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14N2 · USAF · Enlisted

Intelligence
Officer.

Air Force 14N2 (Intelligence Officer). 480 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $75K–$105K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours480DoD pipeline

ACE creditACEUp to 6 semester hours recommended in Intelligence Studies

Tech roles4mapped to your code

Civilian pathways5validated

Cert coverage3/7direct + partial

/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 4

Industry tech roles your 14N2 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 14N2 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have07

01
Intelligence Preparation of the Battlespace (IPB)→ System Modeling
02
Collection Management and ISR Operations→ Resource Optimization
03
Threat Analysis→ Adversarial Thinking
04
Targeting→ Rapid Prioritization
05
Briefing Techniques→ Technical Communication
06
DCGS-AF→ Data analytics platforms
07
NTI→ Cross-domain data sharing platforms

To learn11

The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.

+SQL for data querying and manipulation+Python pandas for data analysis+Data visualization tools (Tableau, Power BI)+Cloud security fundamentals (AWS, Azure, or GCP)+Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools+Intrusion detection and prevention systems (IDS/IPS)+Agile project management methodologies (Scrum, Kanban)+Project management software (Jira, Asana)+Stakeholder management and communication techniques+Basic programming concepts (e.g., Python, JavaScript)+Cloud computing fundamentals (AWS, Azure, or GCP)

How VWC fits

Vets Who Code is a free, full-time software engineering accelerator for veterans, active duty, and military spouses. We close the fundamentals — terminal, web platform, AI tooling, portfolio projects — so the rest of this list becomes specialization, not square one.

See VWC Programs →

/ 03 · Civilian Pathways

Where your code lands.

SOURCE · LIGHTCAST + CURATED PATHWAYS · 5

P.01

Intelligence Analyst

$85K

High match

High demand

P.02

Management Analyst

$90K

Good match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
— Business analysis techniques

P.03

Information Security Analyst

$105K

Good match

Very high demand

Skills to develop

— Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+)
— Specific cybersecurity tools and technologies

P.04

Emergency Management Director

$80K

Moderate match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Emergency management certifications (e.g., Certified Emergency Manager)
— Knowledge of local, state, and federal emergency management regulations

P.05

Market Research Analyst

$75K

Moderate match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Statistical analysis software (e.g., SPSS, SAS)
— Market research methodologies

/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 14N2 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Rapid Prioritization

Quickly assessing the urgency and importance of incoming intelligence reports to determine which require immediate attention and action, especially during combat operations.

Transfers to

Swiftly triaging tasks and information based on impact and deadlines, ensuring the most critical issues are addressed first and resources are allocated effectively.

S.02

Adversarial Thinking

Anticipating the strategies, tactics, and potential actions of enemy forces to develop effective countermeasures and defensive plans.

Transfers to

Forecasting potential risks, challenges, and competitive threats in order to proactively develop mitigation strategies and maintain a competitive advantage.

S.03

System Modeling

Developing comprehensive models of enemy weapon systems, deployment patterns, and communication networks to understand their capabilities and vulnerabilities.

Transfers to

Creating detailed models of complex systems to analyze their behavior, identify potential weaknesses, and optimize their performance for efficiency and reliability.

S.04

Situational Awareness

Maintaining a constant awareness of the battlefield environment, including friendly and enemy positions, terrain, and potential threats, to make informed decisions.

Transfers to

Staying keenly attuned to market trends, competitor activities, and emerging risks to make agile strategic decisions and capitalize on opportunities.

S.05

Resource Optimization

Efficiently allocating intelligence assets, personnel, and equipment to maximize their effectiveness in supporting combat operations and achieving mission objectives.

Transfers to

Strategically deploying resources, including budget, personnel, and technology, to achieve maximum impact, minimize waste, and drive optimal results.

/ 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.

Business Continuity Planner

SOC 13-1199.00

You've been responsible for ensuring operations continue under duress. As a Business Continuity Planner, you'll develop and implement strategies to keep businesses running smoothly, even in the face of disruptions. Your experience in threat assessment, resource allocation, and rapid response makes you exceptionally well-prepared for this role.

Adjacent · Match

Fraud Investigator

SOC 13-2091.00

You've honed your skills in collecting, analyzing, and fusing intelligence from multiple sources. As a Fraud Investigator, you'll use these same skills to uncover fraudulent activities, analyze complex financial data, and develop strategies for preventing future fraud. Your background in adversarial thinking and pattern recognition will give you a distinct advantage in this field.

Adjacent · Match

Market Risk Analyst

SOC 13-2051.00

You're skilled in advising commanders on threat systems and force protection. As a Market Risk Analyst, you'll apply your analytical skills to assess financial risks, develop risk mitigation strategies, and advise financial institutions on potential market vulnerabilities. Your ability to understand complex systems and anticipate potential threats will be highly valuable in this career.

Adjacent · Match

/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED

Academy