Information Systems & Cyber Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Stillman Valley (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy information systems professionals support critical naval operations by designing, operating, securing, and restoring networks, servers, and communications systems. Specialists in CTN and IS roles conduct cyber operations and produce intelligence products for decision makers.

This career path involves strict information assurance standards, duty rotations, and potential deployments afloat and ashore, with opportunities for progression through training and warfare designation programs.

Qualifications

• US citizenship or equivalent status; most billets require citizenship.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• At least 17 years of age.
• Strong interest in computers, networks, cyber operations.
• Security clearance eligibility for Secret or Top Secret level depending on billet.

Responsibilities

• Operate and defend networks, servers, and communications systems.
• Conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations; investigate adversary activity.
• Collect and analyze information to create intelligence products and briefings for commanders.

Skills

Interest in computers

Networking awareness

Cyber operations

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer programmes

Job description

U.S. Navy information systems professionals support critical naval operations by designing, operating, securing, and restoring networks, servers, and communications systems. Specialists in CTN and IS roles conduct cyber operations and produce intelligence products for decision makers.

This career path involves strict information assurance standards, duty rotations, and potential deployments afloat and ashore, with opportunities for progression through training and warfare designation programs.