Army MOS · IT & Cyber
R3 Digital Network Exploitation Analyst (DNEA)
Overview
The Digital Network Exploitation Analyst specialty identifies positions that require soldiers trained to operate in that analyst role. It marks Digital Network Exploitation Analyst training as a requirement for those positions.
Core Skills
- digital network exploitation
- network traffic analysis
- malware and payload analysis
- scripting for data parsing
- target development and profiling
- open source and classified research
- log analysis and correlation
- report writing and documentation
- operational security (OPSEC)
- pattern and anomaly detection
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Microsoft Azure software
- Linux
- Microsoft PowerShell
- Python
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Structured query language SQL
- Git
Civilian Career Paths
- Cybersecurity
- Intelligence Analysis
- Network Engineering
- Network Operations
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Network+ · Funded · Promotion points
- CompTIA Security+ · Funded · Promotion points
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) · Funded · Promotion points
Career Growth
- GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA) · Funded · Promotion points
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
- GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) · Funded · Promotion points
What the Work Involves
- Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
- Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.
- Configure security settings or access permissions for groups or individuals.
- Define data requirements, and gather and validate information, applying judgment and statistical tests.
- Plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure.
Related Occupations
- Software Developers
- Computer Network Architects
- Database Architects
- 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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