Naval IT & Cyber Operations Specialist

US Navy; Chesapeake Beach (MD); On-site; USD 52,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

US Navy information technology professionals provide critical network and communications support across the fleet, safeguarding systems and enabling cyber operations. The IT/CTN/IS family includes roles in network design, defense, intelligence, and information assurance, with training from Class A schools and ongoing professional development.

Positions involve shift work, deployments aboard ships or ashore, and strict security standards.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; a bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree for officer positions
• Meeting age limits that vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy
• Eligibility for a security clearance when required for your rating or designator
• Additional qualifications can include specific skills, education, licensure, or experience that are unique to a job or community and will be reviewed with you by a recruiter

Responsibilities

• As an Information Systems Technician, design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communication systems that support naval operations; as a Cryptologic Technician Networks specialist, conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations, investigate and track adversary activity, and help protect Navy networks and critical systems; as an Intelligence Specialist, collect and analyze information on adversaries, environments, and weather and create intelligence products and briefings for commanders.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree for officer positions

Security clearance eligibility (as required)

Job description

US Navy information technology professionals provide critical network and communications support across the fleet, safeguarding systems and enabling cyber operations. The IT/CTN/IS family includes roles in network design, defense, intelligence, and information assurance, with training from Class A schools and ongoing professional development.

Positions involve shift work, deployments aboard ships or ashore, and strict security standards.