Naval IT & Cyber Operations Specialist

U.S. Navy; North Arlington (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Navy information systems professionals support naval operations by designing and maintaining networks, servers, and communications systems.

Roles span IT, cryptologic networks, and intelligence, with emphasis on cyber defense, incident response, and intelligence production for decision makers. These positions involve shift work, deployments, and continuous learning in cyber tools and signals analysis, with strict security and information assurance standards across ashore and afloat

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required for enlisted roles and progression in information warfare specialties.
• A bachelor's or qualifying professional degree may be required for officer paths.
• Eligibility for a security clearance is a common prerequisite for information warfare duties.

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communication systems that support naval operations.
• Undertake 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; create intelligence products and briefings for commanders.
• Maintain high readiness with shift work, watch rotations, and deployments afloat and ashore.

Skills

Computers & networks

Cyber operations

Analytical thinking

Security clearance eligibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor's or qualifying professional degree (for officer positions)

Job description

U.S. Navy information systems professionals support naval operations by designing and maintaining networks, servers, and communications systems.

Roles span IT, cryptologic networks, and intelligence, with emphasis on cyber defense, incident response, and intelligence production for decision makers. These positions involve shift work, deployments, and continuous learning in cyber tools and signals analysis, with strict security and information assurance standards across ashore and afloat