Air Force AFSC · IT & Cyber
3D0X2 Cyber Systems Operations
Overview
A Cyber Systems Operations specialist designs, installs, and supports computer and software systems. The specialist keeps these systems operating properly and secure from outside intrusion.
Skill levels: 3D012 helper · 3D032 apprentice · 3D052 journeyman · 3D072 craftsman
Core Skills
- Windows and Linux systems administration
- server and workstation configuration
- virtualization management
- Active Directory administration
- patch and configuration management
- backup and recovery operations
- system hardening and security baselines
- troubleshooting and incident resolution
- network fundamentals
- monitoring and performance tuning
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Ansible software
- Bash
- Linux
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Microsoft Azure software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
Civilian Career Paths
- Systems Administration
- Cybersecurity
- Network Engineering
- IT Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Linux+
Career Growth
- Microsoft Certified: Windows Server Hybrid Administrator Associate
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- AWS Certified SysOps Administrator, Associate
- VMware Certified Professional, Data Center Virtualization (VCP-DCV)
What the Work Involves
- Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.
- Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessary.
- Configure, monitor, and maintain email applications or virus protection software.
- Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to coordinate computer network access and use.
Related Occupations
- Computer Network Architects
- Database Administrators
- Software Developers
- Computer Systems Analysts
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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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