Air Force AFSC · Intelligence
1N4X2 Cryptologic Analyst and Reporter
Overview
A Cryptologic Analyst and Reporter acquires and analyzes target network communications to determine the value and implications of the intelligence. The specialist researches and assesses the information, gauges its impact, and distributes findings to high-level decision-makers.
Minimum clearance: Top Secret
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Skill levels: 1N412 helper · 1N432 apprentice · 1N452 journeyman · 1N472 craftsman
Core Skills
- signals intelligence analysis
- cryptologic analysis
- network communications analysis
- cyber threat analysis
- metadata and traffic analysis
- target development and profiling
- intelligence reporting and dissemination
- research and correlation of multi-source data
- pattern and anomaly detection
- time-sensitive intelligence support
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Apache Hadoop
- Apache Hive
- Apache Kafka
- Apache Spark
Civilian Career Paths
- Signals Intelligence
- Intelligence Analysis
- Cybersecurity
- Network Operations
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
Career Growth
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
- GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
What the Work Involves
- Validate known intelligence with data from other sources.
- Gather, analyze, correlate, or evaluate information from a variety of resources, such as law enforcement databases.
- Evaluate records of communications, such as telephone calls, to plot activity and determine the size and location of criminal groups and members.
- Gather intelligence information by field observation, confidential information sources, or public records.
- Analyze intelligence data to identify patterns and trends in criminal activity.
Related Occupations
- Digital Forensics Analysts
- Private Detectives and Investigators
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.
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