Naval IT & Cyber Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; Jane Lew (WV); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy Information Technology professionals support fleets worldwide by operating and defending networks, servers, and communications systems. Roles span IT, cryptologic networking, and intelligence analysis, providing critical services for decision makers.

The career path includes extensive training, security clearances, and opportunities for advancement across afloat and ashore assignments with shift work and deployments.

Qualifications

• Eligibility to enlist in the United States Navy with U.S. citizenship or legal residency as required by program.
• High school diploma or equivalent; officers require a bachelor’s or qualifying degree.
• Must meet military medical, vision, dental, physical fitness, and character standards.

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communications supporting naval operations.
• Conduct offensive/defensive cyber operations and protect Navy networks and critical systems.
• Collect and analyze information to create intelligence products and briefings for commanders.

Skills

Computing aptitude

Networks familiarity

Cyber operations interest

Analytical thinking

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's degree for officers

Job description

U.S. Navy Information Technology professionals support fleets worldwide by operating and defending networks, servers, and communications systems. Roles span IT, cryptologic networking, and intelligence analysis, providing critical services for decision makers.

The career path includes extensive training, security clearances, and opportunities for advancement across afloat and ashore assignments with shift work and deployments.