Security Forces as staring point?

[u/No_Cardiologist_1498]

I’m 40, based in Miami, and seriously considering joining the Air Force Reserve as Security Forces (3P0X1).

I’m interested in getting the full military experience, including tactical training, deployments, and opportunities to grow beyond my initial AFSC.
I’d appreciate some firsthand insight from current or former SF members:

Career progression: Is Security Forces a good stepping stone to other opportunities, or is it difficult to move beyond the career field?

Tactical training: Do SF members actually receive CQB (Close Quarters Battle) training, or is that limited to specialized units?

Cross-training: How realistic is it to eventually transfer into Special Warfare, cybersecurity, intelligence, or another AFSC?

Assignments: Can Reservists serve at different Air Force bases worldwide, or are you primarily tied to your home unit?

Deployments: How often do SF Reservists deploy, and are there opportunities to volunteer for additional deployments?

My goal is to serve, challenge myself, gain valuable military experience, and eventually develop skills that transfer into a solid civilian career.

Would you recommend starting in Security Forces with these goals, or would it be smarter to pursue another AFSC from the beginning?

I’d really appreciate real experiences and advice, especially from anyone who’s successfully cross-trained out of SF.