Deep, dark dives

ARABIAN GULF - The low light, the dark night and the deep sea barely revealed the two silhouettes in the water. Two other figures firmly held their life lines at the bow of the boat.

As quickly as they had jumped in, the divers disappeared into the 180-foot deep water.

Army divers from the 86th Engineer Dive Detachment, from Fort Eustis, Virginia, trained overnight from Thursday, July 21, 2016 until the early morning light, Friday on the Arabian Gulf.

The Deep Blue Exercise training reinforced the leadership skills of the dive supervisors. The primary mission of the exercise was to certify leaders in diving medicine, emergency protocols and mission essential tasks.


https://www.army.mil/article/172179/army_divers_prep_for_the_moment_their_lives_are_on_the_line

Thunderbolt leaders tackle 'Mungadai,' a test of the modern warrior

For more than 11 hours on July 22 the leaders of the 308th Brigade Support Battalion, 17th Field Artillery Brigade, faced daunting physical and mental tests during a Mungadai challenge. Then they jumped out of a CH-47 Chinook helicopter.

Once the name of the elite soldiers of Genghis Khan's Mongol army, today the "Mungadai" is a grueling test of modern-day warriors that offers them a chance to build resiliency and develop agile and adaptive leaders

https://www.army.mil/article/172197/thunderbolt_leaders_tackle_mungadai_a_test_of_the_modern_warrior

Reenlistment and Rejoining to continue your Army Career

If you're interested in rejoining the military or advancing your military career, below you'll find some resources to help you on your way.

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Realistic training leads to real-life preparedness

In a combat theater soldiers face small arms fire and exploding ordnance attacks, but for Reserve Soldiers it can be difficult to simulate these real world threats during monthly battle assemblies.

To achieve the most realistic training possible, Reserve units teamed up with Active Army and Army National Guard units here at Fort McCoy, Wisconsin for the 84th Training Command's third and final Warrior Exercise of the year, hosted by the 86th Training Division from July 9 through 23.

https://www.army.mil/article/172129/realistic_training_leads_to_real_life_preparedness

After 75 years, more opportunities for enlisted to become officers

WASHINGTON (Army News Service) -- A recent change in eligibility now allows enlisted personnel up to age 33 to apply to become officers. Also, there's no longer a requirement to serve in the Army for six years before going to Officer Candidate School.

https://www.army.mil/article/171472/after_75_years_more_opportunities_for_enlisted_to_become_officers

All-Army champ jabs his way to the 2020 Olympics

SCHOFIELD BARRACKS, Hawaii -- Walking into Pearlside Boxing and Fitness in Kapolei, Hawaii, amidst the smell of old sweat, worn leather, the swish-snap of jump ropes, speed bags, and '80s rock music, a modest champion can be found contributing to the daily grind.

Standing at about six feet tall, with a pleasant demeanor and almost awkward physique, this simple Soldier transforms into a machine of focus and power as he begins his regimen. Never stopping for more than a few seconds, the 21-year-old does not take his mind off the target: to become an Olympic champion.


https://www.army.mil/article/171891/all_army_champ_jabs_his_way_to_the_2020_olympics

Nodal Network Systems Operator-Maintainer (25N)

The nodal network systems operator-maintainer is responsible for making sure that the lines of communication are always up and running. They maintain strategic and tactical nodal systems.


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Nodal Network Systems Operator-Maintainer (25N)

The nodal network systems operator-maintainer is responsible for making sure that the lines of communication are always up and running. They maintain strategic and tactical nodal systems.


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Network defense to become more sophisticated, effective

We must rethink how we defend ourselves from the increasingly sophisticated and capable enemy cyber advances," said Maj. Gen. Paul Nakasone.

Nakasone, commander of the Cyber National Mission Force, U.S. Cyber Command, spoke July 14 at the "Network Readiness in a Complex World" panel hosted by the Association of the United States Army.


https://www.army.mil/article/171749/network_defense_to_become_more_sophisticated_effective

Army reviews diversity in combat arms leadership

The Army has done a good job of increasing diversity in the force in terms both race and gender. But there's still work to be done.

At Fort Eustis, Virginia, July 12 through 14, the Army's Training and Doctrine Command convened the 2016 Army Diversity Summit to examine the reasons why the top tiers of leadership remain so homogeneous while much of the rest of the Army has become increasingly diverse. The summit was convened, in part, to solicit subject-matter experts for proposed solutions to the problem.



https://www.army.mil/article/171727/army_reviews_diversity_in_combat_arms_leadership

Soldiers prepare on tank simulators for Saber Guardian exercise

CONSTANTA, Romania - Soldiers from the 1st Combined Arms Battalion, 64th Armored Regiment used Bradley and tank simulators on Thursday, July 14, to conduct vital training prior to participating in Exercise Saber Guardian later this month.

"Before you can shoot the actual weapons, you have to qualify on the simulator," said Staff Sgt. Bill Stark, Delta Company, 1-64th AR. "We changed up our tank crews since our last gunnery range, so everyone needs to requalify on the simulators again."

While the simulator is not the same as being in a real tank, Spc. Jordan Hildreth, Delta Company, 1-64, said he enjoyed the experience.


https://www.army.mil/article/171603/soldiers_prepare_on_tank_simulators_for_saber_guardian_exercise

Combat medic wins Pat Tillman award, raises disability awareness at 2016 ESPY awards

LOS ANGELES -- Sgt. Elizabeth Marks does not swim to win medals, reap accolades, or even earn a spot on the U.S. Paralympic Team.

"I don't chase medals," Marks said. "I chase experiences. I don't believe in stepping on a block or training and thinking about an object. I train thinking about friends that I've impacted along the way and strangers that I've gotten to impact along the way. That's the real prize. That's what it's all about for me."

Marks recently won four gold medals at the 2016 Invictus Games and has earned a berth in the 2016 Rio Paralympic Games. On Wednesday, July 13, she was honored at the 2016 ESPY awards before a national television audience with a Pat Tillman Award for Service.


https://www.army.mil/article/171641/combat_medic_wins_pat_tillman_award_raises_disability_awareness_at_2016_espy_awards

Army Announces ARCYBER as an ASCC

The Department of the Army announces the designation of U.S. Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER) as an Army Service Component Command (ASCC).

On July 11, 2016, the Secretary of the Army signed Department of the Army General Order (DA GO 2016-11) designating ARCYBER as an ASCC. Designating ARCYBER as an ASCC brings its roles and authorities in line with other ASCCs (e.g. U.S. Army Europe and U.S. Army Special Operations Command) and is a major step forward in providing unity of command for cyberspace operations in support of, and fully integrated with, U.S. Cyber Command.



https://www.army.mil/article/171513/army_announces_arcyber_as_an_ascc

The Army aims for the cloud

WASHINGTON (Army News Service) -- The Army will begin a hybrid cloud pilot program at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama in September once the request for proposal ends and an industry vendor is selected.

The pilot program is an early initiative aimed at securely moving data to the cloud within the Department of Defense, said Lt. Gen. Robert S. Ferrell, the Army's chief information officer, who spoke on Thursday, July 14, at the "Network Readiness in a Complex World" panel hosted by the Association of the United States Army.

https://www.army.mil/article/171548/the_army_aims_for_the_cloud

Muhammad Ali visited, boxed with, 2ID troops on Camp Casey in 1976

When three-time world heavyweight boxing champion Muhammad Ali died last month at age 74, admirers the world over looked back on the career of "The Greatest" and some of his most memorable fights.

There was his 1964 upset victory over Sonny Liston, giving him his first heavyweight title; later, The Fight of the Century, The Rumble in the Jungle, The Thrilla in Manila. But for Soldiers who were stationed here in Warrior Country 40 years ago, news of Ali's death may well have stirred anew their memories of an event that over the years has been all but forgotten: Ali's visit with the Soldiers of the 2nd Infantry Division on Camp Casey in Dongducheon on Sunday, June 29, 1976. Ali was 34.


https://www.army.mil/article/171422/muhammad_ali_visited_boxed_with_2id_troops_on_camp_casey_in_1976

Cyber Operations Specialist (17C) Jobs

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.



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Cyber experts examine threats to 'cyber cities'

More than 100 cyber experts and leaders gathered here recently for Cyber Endeavour, an annual symposium designed to call attention to the ever-changing challenges of securing military and civilian networks from cyber attacks.

The three-day conference focused on emerging threats to "cyber cities" and how a potential attack could impact national security should the worst occur: the crippling of key infrastructure.




https://www.army.mil/article/171303/cyber_experts_examine_threats_to_cyber_cities

Actor takes on role of a lifetime serving in Army

Spc. Cedric A. Harris, a radiology specialist at DiLorenzo Health Clinic in the Pentagon, once called Hollywood home.

In 1993, Harris graduated from Julliard School. Actress Viola Davis and other luminaries were in his "Group 22" graduating class, he said.

For the next several years, he traveled between New York and Los Angeles, appearing in a number of TV shows, including "New York Undercover," "Chicago Hope" and "As the World Turns." He also appeared in theatrical presentations, including "Shakespeare in the Park."


https://www.army.mil/article/171218/actor_takes_on_role_of_a_lifetime_serving_in_army

Medic kicks her way to medal at taekwondo championships

RICHMOND, Va. -- Spc. Monique Anderson, a medic with the 36th Engineer Brigade at Fort Hood, Texas, was the lone medalist from the All-Army Taekwondo Team which wrapped up its participation on July 7 at the 2016 National Championships in Richmond, Virginia.

She took the Bronze on Monday, July 4, before being bested in her semi-final fight later in the day.

"I was nervous at first, but once I started getting in my zone it was a lot of fun," said Anderson, after her first fight of the competition.

https://www.army.mil/article/171227/medic_kicks_her_way_to_medal_at_taekwondo_championships

Actor takes on role of a lifetime serving in Army

Spc. Cedric A. Harris, a radiology specialist at DiLorenzo Health Clinic in the Pentagon, once called Hollywood home.

In 1993, Harris graduated from Julliard School. Actress Viola Davis and other luminaries were in his "Group 22" graduating class, he said.

For the next several years, he traveled between New York and Los Angeles, appearing in a number of TV shows, including "New York Undercover," "Chicago Hope" and "As the World Turns." He also appeared in theatrical presentations, including "Shakespeare in the Park."

Over time, Harris became discontented with acting because of the "grueling road trips" and because the lifestyle was "hard on relationships," so he made a career switch.

 https://www.army.mil/article/171218/actor_takes_on_role_of_a_lifetime_serving_in_army

Robinett '15 Featured on ESPN's Baseball Tonight

 Former standout pitcher Alex Robinett '15 was recently featured on ESPN's Baseball Tonight and during the Fort Bragg Game on Sunday Night Baseball.

The righthander talked about his commitment to the United States Army and his choice to remain in the Armed Forces instead of pursuing a professional career. Robinett had a short stint in the professional ranks as he pitched for the Single A Short Season Staten Island Yankees and Single A Charleston Riverdogs.

http://www.goarmywestpoint.com/news/2016/7/7/arobinett-15-featured-on-espns-baseball-tonight.aspx

BECOMING A SOLDIER

The first step to becoming a Soldier is talking to a recruiter. He or she will guide you through the process of enlistment. Then, you will attend Basic Combat Training (BCT) and learn the ins and outs of being a Soldier. After Basic, you will enter Advanced Individual Training (AIT), where you will learn how to perform your Army job.

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Improving Army readiness for the 21st century

 At the tactical level, the job of logistics leaders is to train every day and develop junior leaders in a way that prepares their units to be called upon at any time to deploy in defense of the nation. Logistics leaders should work to keep their units as ready as possible through realistic training. That's the most important aspect of the tactical leader's job.

https://www.army.mil/article/169567/improving_army_readiness_for_the_21st_century

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Are we ready for the unseen fight?

An enemy soldier stood by his truck, communicating with his higher headquarters via radio. He was about to receive some critical information that would allow him to maneuver the members of his group against U.S.-friendly forces, but something unexpected happened.

Suddenly, there was nothing but garbled sounds and static coming through his receiver. He had lost his ability to communicate with other members of his unit, let alone his headquarters -- a severe handicap in battle.

https://www.army.mil/article/171050/are_we_ready_for_the_unseen_fight

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SEARCH CAREERS & JOBS

The Army offers a wide variety of Military Occupational Specialties to start you on your career path. Use the pull-down menu below to browse through by career categories to find a job that matches your interest or experience.

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Camp Arifjan Soldiers learn more than fighting in combatives

The Soldiers are exhausted before they ever get on the mat.

Master Sgt. Raymond Alston, the U.S. Army Central combatives instructor, chides them on, talking to the students from the pushup position.

"You're still here?" Alston says.

All but two Soldiers have already dropped out of the formation and jog laps around the interior walls of the gym. It's 8 a.m. Monday, June 27, at Camp Arifjan, Kuwait, where the temperatures are already climbing to more than 120 degrees outside and bleeding into the workout area.


https://www.army.mil/article/170971/camp_arifjan_soldiers_learn_more_than_fighting_in_combatives


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Army researchers testing Zika vaccine

Doctors at the Walter Reed Army Institute of Research who have developed a Zika vaccine that they've successfully tested on mice are now testing it on monkeys and hope to begin testing on humans later this year.

Their study, published June 28, in the journal Nature, demonstrated how mice developed immunity to the Zika virus after injection with a purified inactivated virus vaccine, called ZPIV.

 https://www.army.mil/article/170960/army_researchers_testing_zika_vaccine

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Army gets salute at Washington Nationals ballpark

 Army Day at the Washington Nationals game, June 28, also included youth from military Families lining up in front of the Nats dugout as the players ran by slapping them high five.


https://www.army.mil/article/170782/army_gets_salute_at_washington_nationals_ballpark

Independence Day celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776

 Independence Day celebrates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776, by the Continental Congress declaring the thirteen American colonies to be independent from the British Empire. The first national celebration was held on July 4, 1777 at Bristol, Rhode Island. Subsequently, in 1870, Congress declared Independence Day as a national holiday and in 1938 made it a paid federal holiday.

https://www.army.mil/standto/archive_2016-06-30