The SkillBridge Path
From OT After Hours by Rockwell Automation
August 28, 2025 · 38 min · Season 2 · Episode 10
About this episode
The episode discusses the SkillBridge program and its impact on veterans transitioning to civilian careers in OT cybersecurity.
In this episode of OT After Hours, host Ken Kully , Systems Support Lead at Verve Industrial, sits down with Zach Woltjer and Connor Murphy , Technical Account Managers at Rockwell Automation to explore how the U.S. Department of Defense's SkillBridge program is helping veterans transition into civilian careers in OT cybersecurity. Zach shares how his own journey through SkillBridge not only eased his transition out of the military but also inspired him to help set up the program at Verve. Connor recounts his path from military intelligence into OT security, proving that determination, adaptability, and soft skills can open doors—degree or no degree. Together, their stories highlight how military training and mindsets translate into critical skills for protecting industrial infrastructure. Key Takeaways SkillBridge as a bridge: A program designed to help military personnel transition smoothly into civilian careers, including cybersecurity roles. Soft skills are critical: Strategic thinking, adaptability, and communication—often honed in the military—translate directly to success in OT security. From intel to OT security: Zach and Connor share how experiences in military…
People in this episode
Host: Ken Kully
Guests: Zach Woltjer, Connor Murphy
Topics covered
- SkillBridge program
- veteran transition
- OT cybersecurity
- military training
- soft skills
- career development
Keywords
- SkillBridge
- veterans
- cybersecurity
- military
- soft skills
- OT security
- career transition
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: U.S. Department of Defense, Rockwell Automation, Verve Industrial
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