Chad Hultz

About Chad Hultz

Chad Hultz is a writer and editor for Military.com, where he covers technology, including artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, alongside veterans’ issues and the outdoors. His reporting focuses on how emerging tools and policies shape the lives of service members, veterans, and their families, while also exploring the restorative role of the natural world in military culture.

A Marine Corps veteran and IT program manager, Chad brings both operational rigor and narrative depth to his work. He has contributed to NW News, The Seattle Times, and American Grit, an author and serves as senior writer and editor for OutdoorsNW. His expertise spans military affairs, technology, and the systems that connect people, policy, and place.

Expertise

Technology reporting: AI, cybersecurity, and digital systems
Veterans’ issues and benefits navigation
Outdoor culture and its connection to military life

Professional Roles

Writer for Military.com
Senior writer and editor for OutdoorsNW
Contributor to NW News, The Seattle Times, and American Grit
Author

Education

Graduate Certificate from University of Denver in Information Technology Management

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Latest Articles

Military members, veterans, and their families go ice fishing during an outing with the Sierra Club’s Military Outdoors Program at Holland Lake near Minneapolis, Minnesota, in 2024. Credit: Sherman Neal / Sierra Club

New Report: 1 in 5 Veterans Lack Access to Nature

A new Sierra Club report shows one in five U.S. veterans lack nearby access to parks and nature, with the largest gaps in...

Pentagon Cyber Budget Surges to $15B in 2026 Bill

The 2026 NDAA boosts military cyber funding to about $15.1 billion, expanding operations, workforce and modernization...

The first step in the move out process is letting Campbell Crossing staff know of the impending move as soon as possible and filling out a notice to vacate form, said Karsten Haake, Lendlease project director for the Campbell Crossing community. Campbell Crossing is preparing for a 20-30% spike in turnover as permanent change of station, or PCS, season begins. Courtesy Fort Campbell Public Affairs Office

New STAY Act Aims to Cut PCS Moves for Military Families

A new bipartisan bill would require DoD to review tour lengths and reduce frequent PCS moves to improve stability for...

Apache Takeoff | U.S. Department of War Creator: Spc. Dustin Biven

Army Turns the Apache Into a Drone-Killing Gunship

The Army is giving the AH-64E Apache a new mission, transforming the iconic gunship into a fast-moving drone killer designed...

Hegseth Speaking to the Press - U.S. Department of War / Military.com

What Signal Is, and Why It Was Never Built for War Rooms

The Pentagon’s latest report makes one thing clear: Signal protects conversations, but it was never designed to safeguard U.S...

Some of the housing units available to service members and their families Oct. 27th, 2022, at McConnell Air Force Base, Kansas. The annual DoD Tenant Satisfaction Survey is a tool used by the Air Force and housing managers to assess the needs of service members and their families living on an installation (U.S. Air Force Photo by Staff Sgt. Adam Goodly)

Audit Finds Fresh Risks in Military Base Housing

A new federal audit shows major oversight gaps in privatized military housing, revealing missed warning signs, inconsistent...

A U.S. military veteran trains for a cybersecurity career at his home workstation, reviewing real-time threat data during a hands-on learning session.(Image created by Chad Hultz,Military.com)

Why Veterans Should Consider Cybersecurity Careers

Cybersecurity jobs are booming. Here’s why veterans are well suited for high-demand cyber roles.

Army maintainer personnel benefit from advanced technology that PPMx brings. They are better equipped to anticipate future component failures and perform proactive and planned maintenance at the most opportune times and locations, using the correct parts and tools, while prolonging the lifespan of equipment. (Pfc. Abraham Ziong, AH-64D Apache helicopter crew chief for Company D, Task Force Lobos, 1st Air Cavalry Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division. Image courtesy of U.S. Army, SSG Richard Wrigley)

How AI Is Helping the Military Predict Failures

AI tools are helping the military predict equipment failures before they happen. Here’s how mission-focused analytics are...

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Matthew Thompson (right), a communications officer, and Lt. Col. Thomas Driscoll, a plans officer, both assigned to II Marine Expeditionary Force, attend the Basic Analytic Wargaming Course on Marine Corps Base Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. (U.S. Marine Corps photo by Cpl. Eric Ramirez)

AI Enters the Classroom at the Marine War College

The Marine War College is testing AI tools to improve planning, wargaming, and decision-making as leaders prepare for future...

Sunrise over Mount Hood, Oregon, Aug. 20, 2021. (Courtesy photo by Rick Marshall)

Finding Peace Outdoors: Veterans and Nature’s Healing Power

Stepping outside helps veterans find calm, rebuild focus, and reconnect with purpose. Here’s how nature supports healing...

Top 10 Ways Military Families Can Build a Portable Business with AI

Military families can use AI tools to build portable, flexible businesses that thrive through every PCS move.

Veterans face many challenges transitioning out of the military. Many companies offer programs and services to support. (Image created by Chad Hultz, Military.com)

11 Companies That Help Veterans Transition to Civilian Life

From OpenAI to Amazon, these 11 companies offer free training, mentoring, and job programs to help veterans transition to...

An unarmed Minuteman III Intercontinental Ballistic Missile launches during the Glory Trip-253 operational test on May 21 from Vandenberg Space Force Base, California. ICBM test launches demonstrate the readiness, reliability and effectiveness of the U.S. nuclear deterrent, ensuring national security in an era of strategic competition. This routine test validates the accuracy and performance of the weapons systems. (U.S. Army photo by Ian Morales)

Inside the Minuteman III: Power Behind the U.S. Launch

The Air Force’s latest Minuteman III launch from California highlights the lasting power and precision of America’s ICBM...

Veterans transitioning out of the military now have a new resource to help them, ChatGPT - Image by Military.com.

OpenAI Offers ChatGPT Plus Free for Veterans

OpenAI is giving U.S. servicemembers and veterans a free year of ChatGPT Plus to make the transition to civilian life easier.

Service members suffering from PTSD may have new options under the VA pending the outcomes of several research studies (U.S. Marine Corps photo).

VA Expands Psychedelic Therapy Trials for PTSD Treatment

The VA is expanding psychedelic-assisted therapy trials for PTSD and depression at nine facilities, exploring new hope for...

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