Navy IT & Cyber Operations Specialist

US Navy; Goodlettsville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

US Navy Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialist (IS) roles involve designing, operating, and defending networks, securing servers, and producing intelligence for decision makers across naval operations. Expect shift work, deployments afloat or ashore, and continuous professional learning in cyber tools and endurance against threats.

Training pathways include Navy schooling and advanced cyber, signals analysis, and intelligence

Qualifications

• Eligibility to serve in the United States Navy, citizenship or legal residency as required.
• High school diploma or equivalent for enlisted positions; a bachelor’s or qualifying professional degree for officer positions.
• Age limits vary by program and are set in law and Navy policy; some communities are more restrictive.
• Medical, vision, and dental standards, including body composition and fitness requirements.
• Background screening and eligibility for a security clearance.
• Achieving required test scores (ASVAB for enlisted, officer qualification tests).
• Additional qualifications can include skills, education, licensure, or experience reviewed with a recruiter.

Responsibilities

• Design, operate, secure, and restore networks, servers, and communication systems that support naval operations.
• Conduct offensive and defensive cyber operations, investigate and track 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

Interest in computers

Analytical thinking

Security clearance eligibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Bachelor’s degree for officer positions

Tools

ASVAB

Job description

US Navy Information Systems Technician (IT), Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN), and Intelligence Specialist (IS) roles involve designing, operating, and defending networks, securing servers, and producing intelligence for decision makers across naval operations. Expect shift work, deployments afloat or ashore, and continuous professional learning in cyber tools and endurance against threats.

Training pathways include Navy schooling and advanced cyber, signals analysis, and intelligence