Cyber Ops & Network Specialist (IT/CTN/IS)

U.S. Navy; San Marcos (CA); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy information technology specialists support naval operations by designing, operating, and securing networks and communication systems.

Roles include IT, Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialist (IS) responsibilities across ships, submarines, and shore facilities. These sailors engage in cyber operations, incident response, and intelligence production, with ongoing training and advancement opportunities within information warfare and intelligence communities.

Qualifications

• All Navy jobs require meeting general enlistment or commissioning standards.
• Citizenship/eligibility requirements depend on program and policy.
• Strong aptitude in computers, networks, and cyber operations is valued.

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communication systems for naval operations.
• Conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations and track adversary activity.
• Collect and analyze information on adversaries, environments, and weather for intelligence briefings.
• Create intelligence products and brief commanders.

Skills

Computers

Networks

Cyber operations

Analytical work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree or qualifying professional degree (officer path)

Job description

U.S. Navy information technology specialists support naval operations by designing, operating, and securing networks and communication systems.

Roles include IT, Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialist (IS) responsibilities across ships, submarines, and shore facilities. These sailors engage in cyber operations, incident response, and intelligence production, with ongoing training and advancement opportunities within information warfare and intelligence communities.