Cyber Network Defender

Military Kids; New Jersey; Vor Ort; USD 35.760 - 84.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

30 days paid vacation

100% medical and dental coverage

Retirement pay

Education allowances

Special reenlistment bonuses

Zusammenfassung

A defense organization is seeking an Army Cyber Network Defender responsible for protecting computer networks against cyber attacks. Candidates must have a rank of Staff Sergeant (E-6) or higher, with a minimum of four years of experience in Information Technology. This role offers competitive pay and benefits, including medical coverage and paid vacation. Training can lead to significant civilian career opportunities in cyber security.

Qualifikationen

• Top Secret security clearance or eligibility for SCI is required.
• Strong discipline is essential.
• Experience with cyber security threats and defensive procedures.

Aufgaben

• Respond to cyber-attacks and mitigate immediate threats.
• Assess network vulnerabilities and conduct threat analyses.
• Implement, test, and deploy network security infrastructure.
• Produce detailed analysis reports and recommend mitigation actions.
• Educate others on cyber security threats and procedures.

Kenntnisse

Attention to detail

Ethical standards

Physical fitness

Mental fitness

Ausbildung

Rank of Staff Sergeant (E-6) or higher

Minimum four years of experience in IT and IA

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

An Army Cyber Network Defender (MOS 25D) protects Army computer networks by detecting cyber‑attacks, conducting vulnerability assessments, and deploying defensive measures. The role requires a high‑level technical background, a Top Secret clearance, and progressive Army experience to reach Staff Sergeant (E-6) or higher.

Responsibilities

• Respond to cyber‑attacks and mitigate immediate threats.
• Assess network vulnerabilities and conduct threat analyses.
• Implement, test, and deploy network security infrastructure.
• Produce detailed analysis reports and recommend mitigation actions.
• Educate commanding officers and subordinates on cyber security threats and defensive procedures.

Qualifications

• Rank of Staff Sergeant (E-6) or higher.
• Minimum four years of experience in Information Technology (IT) and Information Architecture (IA).
• Top Secret security clearance (or eligibility for SCI).
• ASVAB General Technical (GT) and Skilled Technical (ST) scores of 105.
• Strong discipline, attention to detail, and ethical standards.
• Physical and mental fitness to perform under pressure.

Training

After reaching E-6 and meeting education and security requirements, 25D training is received at USA Signal School, Fort Gordon, Georgia. Training combines classroom instruction, field exercises, and cyber‑operations drills to develop offensive and defensive cyberspace skills.

Pay and Benefits

• Base pay ranges from $35,760 for E-6 to over $84,000 for E-8.
• Base pay excludes BAH and BAS, which add $11,000 to $61,650 per year at E-6.
• Benefits include 30 days paid vacation, 100% medical and dental coverage, retirement pay, education allowances, and special reenlistment bonuses.

Civilian Job Opportunities

Military experience in cyber network defense equips holders for civilian roles such as Information Security Analyst, Computer Systems Analyst, or Information Systems Manager. The Information Security Analyst occupation is projected to grow 35% through 2031.

Summary

MOS 25D is a new yet critical Army specialty that fuses advanced network security with Army operational requirements. Progressing to Staff Sergeant unlocks training that can lead to high‑earning civilian cyber careers.