Mission-Critical IT & Cyber Defense Specialist

US Navy; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Navy is seeking Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialist (IS) professionals. This role covers designing, operating, securing, and restoring networks, servers, and communications to support naval operations and task forces.

Personnel may engage in offensive/defensive cyber ops, intelligence collection, and analysis; assignments include afloat and ashore postings, with rigorous security and continuous training requirements.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy (citizenship/work status as required)
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted roles; bachelor’s for officer paths
• Security clearance eligibility where required
• Strong interest and aptitude in computers, networks, cyber operations, and analysis

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communication systems that support naval operations
• Conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations and investigate adversary activity
• Collect and analyze information to create intelligence products and briefings for commanders
• Support watch floors with incident response and network defense

Skills

Computers

Networks

Cyber operations

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree (for officer paths)

Job description

The US Navy is seeking Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialist (IS) professionals. This role covers designing, operating, securing, and restoring networks, servers, and communications to support naval operations and task forces.

Personnel may engage in offensive/defensive cyber ops, intelligence collection, and analysis; assignments include afloat and ashore postings, with rigorous security and continuous training requirements.