Alex got tired of the military after 25 years and decided to get a real job.   He is still looking despite experience in intelligence, munitions, and law enforcement but meanwhile he serves as a museum director, runs a shooting range, and shamelessly spoils longhorns.  He understands that “military intelligence” makes as much sense as "honest politician" and that “military grade” is both a baseline and a pejorative.  He is still perfecting his Far Side homage "cow phone" project.