Naval IT & Cyber Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Americus (MO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy information warfare careers cover Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialist (IS). These roles involve designing, operating, and defending networks and reporting intelligence for decision makers.

Enlistees advance through IT/CTN/IS pipelines with Navy training and education benefits, including security clearance considerations. Worldwide assignments ashore and afloat are possible across naval commands.

Qualifications

• Strong interest and aptitude in computers, networks, cyber operations, and analytical work.
• General enlistment standards include citizenship, age, medical and character requirements.
• Education benefits are available and Navy training pathways exist for IT/CTN/IS.
• Officers require a bachelor’s or equivalent degree as part of advancement pathways.

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 and critical systems.
• Collect and analyze information on adversaries, environments, and weather and create intelligence products and briefings for commanders.

Skills

Networks

Cyber operations

Analytical thinking

Computers aptitude

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officer programs

Job description

U.S. Navy information warfare careers cover Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialist (IS). These roles involve designing, operating, and defending networks and reporting intelligence for decision makers.

Enlistees advance through IT/CTN/IS pipelines with Navy training and education benefits, including security clearance considerations. Worldwide assignments ashore and afloat are possible across naval commands.