Why contact a recruiter?

Recruiters are tasked with not only finding men and women who are interested in the Army, but also helping them guage whether military service is best for them. Recruiters also guide potential candidates through the enlistment process, making sure they have everything they need up until the moment a Soldier embarks on Basic Combat Training.

 http://www.goarmy.com/soldier-life/becoming-a-soldier/working-with-a-recruiter.html

Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery

 The Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery is a multiple-choice test that helps you identify which Army jobs (Military Occupational Specialties) are best for you.

http://www.goarmy.com/learn/understanding-the-asvab.html

March 2 Success: Outreach tool helps students achieve academically, connects recruiters

  Recruiters have a tool at their disposal that can open school doors, get them face-to-face time with educators, and develop rapport.

Initiated during the 2002 school year, the Army program March 2 Success is a free, online, self-paced course designed to improve students' performance on standardized tests and enhance their skills in English, science, technology, engineering and math. The curriculum is provided by Peterson's, a leader in prep test development.

https://www.army.mil/article/170684/march_2_success_outreach_tool_helps_students_achieve_academically_connects_recruiters

Sleeves can now be rolled up

Effective immediately, commanders may authorize Soldiers to roll up the sleeves on Army combat uniforms, according to a memorandum signed by Lt. Gen. James C. McConville, deputy chief of staff, G-1, June 28.

The new policy pertains to the universal camouflage pattern, operational camouflage pattern and Operation Enduring Freedom camouflage pattern ACUs.

"We're going sleeves up, cammo out," said Sgt. Maj. of the Army Daniel Dailey.

The sleeves will be rolled above the elbow, right-side out with the camouflage pattern showing. They should be rolled no more than three inches above the elbow, according to the memo, and this method will be used primarily in garrison.

 https://www.army.mil/article/170627/sleeves_can_now_be_rolled_up

Cyber operations specialists execute defensive and offensive cyberspace operations

Cyber operations specialists execute defensive and offensive cyberspace operations (DCO and OCO). Cyber operations specialists ensure the freedom of maneuver within the cyberspace domain and deny the same to adversaries.

Job Duties

• Perform cyber attacks/defenses
  
• Cyber intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance actions on specified systems and networks
• Conduct network terrain audits, penetration testing, basic digital forensics data analysis, and software threat analysis
• React to cyberspace events, employ cyberspace defense infrastructure capabilities, collect basic digital forensics data, provide incident response impact assessments and produce network security posture assessments

Requirements

Those who wish to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery (ASVAB), a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

Training

Job training for a cyber operations specialist requires completing 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and two phases of Advanced Individual Training (AIT). Phase one is located in Corry Station, FL for 25 weeks and phase two is located in Fort Gordon, GA for 20 weeks.

Some of the skills you'€™ll learn are:

• Conducting defensive cyberspace operations
  
• Conducting offensive cyberspace operations
  
• Analyzing information

 http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/browse-career-and-job-categories/computers-and-technology/cyber-operations-specialist.html

Army cyber events tag-team to attract new technologies

  Cyber Blitz. Cyber Quest. Cyber Innovation Challenge.

Feeling the whiplash? Good -- then hackers and attackers will, too.

Seeking to attract cutting-edge technologies from the public and private sectors as it equips a growing cyber force, the Army has established a series of events to quickly evaluate, integrate -- and in some cases, purchase -- cyber capabilities. As part of the Army's broader cyber equipping strategy, the distinct but linked events are fueling the early experimentation that leads to more agile and informed procurement.

https://www.army.mil/article/170378/army_cyber_events_tag_team_to_attract_new_technologies

Go to college now.

So, you are thinking about joining the Army, but you would like to earn a degree first. Why not do both at the same time?

While serving in the Army Reserve, you will have the flexibility to live wherever you want and attend school full time. In return, you’ll have access to many education benefits that will greatly reduce your financial burden.

Want to join the Army as an Officer? The Reserve Officer Training Corps (ROTC) will allow you to undergo Officer training while you attend college as a full-time student.
 http://www.goarmy.com/benefits/education-benefits/go-to-college-now.html

If you’re planning on attending college, the Army can help

 You can earn up to full tuition through scholarships and dozens of financial aid programs. Learn about the GI Bill, loan repayment programs and more.

http://www.goarmy.com/benefits/education-benefits.html

Army Reserve logistics capabilities play integral role in Exercise Anakonda 16

 WARSAW, Poland -- Anakonda 16 has been described by many in the Polish and U.S. military as a multi-national exercise that demonstrates an alliance in Europe between Poland and other NATO countries. Furthermore, it tests the ability of approximately 12,000 U.S. troops spread across 15 sites in Poland and Germany, with an additional 12,000 allied nation troops ability to deploy to an austere environment in order to fend off any adversary. But even this all-encompassing description inadequately captures the complete benefits of Anakonda 16

https://www.army.mil/article/170204/army_reserve_logistics_capabilities_play_integral_role_in_exercise_anakonda_16

Defense secretary observes, mentors future leaders at Cadet Summer Training

 The leaders of tomorrow's Army met with one of the leaders of today's military as Secretary of Defense Ash Carter visited Fort Knox and Cadets completing their Cadet Summer Training, June 22, 2016.

During his visit, Carter observed Cadet training, held a Q&A session with Cadets, and had lunch with several Cadets attending CST.

Carter started out his Q&A session with the Cadets by sharing some words of wisdom on how Army leaders can stay the world's leaders in the global community.
https://www.army.mil/article/170256/defense_secretary_observes_mentors_future_leaders_at_cadet_summer_training

McCravey's Leap Nominated for an ESPY

 The national phenomenon that is Kasey McCravey's leap over the Lehigh catcher to score in Army West Point softball's semi-final game has not only gained her attention worldwide, but has also garnered her a nomination for an ESPY Award. The ESPY Awards are presented annually by ESPN to amateur and professional athletes for a variety of accomplishments.

Fans are encouraged to vote for McCravey's play on the ESPN site and on Twitter. The Best Play category is setup in a bracket format with McCravey's leap as the 12-seed. The final winner will be presented the 2016 ESPY for Best Play on July 13, at the live show in Los Angeles.

http://www.goarmywestpoint.com/news/2016/6/22/softball-mccraveys-leap-nominated-for-an-espy.aspx

Five Players Named to Academic Honor Roll

The Army West Point women's basketball team landed five players on the 2016 Patriot League Academic Honor Roll, the league announced Wednesday. The Women's Basketball Academic Honor Roll includes 76 players from the 10-team conference.

To be eligible for the Spring Academic Honor Roll, a student-athlete must earn at least a 3.20 GPA in the spring semester and participate in one of the Patriot League's winter or spring championship sports.
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http://www.goarmywestpoint.com/news/2016/6/22/womens-basketball-five-players-named-to-academic-honor-roll.aspx

The Fastest Route Is Through The Air

Helicopters are used for many different types of missions, including assault, search and destroy, scouting, transport and resupply. The Army also utilizes Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) to perform strikes and reconnaissance without risking manpower.
 http://www.goarmy.com/about/army-vehicles-and-equipment/army-helicopters-and-uavs.html#

U.S. Army Air Assault School

 In Fort Campbell, Kentucky, the United States Army Air Assault School qualifies soldiers to conduct air mobile and air assault helicopter operations, to include aircraft orientation, sling-load operations, proper rappelling techniques and fast-rope techniques. The school itself is 10 training days in length.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rlxJtHpVqnE

US, Polish Forces execute air assault during exercise Anakonda 16

 SWIDWIN, Poland -- Over 35 NATO helicopters from the Polish 1st Army Aviation Brigade, 25th Air Cavalry Brigade, and the U.S. 12th Combat Aviation Brigade "Task Force Griffin," participated in a battalion size air assault of over 400 Sky Soldiers from 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, 173rd Airborne Brigade, during exercise Anakonda 16, June 10-11, at the 21st Tactical Air Base.

This multi-ship battalion size air assault enabled the Sky Soldiers of 1st Battalion, 503rd Infantry Regiment, Airborne Brigade, to move quickly to their objective and seize the initiative from the opposing force.


https://www.army.mil/article/170203/us_polish_forces_execute_air_assault_during_exercise_anakonda_16

You may be asking yourself, “What is the Army Reserve ?”

 What is the difference between active duty and reserve? Active duty is similar to working at a full-time job - with the Army - while the Army Reserve allows you to pursue a civilian career or attend college full-time and still serve your community and country. You can live where you want, receive medical benefits, educational benefits, tuition assistance, and build for retirement. In other words, in the Army Reserve, you can continue your career or education while training close to home and standing ready to serve with your valuable job skills.

http://www.goarmy.com/reserve/role.html

U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers Train to Maintain Overall Mission Readiness

 

1 / 4 Show Caption + A U.S. Army Reserve Sgt. Kevin Troung, 1017th Quartermaster Company, Camp Pendleton,Calif., reviews a range card with Spc. April Smith and Sgt. Eric Terrill, in preparation for atactical scenario during Combat Support Training Exercise 91-16-02, Fort Hunter Liggett, Calif.,June 17, 2016. As the largest U.S. Army Reserve training exercise, CSTX 91-16-02 providesSoldiers with unique opportunities to sharpen their technical and tactical skills in combat-likeconditions. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Krista L. Rayford, 367th Mobile Public AffairsDetachment) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Krista Rayford) VIEW ORIGINAL

2 / 4 Show Caption + A U.S. Army Reserve Soldier, 1017th Quartermaster Company, Camp Pendleton, Calif., fires ablank round during a tactical scenario as part of Combat Support Training Exercise 91-16-02,Fort Hunter Liggett, Calif., June 17, 2016. As the largest U.S. Army Reserve training exercise,CSTX 91-16-02 provides Soldiers with unique opportunities to sharpen their technical andtactical skills in combat-like conditions. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Krista L. Rayford, 367thMobile Public Affairs Detachment) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Krista Rayford) VIEW ORIGINAL

3 / 4 Show Caption + A U.S. Army Reserve Soldier, 1017th Quartermaster Company, Camp Pendleton, Calif.,prepares to react to enemy fire during a tactical scenario as part of Combat Support TrainingExercise 91-16-02, Fort Hunter Liggett, Calif., June 17, 2016. As the largest U.S. Army Reservetraining exercise, CSTX 91-16-02 provides Soldiers with unique opportunities to sharpen theirtechnical and tactical skills in combat-like conditions. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Krista L.Rayford, 367th Mobile Public Affairs Detachment) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Krista Rayford) VIEW ORIGINAL

4 / 4 Show Caption + A U.S. Army Reserve Soldier, 1017th Quartermaster Company, Camp Pendleton, Calif., engagesthe enemy during a tactical scenario at Combat Support Training Exercise 91-16-02, Fort HunterLiggett, Calif., June 17, 2016. As the largest U.S. Army Reserve training exercise, CSTX 91-16-02 provides Soldiers with unique opportunities to sharpen their technical and tactical skills incombat-like conditions. (U.S. Army photo by Sgt. Krista L. Rayford, 367th Mobile PublicAffairs Detachment) (Photo Credit: Sgt. Krista Rayford) VIEW ORIGINAL

FORT HUNTER LIGGETT, Calif., June 17, 2016 -- Combat is never convenient and the U.S. Army Reserve Soldiers from 1017th Quartermaster Company, Camp Pendleton, California, found that out when their fuel point was attacked during Combat Support Training Exercise (CSTX) 91-16-02 at Fort Hunter Liggett, California, June 17, 2016.

As the largest U.S. Army Reserve training exercise, CSTX 91-16-02 provides Soldiers with unique opportunities to sharpen their technical and tactical skills in combat-like conditions. It takes place over the course of three weeks.
https://www.army.mil/article/170140/us_army_reserve_soldiers_train_to_maintain_overall_mission_readiness

Swift Response returns to Hohenfels

 Swift Response 16 hit its stride, June 15, as nearly 1,100 airborne soldiers from seven nations jumped into Hohenfels and Grafenwoehr Training Areas to initiate the second phase of this multinational, cross European exercise.

The task force of paratroopers came from the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division from Fort Bragg, N.C., the 6th Polish Airborne Brigade, and a joint Franco-British unit, the Airborne Combined Joint Expeditionary Force, conducting its first fully-operational exercise as a team.


https://www.army.mil/…/…/swift_response_returns_to_hohenfels

Swift Response returns to Hohenfels

HOHENFELS, Germany -- Swift Response 16 hit its stride, June 15, as nearly 1,100 airborne soldiers from seven nations jumped into Hohenfels and Grafenwoehr Training Areas to initiate the second phase of this multinational, cross European exercise.

The task force of paratroopers came from the 1st Brigade Combat Team, 82nd Airborne Division from Fort Bragg, N.C., the 6th Polish Airborne Brigade, and a joint Franco-British unit, the Airborne Combined Joint Expeditionary Force, conducting its first fully-operational exercise as a team.

https://www.army.mil/article/169742/swift_response_returns_to_hohenfels

Soldiers are nation's best ambassadors, Fanning says at welcome ceremony

 Lawmakers, leaders from across the Department of Defense, and personal guests welcomed Eric K. Fanning to his new role as the 22nd secretary of the Army, during a full-honor arrival ceremony, June 20, at Summerall Field on Joint Base Myer-Henderson Hall.

"Secretary Fanning served as my chief of staff when I first became secretary of Defense," said Secretary of Defense Ashton B. Carter. "I looked to him to help me recruit and attract a talented and innovative team of civilian and military leaders, many of whom are with us today."

https://www.army.mil/article/170119/soldiers_are_nations_best_ambassadors_fanning_says_at_welcome_ceremony

Secretary of the Army earns his Cake in Poland

 TORUN, Poland -- Eric Fanning, the 22nd Secretary of the Army, visited the Knights Brigade, June 14, to help celebrate the Army's 241st birthday and learn the many ways the 16th Sustainment Brigade is 'Sustaining a Strong Europe'.

The Knights Brigade had been sharing #EarnYourCake clips, a campaign encouraged by Sgt. Maj of the Army Daniel Dailey, and the secretary of the Army decided to make an impromptu visit and verify that 16th Sustainment Brigade was Army Strong.

https://www.army.mil/article/169764/secretary_of_the_army_earns_his_cake_in_poland

Sapper Tab

 The Sapper tab is worn by those elite Soldiers that have passed the Sapper Leader Course. Sappers are combat engineers who advance to the front lines with infantry units. Find out what it's like being a Sapper, from the history to modern day. See what it takes to EARN THE SAPPER TAB.


http://www.goarmy.com/home/earn-the-tab.html

Mountain Tab

The Mountain tab is worn by those Soldiers assigned to the elite Mountain units. These units specialize in fighting under harsh terrain and weather conditions. Find out what being part of a Mountain unit means to Soldiers. See what it takes to EARN THE MOUNTAIN TAB.

http://www.goarmy.com/home/earn-the-tab.html

US Soldiers say 'bonjour' to jungle warfare

Deep in a Gabonese jungle on the coast of Corisco Bay, one may hear birds, rustling trees and U.S. Army infantrymen running up and down hillsides calling out to one another, "Hurry up!" "Let's go!" "Come on man, you're almost there!"

After training for months in the deserts of Fort Bliss, Texas, and the National Training Center in Fort Irwin, Calif., approximately 60 Soldiers of Bravo Company, 3rd Battalion, 7th Infantry Regiment, transitioned to the humid climate and thick vegetation at French Jungle Warfare School in Gabon.

 https://www.army.mil/article/169604/us_soldiers_say_bonjour_to_jungle_warfare

Environmental Science/Engineering Officer (72D)

Environmental scientists supervise the scientific research for environmental health and industrial hygiene. As an officer on the U.S. Army health care team, their knowledge helps prevent illness and injury for military personnel.

Job Duties

• Identify, evaluate and recommend the course of action to control potential health hazards
  
• Assess weapons, equipment, clothing and material systems
  
• Develop environmental health and industrial hygiene criteria/standards
  
• Promote policies, programs, practices and operations for the prevention of disease, illness and injury

http://www.goarmy.com/careers-and-jobs/amedd-categories/medical-service-corps-jobs/environmental-scientist.html

New course on nanotechnology showcases vast potential to benefit the warfighter

 If there is one lesson to glean from Picatinny Arsenal's new course in nanomaterials, it's this: never underestimate the power of small.

Nanotechnology is the study of manipulating matter on an atomic, molecular, or supermolecular scale. The end result can be found in our everyday products, such as stained glass, sunscreen, cellphones, and pharmaceutical products.

Other examples are in U.S. Army items such as vehicle armor, Soldier uniforms, power sources, and weaponry. All living things also can be considered united forms of nanotechnology produced by the forces of nature.

https://www.army.mil/article/169673/new_course_on_nanotechnology_showcases_vast_potential_to_benefit_the_warfighter

Happy 241st Birthday