Cyber & Network Defense Specialist

U.S. Navy; Pekin (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy is seeking Information Systems Technicians (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialists (IS) to join missions that keep fleets connected, informed, and secure.

Duties span designing, operating, securing, and restoring networks and servers, defending Navy networks, and producing intelligence for decision makers. Expect high tempo, watch-floor rotations, and deployment opportunities ashore and afloat.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy.
• High school diploma required for enlisted roles; bachelor’s degree for officer roles.
• Security clearance eligibility may be required depending on the billet.

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communications.
• Conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations and investigate adversary activity.
• Collect and analyze information on adversaries, environments, and weather; create intelligence briefings.

Skills

Computers

Networks

Cyber operations

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelors or qualifying professional degree for officer positions

Job description

The U.S. Navy is seeking Information Systems Technicians (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialists (IS) to join missions that keep fleets connected, informed, and secure.

Duties span designing, operating, securing, and restoring networks and servers, defending Navy networks, and producing intelligence for decision makers. Expect high tempo, watch-floor rotations, and deployment opportunities ashore and afloat.