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I would think it would be terribly difficult to get accustomed to all our "sloth" after being in such a different environment. When I'm faced with decisions like this, I usually find some quiet time, a big glass of wine, and I sit down and ask the one question that always gets my imagination going....

"Where do you want to be 10 years from now?"

Usually after considering things from "the sky is the limit" perspective, the answers start coming to me. Sounds crazy, but it's a really good exercise.

Good luck.

Thanks, I agree with taking a job on post. Most of the NGOs are co-located with force protection and are escorted while off post but we've all seen what can happen.

I can understand how some are drawn to the region for money but I don't think I could do it for that purpose. I just think the work is worthwhile and I want a challenge & a sense of accomplishment.

Thanks again for your comment

Only if I could work for Bushney's Halliburton.

More are killed on our streets than overseas!!!

If I had thought about that, I would have added it as an option..

I will have to try that but I'll probably do it with a beer or two (I am sooo uncultured)

Ok. beer it is... but before you get all deep in thought...we still need to talk the "prize" you won. I need info before I can proceed...

NGO or GO...they couldn't pay me enough to get kidnapped...

They are all working here in the delis and gas stations so I dont think jobs are there..I would have to say no..

I'll give you really specific advice which i hope you will take very seriously if you consider working in either country.

Find out where you will be contracted on what basis and find out the conditions you will be housed in, IE will you be housed in a guarded complex by "contract agent security" or guarded by the military, as there's a specific difference.

The locals are embedded even through the security service right down to the ministry of the interior so never travel anywhere without a loaded firearm and i'm not just talking about a sidearm and make sure you carry a grenade specifically around your neck, just in case the worst may happen.

Then there's what you will actually be doing and if you have and what the security detail will be, or if you will be providing this service to others?

Remember, your personal security is dependant on say 8 people you will not know and have no idea on their capabilities or professionalism, especially if their "subcontracted in".

Also it's important to remember contracters have no authority and are basically a private army who aren't accountable so you never know if your mixing with "Wash outs" and the only criteria for signing on is the ability to hold it together until your on the aircraft and don't have a mental breakdown on site!!

If you go make sure you spend plenty of time on a range and make damn sure you can clean your sidearm with virtually your eyes closed to clear any stoppage in your sleep.

All else fails you can always find some poor sod like me to watch over you!

OK, we'll talk but no VR lapdance..

Phew!

Thanks Robbie, very good points.

I'm not certain it's the case with all locations but where I am looking at are with the military on military bases/outposts. I feel more comfortable with that since I know the military pretty well. Since you mentioned it, I will watch that as I go through the processing and make that a priority.

I'm sure there are some good people contracting security services there but I don't like the idea of the loose controls and the lack of accountability. I have to wonder about their recruiting methods as well. I suspect money is a huge factor.

Regarding weapons. We don't carry. I do shoot really well but that doesn't do a lot of good without a weapon. To be honest, this bothers me as I trust myself more than anyone else.

Anyway, thanks again for the input.

Can't argue that. No amount of money is worth your life but somethings may be worth doing for other reasons even with the risk.

Thanks for your comment

Lots of assistance work needed.

Trust me, get on a range with a 9MM reliable pistol and practice and practice and practice, your life may well and that of others may well depend on it.

I wont say specifically which companies are the better but there are plenty of guys who work as say an army truck driver and then leave the army to come straight back as a contract employee and earn a shitload more money but then they may well be working with poorly trained or incompatible training or lots of other unforeseen training shortfalls.

At least if your embedded with the military with military security fixing oil wells and pumping stations you will be adequately protected.Just remember an IED doesn't select just specific personnel, it blows the shit out of everything and if your unable to shoot a weapon you might be the only one left who is able to defend yourself or others.

Remember that, and keep your head down, please.

Pay me 3 or 4 thousand a week and I'd work beside Dude for a month.









Damn, I know I'd regret it.

Indy...are you predisposed to S&M?

Thanks again Robbie,

I like the SigSauer and I was pretty good with it. It's been 3 years since I carried a weapon but I do intend to shoot once I get back to the states. They do send us through training but it's more than likely much less than what I have already had.

IEDs are definately scarey and they can make a mess out of most of the vehicles they have over there with very few exceptions.

If I go, I will be careful. Thanks...

Is that all you want?