Mission-Critical Cyber & IT Network Specialist

US Navy; Mulberry Grove (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

US Navy Information Technology professionals assure global connectivity by designing, operating, and defending naval networks, servers, and communications systems across ships and shore facilities, often under high tempo and mission-critical conditions.

The IT/CTN/IS pathways offer ongoing cyber operations training, intelligence support, and opportunities for advancement through warfare designations, with assignments afloat and ashore and deployments to secure multinational operations.

Qualifications

• Enlistees must meet general Navy enlistment standards.
• High school diploma or equivalent; officer roles require degree.
• Security clearance eligibility may be required.

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communication systems.
• Conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations, investigate and track adversary activity, and protect Navy networks.
• Collect and analyze information on adversaries and environments and create intelligence products for commanders.

Skills

Interest in computers

Analytical thinking

Security awareness

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer positions

Job description

US Navy Information Technology professionals assure global connectivity by designing, operating, and defending naval networks, servers, and communications systems across ships and shore facilities, often under high tempo and mission-critical conditions.

The IT/CTN/IS pathways offer ongoing cyber operations training, intelligence support, and opportunities for advancement through warfare designations, with assignments afloat and ashore and deployments to secure multinational operations.