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It is a fact also that many 'operators' in either Iraq or Afghanistan are there because, well, there remains little work elsewhere available that requires their skill set level. Something else they would probably would not admit.
It is a dangerous proposition to work alongside guys you don't initially know, either as blokes or their background, to work in a highly dangerous environment together with the fact that much of your survival depends on a lottery of fate. It is a thankless task because no one asked you to go there and you are there for your own reasons, mainly financial.
It can, without doubt be an excellent job if that is what you're after. Working alongside mates from your old mob working a professional and well run job. The adrenalin rush and the satisfaction of providing security in the most difficult of circumstances. It does remain though, a position of horses for courses and what suits your personal life. AB is right when out on the ground our first thoughts are the blokes we are fighting with and not our families. That is the way it should be. If it isn't you will remain a liability to yourself and those around you.
Both Iraq and Afghanistan, occupationally, are here to stay, certainly for the next few years. I would, however, advise that if you are keen to remain in a CP/ Security role leading to management responsiblities world wide then education in the broader security sense is most definitlely required. I also imagine that one day, the UK will be influxed with many 'CP' guys whose only experience is in the sand pit.
Rich H
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