Hey everyone, I'm really curious about which military branch would be best for someone interested in anomalies investigations. Have you guys heard anything about this? I know it's kind of specific, but any help would be appreciated. Thanks!
I believe your interest in investigating anomalies could be well-suited to a career within the military's intelligence community.
The Air Force, for example, has the Office of Special Investigations (OSI). It is a unit of the U.S. Air Force that investigates major crimes, fraud, counterintelligence, cybercrime, and matters related to national security.
The Navy has the Naval Criminal Investigative Service (NCIS). This is a civilian-run agency that investigates felony-level offenses affecting the Department of the Navy. This includes espionage, terrorism, and crimes related to national security.
The Army has the Criminal Investigation Command (CID). This branch focuses primarily on criminal investigations, but in cases of national security, it works closely with federal agencies.
The Marine Corps and Coast Guard do not have separate investigative agencies; they usually coordinate with NCIS and CID respectively for such cases.
Lastly, the newest branch, the Space Force, might provide unique opportunities in the future as it continues to evolve.
Remember, a key part of these roles often involves analyzing and interpreting information, problem-solving, and critical thinking—skills that are important for anomaly investigations.
When choosing a branch, you should think about which area of investigation interests you the most. I would definitely recommend speaking to a recruiter from each branch to get a better understanding of the opportunities available. They can provide more details about the process, the lifestyle, and career advancement possibilities.
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