Cyber Operations & Network Defense Specialist

U.S. Navy; Decorah (IA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Navy seeks Information Systems Technicians (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialists (IS) to keep fleets connected, informed, and secure by operating and defending networks and producing intelligence for decision makers.

You'll work in a high tempo environment with shifts, deployments, and ongoing training in cyber tools, network defense, and signals analysis while maintaining strict security and information assurance standards.

Qualifications

• Strong interest and aptitude in computers, networks, cyber operations, and analytical work.
• Eligibility for a security clearance at the Secret or Top Secret level depending on the billet.
• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards and age/medical/character requirements.

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communication systems that support naval operations.
• Conduct cyber operations as a CTN, investigate adversary activity, and help protect Navy networks and critical systems.
• Collect and analyze information on adversaries, environments, and weather and create intelligence products and briefings for commanders.

Skills

Interest in computers

Networks

Cyber operations

Analytical work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

The U.S. Navy seeks Information Systems Technicians (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialists (IS) to keep fleets connected, informed, and secure by operating and defending networks and producing intelligence for decision makers.

You'll work in a high tempo environment with shifts, deployments, and ongoing training in cyber tools, network defense, and signals analysis while maintaining strict security and information assurance standards.