Cyber Operations & Network Defense Specialist

U.S. Navy; Ina (IL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy information technology roles span Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialist (IS).

These positions design, operate, secure, and defend networks and intel systems across Navy operations, ashore and afloat. Recruit training and advanced education lead to continual learning in cyber tools, network defense, and intelligence production, with strict security requirements and deployment opportunities worldwide.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, which may involve United States citizenship or other legal residency and work status, depending on the program and current law and policy
• A high school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions, and a bachelors or qualifying professional degree for officer positions
• Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy
• Meeting medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and physical fitness requirements, with some jobs requiring more demanding standards
• Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests for officer programs

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communication systems that support naval operations.
• Conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations, investigate and track 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 aptitude

Cyber operations

Analytical work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

U.S. Navy information technology roles span Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialist (IS).

These positions design, operate, secure, and defend networks and intel systems across Navy operations, ashore and afloat. Recruit training and advanced education lead to continual learning in cyber tools, network defense, and intelligence production, with strict security requirements and deployment opportunities worldwide.