Why Work for DoD

Why Work for DoD

The U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) employs nearly 1 million civilians, many serving in critical positions domestically and internationally. There are a myriad opportunities requiring a diverse range of skills in the emerging technologies communities of cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, and software development.

If a competitive salary, great benefits, unsurpassed training, and the pride of defending our Nation interests you, then your future is with DoD.

As a civilian in DoD, you play an important role in the defense of our Nation and in supporting our Armed Forces. The Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and other DoD Agencies have civilian positions in nearly 675 occupations. Display your skills in the DoD Emerging Technologies Talent Marketplace and pursue your future with a diverse, challenging, and rewarding DoD civilian career.