Naval Cyber & Network Operations Specialist

US Navy; Nashotah (WI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

US Navy information technology professionals span IT, CTN, and IS specialties, handling networks, cyber operations, and intelligence analysis. Roles include designing, operating, securing, and restoring naval networks and systems across shore and afloat assignments.

These paths demand strong aptitude in computers, networks, and security, with training from information warfare and intelligence pipelines. Deployment and security clearances may apply.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, citizenship or equivalent work status as required
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; bachelor’s for officers
• Meeting age, medical, vision, and dental standards; background screening
• Achieving required test scores such as the ASVAB or officer tests
• Eligibility for a security clearance when required for rating/designator

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communications systems for naval operations
• Conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations, investigate adversary activity, and defend Navy networks
• Collect and analyze information on adversaries and environments to produce intelligence briefings for commanders

Skills

Help desk

Network administration

Systems administration

Incident response

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officer positions

Job description

US Navy information technology professionals span IT, CTN, and IS specialties, handling networks, cyber operations, and intelligence analysis. Roles include designing, operating, securing, and restoring naval networks and systems across shore and afloat assignments.

These paths demand strong aptitude in computers, networks, and security, with training from information warfare and intelligence pipelines. Deployment and security clearances may apply.