Description
Cryptologic Warfare Officer (CWO) are the Navy's Information Warriors with expertise in all facets of Information Operations (IO), including traditional Cryptology, Command and Control, Computer Network Operations and Space Systems. CW Officers create warfighting options for Fleet Commanders to fight and win in the information age. They deliver and operate reliable, secure and battle-ready global networks, and lead in development and integration of IO capabilities in the Fleet.
Core Skills
- information operations planning
- cyber operations strategy and oversight
- cryptologic operations management
- signals intelligence integration
- computer network operations coordination
- secure network architecture understanding
- risk management framework understanding
- incident response oversight
- threat intelligence integration
- space and satellite systems familiarity
- joint and coalition operations coordination
- mission planning and target development
- technical and operational briefing
- cross domain synchronization cyber electronic warfare io
- policy development and compliance management
- leadership of multidisciplinary technical teams
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)
- GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- AWS Certified Security – Specialty
Civilian Career Paths
- CYBERSECURITY
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
- IT MANAGEMENT
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