Cyber Operations & Network Specialist

U.S. Navy; Waterford Works (NJ); On-site; USD 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education benefits

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

U.S. Navy information technology professionals (IT/CTN/IS) operate and defend networks, systems, and communications to keep fleets connected and informed. They perform both offensive and defensive cyber operations and produce intelligence for decision makers.

The workload includes help desk, network administration, and incident response with deployments ashore and afloat. Training begins with basic skills and advances through specialized schools and career-path options within information warfare.

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards include U.S. citizenship or equivalent status and a high school diploma or higher.
• Interest and aptitude in computers, networks, and analytical work.
• Security clearance eligibility may be required for certain ratings or duties.

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communication systems to support naval operations.
• Contribute to cyber operations, network defense, and incident response.
• Collect and analyze information to support decision makers and commanders.

Skills

Network fundamentals

Cyber operations

Information security

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Information systems

Networks

Job description

U.S. Navy information technology professionals (IT/CTN/IS) operate and defend networks, systems, and communications to keep fleets connected and informed. They perform both offensive and defensive cyber operations and produce intelligence for decision makers.

The workload includes help desk, network administration, and incident response with deployments ashore and afloat. Training begins with basic skills and advances through specialized schools and career-path options within information warfare.