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2E193 · USAF · Enlisted

Client Systems
Technician.

Air Force 2E193 (Client Systems Technician). 672 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $48K–$105K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours672DoD pipeline

ACE creditACEUp to 9 semester hours recommended

Tech roles5mapped to your code

Civilian pathways5validated

Cert coverage4/8direct + partial

/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 5

Industry tech roles your 2E193 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 2E193 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have06

01
Hardware Troubleshooting and Repair→ Diagnosing and resolving hardware issues in computer systems
02
Operating System Installation and Configuration→ Installing, configuring, and managing various operating systems
03
Network Fundamentals→ Understanding of network protocols, topologies, and security concepts
04
Personal Wireless Communication Systems (PWCS)→ Experience with mobile device management and wireless communication technologies
05
Procedural Compliance→ Following established protocols and maintaining high standards of quality
06
Remedy Action Request System→ Ticketing systems such as ServiceNow or Jira Service Management

To learn10

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

+Linux system administration+Scripting with Bash or Python+Cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)+Configuration management tools (Ansible, Chef, or Puppet)+Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools+Penetration testing methodologies+Fundamentals of computer networking (CCNA level)+Network monitoring tools (e.g., SolarWinds, Nagios)+Customer service and communication skills+Help desk ticketing systems (e.g., Zendesk, Freshdesk)

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

Computer Support Specialist

$65K

High match

High demand

P.02

Network Administrator

$88K

High match

High demand

Skills to develop

— Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
— CompTIA Network+

P.03

Help Desk Technician

$48K

Good match

Very high demand

Skills to develop

— Excellent customer service skills
— CompTIA A+

P.04

Information Security Analyst

$105K

Good match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
— Security+
— Knowledge of cybersecurity frameworks

P.05

IT Project Manager

$95K

Moderate match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
— Agile methodologies
— Scrum Master certification

/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 2E193 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

System Modeling

You understand how different hardware and software components interact within a complex network, allowing you to predict and diagnose system-wide issues.

Transfers to

This ability to visualize and understand interconnected systems translates to designing, analyzing, and improving complex processes in various industries.

S.02

Rapid Prioritization

In a deployed environment, you constantly assess the urgency and impact of network issues, deciding which problems to tackle first to minimize disruption.

Transfers to

This skill allows you to quickly evaluate competing demands, allocate resources effectively, and make critical decisions under pressure in fast-paced civilian roles.

S.03

Degraded-Mode Operations

You're adept at maintaining essential network functions even when systems are damaged or resources are limited, finding creative workarounds to keep things running.

Transfers to

This adaptability and resourcefulness is highly valuable in crisis management, disaster recovery, and any situation requiring innovative problem-solving under duress.

S.04

Procedural Compliance

You adhere to strict technical data, instructions, and work standards when performing maintenance, ensuring consistent and reliable network performance.

Transfers to

This commitment to following established protocols and maintaining high standards of quality is essential in regulated industries like healthcare, finance, and manufacturing.

/ 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 13-1199.05

You've been trained to anticipate disruptions and develop strategies to maintain critical operations under adverse conditions. Your experience in degraded-mode operations and system modeling makes you ideally suited to ensuring business resilience.

Adjacent · Match

Technical Trainer

SOC 25-9044.00

You've developed a knack for explaining complex technical issues to end-users and ensuring their operational readiness. Your understanding of client-level voice and data network functions equips you with the knowledge to be an effective instructor.

Adjacent · Match

IT Risk Manager

SOC 11-3021.00

You've rigorously reported and addressed security incidents. With experience interpreting malfunctions and prescribing corrective action, you're in a strong position to assess IT vulnerabilities, develop mitigation strategies, and protect organizations from cyber threats.

Adjacent · Match

/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED

Academy