Information Systems & Cyber Operations Specialist

US Navy; Troutman (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

US Navy information technology professionals operate and defend networks, conduct cyber operations, and produce intelligence for decision-makers across naval commands. Roles include IT, CTN, and IS specialties with duties spanning network design, security, and analysis both afloat and ashore.

Training is rigorous, requiring security clearances and ongoing learning in cyber tools and signals analysis, with shift work and deployments as part of the career path.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, citizenship/work status per program
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; a bachelor’s 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
• Meeting character and conduct standards, including background screening
• Achieving required test scores for your program, such as the ASVAB for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests
• Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator
• Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that will be reviewed with you by a recruiter
• Citizenship requirements, with most billets requiring United States citizenship
• Security clearance at the Secret or Top Secret level depending on the billet

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

Job description

US Navy information technology professionals operate and defend networks, conduct cyber operations, and produce intelligence for decision-makers across naval commands. Roles include IT, CTN, and IS specialties with duties spanning network design, security, and analysis both afloat and ashore.

Training is rigorous, requiring security clearances and ongoing learning in cyber tools and signals analysis, with shift work and deployments as part of the career path.