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These two overlap on 1 civilian career
Both 31D and 1A8X1feed the same work. This is the concrete version of "transferable skills" — worth naming directly on a resume.
31D — CID Special Agent
Army Criminal Investigation Division special agent conducting felony criminal investigations, crime scene processing, and forensic analysis for the U.S. Army.
Top civilian careers
- FBI/DEA/ATF Agent$105,000.00
- Criminal Investigator$98,000.00
- Fraud Examiner$85,000.00
- Private Investigator$59,380.00
Key skills
1A8X1 — Airborne Cryptologic Linguist
Performs airborne signals intelligence collection and analysis using foreign language skills aboard reconnaissance aircraft. Provides real-time intelligence to ground commanders.
Top civilian careers
- Intelligence Analyst (NSA)$105,000.00
- Linguist (Defense Contractor)$85,000.00
- Translator/Interpreter$57,090.00
Key skills
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