Cyber Operations & Network Specialist

US Navy; Rolfe (IA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Career advancement

Job summary

US Navy information technology professionals support naval operations by designing and securing networks, servers, and communications, and by defending critical systems worldwide.

Roles include IT, Cryptologic Networks, and Intelligence Specialist pathways, with training pipelines and advancement opportunities. Expect shift work, deployments afloat and ashore, and continuous learning in cyber tools and network defense.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and meet general enlistment standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent; officer candidates require a bachelor's or qualifying degree.
• Strong interest in computers, networks, cyber operations, and analytical work.
• Ability to obtain a security clearance as required.

Responsibilities

• design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communication systems that support naval operations; as a Cryptologic Technician Networks specialist, conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations, investigate and track adversary activity, and help protect Navy networks and critical systems; as an Intelligence Specialist, collect and analyze information on adversaries, environments, and weather and create intelligence products and briefings for commanders.

Skills

Network design

Network operation

Network security

Server administration

Communications systems

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Cyber tools

Job description

US Navy information technology professionals support naval operations by designing and securing networks, servers, and communications, and by defending critical systems worldwide.

Roles include IT, Cryptologic Networks, and Intelligence Specialist pathways, with training pipelines and advancement opportunities. Expect shift work, deployments afloat and ashore, and continuous learning in cyber tools and network defense.