Mission-Critical IT & Cyber Ops Specialist

US Navy; Pomfret (CT); On-site; USD 25,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

US Navy information systems specialists operate and defend networks, servers, and communications to support naval missions. They perform cyber operations and protect critical systems across platforms and theaters.

As part of IT/CTN/IS career paths, personnel advance through training, security clearances, and specialized warfare qualifications, with deployments ashore and afloat to support global operations.

Qualifications

• General enlistment standards including citizenship/work status and security requirements.
• Physical fitness, medical, vision, and dental standards.
• Test scores such as ASVAB for enlisted roles or officer qualification tests.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Security clearance eligibility

Background screening

Physical fitness requirements

Armed Services Aptitude Battery

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

US Navy information systems specialists operate and defend networks, servers, and communications to support naval missions. They perform cyber operations and protect critical systems across platforms and theaters.

As part of IT/CTN/IS career paths, personnel advance through training, security clearances, and specialized warfare qualifications, with deployments ashore and afloat to support global operations.