your disposal

Whether you're seeking quick lessons in technical topics, to expand your knowledge with self-paced learning paths, to develop your resume with industry-recognized certifications, or work with Microsoft as a SkillBridge transition program - Microsoft is invested in empowering the military community in their career growth in our industry.

Learn IT, anywhere

Whether you are deployed, active duty, transitioning to civilian life, or a veteran - the technical training to enable your career journey is at your fingertips.

Technical training, your way. Learn more

Empowering the military community with Microsoft's learning ecosystem

Learn new skills and discover the power of Microsoft products with step-by-step guidance, or jump-start your career by demonstrating your achievements through earning industry-recognized Microsoft certifications. Start your journey today by exploring learning paths, modules, and certifications from the Microsoft learning ecosystem.

Not quite sure what your next step is?

Read career transition stories and lessons from veterans working in IT at Microsoft and our hiring partners.

Skilled up and ready to interview?

If you're ready to dive into a career at Microsoft, browse open roles and opportunities for veteran talent.

Join our community

Community is integral to what we do and offer at Military Affairs. Our team of learners, instructors, mentors, coaches, and colleagues are passionate about the network we've built - and where we're headed.

Colleagues-turned-mentors helped me adjust to the workplace and now I'm thriving up the ladder.

Nargiza - USMC, software engineer

It feels amazing to work for an organization that celebrates my service career and invests in my professional development.

Dhananjay - USA, software engineering manager

Transforming lives through meaningful opportunities

We're passionate about the impact that the military community has at Microsoft and within our partner network. We've taken a holistic approach to supporting veterans through career transition and skilling them for meaningful careers in the IT sector.

MSSA - now in new time zones

In 2022, MSSA ventured into new territory - AsiaPacific. We have since opened the [virtual] doors to MSSA-Europe, where US service members can develop technical skills in international cohorts.

Learn more

We partner with other leading institutions and veteran organizations to holistically support the military community in their career transition.

Microsoft partners with numerous tech industry leaders to offer training, mentorship and employment opportunities.

Over 1,000 companies have hired veterans trained at MSSA.

Learn why

To recruit and retain top talent, be sure your company is veteran-ready - not just veteran-friendly

How companies set veterans up for success

Not sure how to make your organization veteran ready?

Once you've made the smart choice to conscientiously bring veterans into your organization, what can you do to be veteran-ready - and best able to facilitate your new hire's military-grade skills at their highest capacity?

Is your organization veteran-friendly? Use the VA checklist

Microsoft Military Employee Resource Group (ERG)

To help foster diversity and inclusion, Microsoft has a rich community of ERGs and Employee Networks. The Military ERG - which includes those actively serving, reservists, and National Guard - was created to provide a support and networking opportunity for employees who have served or are currently serving in the military, an avenue to support and honor military service, and a community to support Microsoft's outreach, recruitment, career development and retention efforts in the military and veteran communities.

Products and discounts

Current and former service members can get a wide range of Microsoft products free or at a discount.

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Security Certification Roadmap - Paul Jerimy

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324 certs listed | March 2020

Information security is an ever-evolving field requiring security professionals to constantly learn and evolve with it. Demonstrating evolving knowledge to customers, peers, and hiring managers has become a complex affair. While experience is still king it can be daunting to summarize advanced and various knowledge into a single bullet on a resume.

Certification entities strive to help by providing standardized exams that test specific knowledge and issuing verifiable certifications to successful testers. These certifications provide a way to quickly relate competence in specific bodies of knowledge (BOKs) through a short acronym or badge. However, like most symbols these acronyms and badges must be recognizable to be of any use.

The Security Certification Roadmap above is a sort of Rosetta stone for these certifications. The chart attempts to classify and rank security certifications based on reputation, difficulty, and usefulness of their BOKs. Ranks are based on my judgement of these certifications and feedback from dozens of security professionals.

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324 certs listed | March 2020 Information security is an ever-evolving field requiring security professionals to constantly learn and evolve with it. Demonstrating evolving knowledge to customers, peers, and hiring managers has become a complex affair. While experience is still king it can be daunting to summarize advanced and various knowledge into a single bullet on a resume.

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Meet Our
Warrior-Scholars

"My WSP experience was engaging, interactive, and overall enjoyable. The virtual course was conducted so professionally it seemed as though it had been virtual since the program was founded."

- Indigo Routh, U.S. Air Force veteran Anne Arundel Community College

"I honestly feel ready to tackle any academic challenge that lies ahead."

- Josh Davenport, U.S. Army veteran Stanford University

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Meet Our Warrior-Scholars "My WSP experience was engaging, interactive, and overall enjoyable. The virtual course was conducted so professionally it seemed as though it had been virtual since the program was founded." - Indigo Routh, U.S. Air Force veteran Anne Arundel Community College "I honestly feel ready to tackle any academic challenge that lies ahead."

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USO COVID-19 Response: Program locations are adhering to guidance from military installation commands and abiding by CDC guidance on health safety practices regarding center operations. Virtual meeting options continue to be available.

The USO Pathfinder® Transition Program extends the USO experience to active duty, Reserve, National Guard and military spouses by offering professional development services throughout the duration of military service as well as in preparation for life post-military.

Want to be better prepared for future success before transitioning from the military? Are you a military spouse looking for new opportunities?
Connect with a USO Transition Specialist
USO Transition Specialists can help develop a personalized Action Plan and help you take full advantage of services and resources that are the best fit for you and your spouse in your new community.

How It Works

The USO Pathfinder Transition Program works with strategic partners to connect service members and military spouses to resources through a holistic approach, focusing on:

Employment

Education - Including leading online learning platforms like Skillsoft, IBM SkillsBuild and Coursera as well as the new 8-week course "Making Your Military Transition a Transformation"

Financial readiness

Mentorship

Increased access to relevant veterans' benefits in their communities

Through the creation of an individualized action plan, USO Transition Specialists collaborate with individuals to identify their personal and professional goals and build a roadmap to achieving them, while also identifying services and resources that are the best fit for their needs. Additionally, this program offers support to plan for life after the military, connecting participants to valuable resources for a smooth transition to civilian life.

USO Transition Specialists provide these free services through one on-one support (either virtually, or in person) and help military families create a plan for success now - and for the future.

"[The USO] truly, genuinely cares about everybody that comes through those doors. It's because of them that I got the job." - Kristin Rogers, U.S. Army Veteran and USO Pathfinder Transition Program Participant

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How to Highlight Your Security-Cleared Skills on Your Resume, Without Revealing Classified Information

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Your source for news and security-cleared job opportunities. Read “How to Highlight Your Security-Cleared Skills on Your Resume, Without Revealing Classified Information ”.

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Our club has 85+ successful years of developing strong leaders and communicators.

New? Our club is a safe place to help you overcome your fear of public speaking.

Experienced? Take your communication and leadership skills to a new level of mastery.

Toastmasters International, founded in 1924, is a proven product regarded as the leading organization dedicated to communication and leadership skill development. As a member, you will gain all the tools, resources, and support you need. Through its worldwide network of clubs, Toastmasters helps nearly 280,000 people communicate effectively and achieve the confidence to lead others.

Why pay thousands of dollars for a seminar or class when you can join a Toastmasters club for a fraction of the cost? Plus, you'll have fun a lot more fun in the process.

What's in It For You?

Toastmasters is a place where you develop and grow - both personally and professionally. You join a community of learners and in Toastmasters meetings we learn by doing.

Whether you're an executive or a stay-at-home parent, a college student or a retiree, you will improve yourself; building skills to express yourself in a variety of real-life situations.

You'll open up a world of new possibilities!

Give better presentations.

Lead meetings and participate more confidently.

Speak smoother off the cuff

Watch as your one-on-one interactions with family, friends and colleagues become more positively.

The environment in a Toastmasters club is friendly and supportive. Everyone at a Toastmasters meeting feel welcome and valued - from beginners to advanced speakers.

In a club meeting, you practice giving prepared speeches as well as brief impromptu presentations, known as Table Topics. There is no rush or pressure to get one stage: The Toastmasters program allows you to progress at your own pace.

Constructive evaluation is central to the Toastmasters philosophy. Each time you give a prepared speech, an evaluator will point out strengths as well as suggest improvements. Receiving - and giving - such feedback is a great learning experience. In Toastmasters, encouragement and improvement go hand-in-hand.

Come Visit Us!

Why wait? Toastmasters currently has more than 332,000 members in 135 countries. Our club is just one of the more than 15,400 clubs located around the world. For membership or meeting information, please see our meeting information page.

By learning to effectively formulate, organize and express your ideas to others, you can achieve all kinds of success.

Want to be better at negotiating your salary with your boss?

Networking at business or social functions?

Motivating co-workers or your kids?

In our club, you will learn to speak with power and confidence

Anyone who is a strong leader has to first be an effective communicator.

In Toastmasters you will hone your speaking skills, and you will develop leadership abilities - through evaluations, listening, mentoring, serving as club officers and filling roles in club meetings. You will take those leadership skills out into the world, running businesses, mentoring youths, organizing fund-raisers, coaching teams and heading up families.

Become the speaker and leader you want to be. Confident, charismatic leaders weren't born that way, they became that way. Toastmasters members learn to tell their story, listen and answer. Through our community of learners, they find their path to leadership.

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Veterans Transition Support, Military Transitions, Military Resume, Career Matching, OSHA 30 - Non Profit 501(c)(3) that assists Veterans and Active Duty Service Members with their transition from military service to civilian life

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The Mission of Veterans Transition Support 501(c)(3) non profit is to help transitioning veterans land jobs by transferring military experience into civilian job skills through No Cost civilian certification training, one-on-one career management coaching, and networking to veterans in businesses and veteran friendly employers. We can't do this without you. We need Donations and volunteers to serve.

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Veterans Transition Support, Military Transitions, Military Resume, Career Matching, OSHA 30 - Non Profit 501(c)(3) that assists Veterans and Active Duty Service Members with their transition from military service to civilian life

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The Mission of Veterans Transition Support 501(c)(3) non profit is to help transitioning veterans land jobs by transferring military experience into civilian job skills through No Cost civilian certification training, one-on-one career management coaching, and networking to veterans in businesses and veteran friendly employers. We can't do this without you.

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**COVID-19 UPDATE**
Please visit our "Appointments for Vets" page for information about our new process.

We will begin accepting donations on February 15th, 2022

The shop will be closed from Dec 17th - Jan 3rd to allow staff and volunteers to enjoy the holiday season.

For clothing donation related questions, please call: (804)405-0044

"My name is Travis O., and I am a retiring soldier who was recently outfitted with civilian business attire through your program. I want thank you so much for such a kind, wonderful gift. The experience was fantastic, and I really enjoyed the fitting and appreciated the thoughtfulness, patience, and expertise of the man and woman who fitted me. My suits look incredible, and I am very excited to begin wearing them to job interviews and in the civilian workplace.

Boots to Suits is a godsend for me, and I am very appreciative of you and your program. I will keep your contact information, and in the future I'll be sure to offer any of my business attire I no longer need to Boots to Suits."

- Travis O., Outfitted by Boots to Suits

Established in 2014, Boots to Suits is a clothing program for all male and female Virginia veterans who have or will be transitioning from military life to civilian careers. Boots to Suits provides veterans with two complimentary career outfits, enabling them to look and feel their best for job interviews and non-military work environments. Military spouses of Wounded Warriors who are job-seeking and the main household provider are also eligible for this opportunity.

Boots to Suits is a 501(c)(3) non-profit charitable organization. All donations are tax-deductible.

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Integrity

We hold ourselves to the highest standard of ethical conduct

We communicate with honesty and courage

We are consistent in what we say and do

Respect

We treat others fairly and courteously

We value different ideas, opinions, and experiences

We demonstrate compassion and humility by understanding the challenges of our constituents

Responsibility

We demonstrate a positive spirit and perseverance to overcome adversity

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We live in a world where certifications, degrees, and titles have been developed for almost every profession and skill set imaginable. Although these designations may or may not mean you are the best at what you do, it does put you a step ahead of your peers.

The field of project management is no different, offering the coveted PMP certification. According to the Project Management Institute (PMI), the organization responsible for the certification, the PMP is "the most important industry recognized certification for project managers across the globe." In fact, many organizations are even requiring their project managers to have the certification. If this doesn't grab your attention, PMP certification holders earn 17% more than their non-certified peers according to the Project Management Salary Survey-Eighth Edition. In short, earning a PMP certification will make you more money, increase marketability, connect you with a community of professionals, and put you a step ahead of your peers.

Project management is what we as professionals excel at. Many transitioning veterans find successful and satisfying in the civilian sector as project managers. They are able to accomplish this by simply transferring their skills developed in the military into their civilian career. By earning your PMP you will establish a bridge to walk across into civilian project management positions. It will open doors for you, quickly establish rapport, and command a higher salary. A simple Google search shows that the average national salary for entry-level project managers is $ 89,286.

The prerequisites to earn your PMP can be found on the PMI website. You must either have a four year degree, 4,500 hours leading and directing projects, and 35 hours of project management education OR a secondary degree (high school diploma or equivalent), 7,500 hours leading and directing projects, and 35 hours of project management education. You may look at this and think there is no way you would qualify. However, almost anyone with at least 3 to 4 years in the military will be able to meet these requirements. For more information on how to make this happen I'd recommend reading this article by Eric Wright, How to Translate your Military Operational Experience into Civilian Project Management.

Now that we've determined that earning your PMP is worth it, where does one start? Here is a four step approach for tackling the PMP.

The first step to earning your PMP is committing to it. Like anything in life earning this certification does not come without some hard work. Recognize that a little hard work and sacrifice will be required, but it will be worth it when you come out on the other side successful. I've seen many transitioning veterans overlook this step firsthand, and after a few months of dabbling with the idea they finally give up. Don't overlook this step. In fact, don't waste your time if you aren't willing to commit to it.

The final step of commitment is paying for and setting up your test date once your application has been approved through PMI. I'd recommend setting this test date up before starting Step 2. This will give you an incentive and a timeline to work off of. Do NOT wait to schedule it.

Every individual learns differently, but establishing an individual study plan is essential to your success. I would advocate setting up a plan 2-3 months out from your test date. In order to earn my PMP I allotted 3 months of preparation, and this was sufficient for me. Others may need more or less, based on an individual assessment. There are many resources out there to prepare you for the exam. For a comprehensive guide for setting up your own PMP plan I'd recommend visiting There are multiple organizations that offer PMP prep courses costing thousands of dollars. In my opinion, these courses are not necessary if you are disciplined in your study habits. However, if you are the type of person who needs this structure you may find these courses beneficial. If you are located at a large military installation I'd recommend contacting the transitioning office. There are actually organizations that offer this course for free to transitioning military members.

The Veterans Career Transition Program (VCTP) offered through Syracuse University is a great resource for earning your PMP. They offer a free training curriculum, and I am told will cover the cost of your PMP, over $400 in savings, if you have completed the entire course. I personally did not use this platform, but for more information visit this article . Additionally you can visit the program's direct page.

Lastly, I would recommend ordering at least one exam prep book. I found Rita Mulcahy's book extremely helpful, and a vital component to passing. You can order it on A

The most important part of your study plan should be taking hundreds and hundreds of practice questions . Nothing will prepare you better than this. For a list of websites that offer free PMP sample questions visit .

In the app store on your phone you will find many PMP exam prep apps. I'd recommend using them to offer you the ability to practice on the go. To review apps available on your phone visit

I'd recommend at a minimum taking TWO full mock exams before the real exam. This will be cumbersome, but vital to your success. I would go as far to say that if I had not done this, I would have certainly failed my first time taking the exam.

The exam is taken at a local testing center and will not be the most comfortable testing experience you've ever had. For more information on what the testing center process looks like visit . Like any exam you will be nervous and wondering what you got yourself into. You should walk into that exam center confident in your abilities. Confidence in yourself is a vital ingredient to your success on testing day. Believe in yourself, your preparation, and most importantly remember that you are doing this to better yourself and your career. In the words of General George S. Patton: "Accept the challenges so that you can feel the exhilaration of victory."

In summary, the PMP certification is an investment in yourself and your future career. Earning this certification helps you command a higher salary, increase your job opportunities, connect you with a network of professionals, and put you a step ahead of your peers. The benefits are apparent, and I urge you to take the next step if project management is a potential career choice.

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George Ploss, a former Ground Operations Training Chief in the US Marine Corps, followed his love of innovation and mentorship to Oracle, where he puts industry-experienced professionals through a seven-month training program that teaches them how to be solution engineers. Having found fulfillment in a senior role at Oracle NetSuite, he feels the time is ripe to share what he's learned from rising through the ranks in the business world, where his military experience still serves him to this day.

However, being a veteran isn't the only part of his identity that he's proud of. "As a Black American and a Marine, I stand on top of the sacrifices my ancestors made in order for me to have equal rights, serve my country, and work in finance and tech. Honoring those sacrifices is always on my mind and provides me with a principled foundation of how to make decisions."

When Jennifer decided she was ready to leave the Navy and pursue a career in technology, Oracle's specialized National Security Group division seemed like the perfect fit for her. In the Navy, Jennifer was accustomed to problem-solving and creating connections, skills necessary for her current role as practice manager for our military intelligence business.

Even though Jennifer was ready to 'break up with the Navy,' she found the prospect difficult. "Once I got to Oracle, I couldn't get over how many veterans there were. The more I got into the organization, it seemed like nearly half the people here are veterans."

These strong military connections helped ease Jennifer's transition. "Between that and the fact that our job inherently still touches so much of the Department of Defense, it felt like I took one step out of the Navy, but I'm still contributing in different ways," she shared.

Theresha knows all about resilience, hard work, and motivation -- all things that make her a skilled business analyst, supporting internal business operations in North America. These are also the traits found in military spouses like her, oftentimes unsung heroes, as they move from base to base in order to support the patriots serving. Theresa laments the fact that this lifestyle too often leaves military spouses underemployed, regardless of their experience or education. "My only wish is that every military spouse knew about this fantastic internship program," she says. Oracle's Veteran Internship Program (OVIP) connects veterans and military spouses with opportunities to connect with others that share their same experience, offer mentorship and facilitate their career growth. Theresha's excited about the doors that OVIP has opened for her. "The program helped build my professional network, and given me the resources and practical experience needed to succeed in the corporate world."

Didi Han, a database product management intern participating in the Oracle Veteran Internship Program is a first-generation Asian American, and an Army veteran who is passionate about the veteran community and technology. His family's hard work and perseverance are a testimony of their determination to live the American dream. "Is it any surprise that I joined the Army after high school?" he said, explaining his desire to give back to the country that offered him a new home. Oracle's dedication to diversity and professional development connected Didi with employee resource groups Oracle Professional Asian Leadership (OPAL) and Military Affiliated Veteran Employee Network (MAVEN) in order to drive Didi's career forward as he continues to construct new LiveLab workshops, lead a platform-wide template transition, and create certification training materials.

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