Naval IT & Cyber Defense Specialist

US Navy; Bonner Springs (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The US Navy Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialist (IS) roles keep Navy networks connected, secure, and informed. They operate and defend networks, conduct cyber operations, and generate intelligence products for decision makers.

Career paths include extensive training, security clearances, and opportunities to deploy both afloat and ashore, with roles in information warfare and intelligence communities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; and a bachelor's or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Eligibility for a security clearance and meeting medical, vision, and dental standards.
• Ability to work in shift rotations, deployments afloat and ashore, and handle classified information.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Computers & Networks

Cyber operations

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officers

Job description

The US Navy Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialist (IS) roles keep Navy networks connected, secure, and informed. They operate and defend networks, conduct cyber operations, and generate intelligence products for decision makers.

Career paths include extensive training, security clearances, and opportunities to deploy both afloat and ashore, with roles in information warfare and intelligence communities.