Rachel Jones | |
|---|---|
| Allegiance |  United States of America |
| Service | United States Army |
| Years of service | 2004–2024 |
| Rank | Major |
| Commands | Sustainment Command Cyber Division |
| Education | Montana State University |
Major Rachel Jones is an American military officer who served as a chief of the United States Army Sustainment Command Cyber Division.
Jones grew up in Arlington Heights, Illinois. [1] She graduated from Montana State University in 2004 with a bachelor's degree in psychology. [2] She later earned a master's degree in cybersecurity. [2]
Jones serves as the United States Army Sustainment Command Cyber Division chief for ASC G6 Information Technology. [3] [1]
She was profiled by the United States Army on their website and social media accounts on June 22, 2023 to talk about mental health and her gender transition. [2] [3] The profile drew backlash and criticism from conservatives, including Donald Trump Jr., Colonel Rob Maness, and Jordan Peterson [2]
Jones retired from the military in October 2024, after twenty years of service. [1]
Jones lives in East Moline, Illinois. [1]
She came out privately as a transgender woman in 2019, but could not come out publicly due to the transgender military ban that was in place at the time. [3] She came out publicly in 2021, after the ban was lifted. [3]