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11B: Infantryman to $100K+
Where an Army Infantryman fits in the civilian job market, what it pays, and how to get there.
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What the job is, in plain English
Leads and fights as part of a rifle team or squad; plans missions, maintains weapons and equipment, and trains and leads soldiers.
Skills that transfer
- Leading teams under pressure
- Planning and executing complex operations
- Training and developing people
- Risk management and safety
- Equipment accountability
Matching civilian roles and pay
5 of 5 matched roles reach $100K+ for top earners nationally; the highest median here is Training and Development Managers at $133,000. Matches come from O*NET's crosswalk for 11B (Infantryman).
| Civilian role | Median pay | 90th percentile | $100K+ potential |
|---|---|---|---|
| Training and Development Managers | $133,000 | $233,600 | Median already clears $100K |
| Emergency Management Directors | $93,330 | $166,430 | Yes: top 10% earn $166,430+ |
| Training and Development Specialists | $69,280 | $123,250 | Yes: top 10% earn $123,250+ |
| First-Line Supervisors of Firefighting and Prevention Workers | $93,530 | $140,010 | Yes: top 10% earn $140,010+ |
| First-Line Supervisors of Construction Trades and Extraction Workers | $79,920 | $128,260 | Yes: top 10% earn $128,260+ |
Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 national estimates, national annual wages (BLS OEWS). Your pay will vary with location, experience, clearance, education and employer. Some O*NET roles share a broader BLS pay group, which is noted under the role name.
Certifications worth a look
- PMP or CAPM
- OSHA 30 / Certified Safety Professional (CSP) path
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Commonly pursued by people in this field; not an official list. Check what your branch will fund, and see the full list for your code, on DoD COOL (Army COOL: 11B).
The clearance angle
Many infantry soldiers hold a Secret clearance. Pair it with leadership experience for operations, training, security and program roles at defense companies. See what a security clearance is worth in 2026.
Next steps
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