Veterans Bring Mission-Ready Skills to Sabey

Data centers depend on people who can manage complex systems, follow rigorous procedures and remain calm under pressure. Veterans often develop these capabilities during military service, making their experience highly relevant to careers in digital infrastructure.

Sabey is committed to recruiting, employing and supporting veterans throughout their careers. That commitment was recognized with the 2025 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award from the U.S. Department of Labor, which honors employers that demonstrate leadership in veteran hiring and retention.

From Military Service to Mission-Critical Careers

Military experience translates naturally to many roles within the data center industry. Veterans often bring technical expertise in electrical and mechanical systems, power generation, cybersecurity, communications, logistics and emergency response. Just as importantly, they bring leadership, accountability, adaptability and teamwork.

For Gurdeep Joshi, Data Center Assistant Reliability Manager and U.S. Navy veteran, the transition into civilian employment revealed how closely the principles he learned in the military aligned with his new career.

"My transition out from service to the civilian sector showed me that these practices are not foreign to me, but rather fundamental. Concepts of safety, determination, a shared vision, and team collaboration still exist, however, they're just expressed a bit differently. In a literal sense, utilizing my engineering background from the military allowed for a seamless transition in the sense of my profession."

Joshi's experience highlights how military training can provide a strong foundation for careers in digital infrastructure. While the work environment may change, the emphasis on safety, technical proficiency and teamwork remains essential.

Continuing to Lead and Grow

The transition to civilian employment can involve adapting to new workplace structures, learning industry-specific terminology and finding opportunities to apply existing skills. For many veterans, however, the leadership and teamwork they valued during military service remain central to their professional lives.

Andrew Wood, Senior Operations Manager and U.S. Navy veteran, found that the collaborative environment at Sabey reflected many of the qualities he appreciated most about serving.

"One of the things I appreciated most about my time in the Navy was the opportunity to work alongside great people, build strong teams, and help others grow into leaders. I'm grateful to have found those same values at Sabey, where I get to continue doing what I enjoy most: working with great people and helping them succeed."

Wood's experience demonstrates that a successful transition involves more than applying technical skills. It also means finding an environment where veterans can continue developing professionally, supporting their colleagues and contributing as leaders.

An Opportunity for the Data Center Industry

As demand for digital infrastructure grows, attracting and retaining qualified professionals remains a challenge. According to Uptime Institute's 2025 research:

• 46% of data center operators reported difficulty finding qualified candidates.
• 37% reported challenges retaining employees.
• Only 9% identified military or veterans' organizations as a leading source of new employees.

These findings suggest that veterans represent an underutilized talent pipeline for the industry. By recognizing transferable skills and creating clearer pathways into civilian careers, data center operators can help address workforce challenges while providing veterans with opportunities for long-term growth.

Supporting Those Who Continue to Serve

Sabey's commitment to veterans extends beyond helping former service members transition into civilian careers. It also includes supporting employees who maintain military obligations while working in the private sector.

Kristi Porter, Senior Manager of Training and Development, has experienced that support firsthand while balancing her responsibilities at Sabey with her continued military service.

"As both a veteran and a current Air Force Reservist, I’ve appreciated how supportive Sabey has been of my continued military service. Within my first six months, I’ve already had to step away for military duty, and Sabey made the leave process clear and was flexible and supportive in working around my service commitments. That experience has shown me that Sabey’s support for veterans extends beyond recognizing prior service; it also means supporting employees who continue to serve."

Porter's experience reflects an important part of creating a veteran-supportive workplace: recognizing that military commitments do not always end when someone begins a civilian career. Providing flexibility and clear processes allows employees to fulfill their service obligations while continuing to contribute professionally.

Building on a Foundation of Service

At Sabey, hiring veterans is about more than filling open positions. It is about recognizing the value of military experience and creating an environment where veterans can continue learning, leading and contributing to an important mission.

From applying technical expertise to developing future leaders and supporting ongoing military service, veterans strengthen Sabey in meaningful ways. The company's 2025 Gold HIRE Vets Medallion Award reflects its commitment to providing opportunities for those who have served.

Ready to continue your career in a mission-critical industry? Explore current opportunities on the Sabey Careers page.