Naval IT & Cyber Defense Specialist

U.S. Navy; Santa Monica (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy information warfare roles involve maintaining and defending networks, servers, and communications across fleets, ashore commands, and ships.

Personnel support decision makers by keeping systems secure and resilient while pursuing continual cyber and intelligence training. Enlisted pathways include IT, CTN, or IS assignments, with extensive training, security clearances, and advancement based on performance, qualifications, and warfare specialization.

Qualifications

• Interest and aptitude in computers, networks, cyber operations, and analytical work.
• General enlistment standards include citizenship/residency, age, medical/dental fitness, character and conduct, test scores, and security clearance eligibility.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Computers

Networks

Cyber operations

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer roles

Job description

U.S. Navy information warfare roles involve maintaining and defending networks, servers, and communications across fleets, ashore commands, and ships.

Personnel support decision makers by keeping systems secure and resilient while pursuing continual cyber and intelligence training. Enlisted pathways include IT, CTN, or IS assignments, with extensive training, security clearances, and advancement based on performance, qualifications, and warfare specialization.