It's been a question for as long as military service has been part of American life. What can a veteran do for employment once their time in the armed forces is over? One expert tells Military.com that information technology and cybersecurity fields are a growing option for veterans who can translate their military training and skills into successful IT careers. "Some veterans leave the military with direct experience involving communications systems, networks, electronics, logistics, data or security protocols. Others may come from occupational specialties with little direct connection to technology but have transferable skills that can provide a foundation for an IT career," Grant Gibson, an IT expert with MyComputerCareer, said in an interview with Military.com. "The challenge is often translating that experience into terms civilian employers recognize." Gibson is a Marine Corps veteran and a lead instructor for MyComputerCareer, which is an accredited technical college offering hands-on IT training and certifications through online and on-campus classes in networking, cybersecurity, and technical careers. No prior IT experience is required. The school runs a Cyber Warrior Program with 12-24 weeks or 480 hours of total instruction time that is military-friendly and offers Department of Defense-compliant certifications, SkillBridge eligibility, and GI Bill benefit availability for veterans transitioning into civilian IT careers. Veterans Struggle to Find Second Careers Still, even with employment and training options available, veterans still struggle to find meaningful second careers. A 2023 survey commissioned by Veterans of Foreign Wars found that veterans transitioning to civilian life ranked finding a job and finding a purposeful career among the greatest non-health difficulties they face, at 33% and 28% respectively. Part of the problem, Gibson said, is the increasing use of AI in various industries that has led to job losses. But he said there are still opportunities. "Some organizations that reduced