Naval IT & Cyber Defense Specialist

U.S. Navy; Sardinia (SC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy information technology professionals (IT/CTN/IS) support naval operations by designing, operating, securing, and restoring networks, servers, and communications.

They may engage in offensive/defensive cyber operations, investigate adversary activity, and produce intelligence products and briefings for commanders, with duties including watch floor support, incident response, and ongoing learning in cyber tools and defense.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent to enlist.
• Officer programs require a bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree.
• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy and security clearance where required.
• Aptitude in computers, networks, cyber operations, and analytical work.

Responsibilities

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

Job description

U.S. Navy information technology professionals (IT/CTN/IS) support naval operations by designing, operating, securing, and restoring networks, servers, and communications.

They may engage in offensive/defensive cyber operations, investigate adversary activity, and produce intelligence products and briefings for commanders, with duties including watch floor support, incident response, and ongoing learning in cyber tools and defense.