Navy Rating · IT & Cyber
188X Maritime Cyber Warfare Officer
Overview
Maritime Cyber Warfare Officers specialize in cyberspace operations, with expertise focused on offensive and defensive cyberspace operations. They conduct repeat operational and leadership tours within the Cyber Operation Force and Cyber Mission Force and may complete Exploitation Analyst or Integrated On Net training and serve as team leaders or operation officers.
Core Skills
- offensive cyber operations planning
- defensive cyber operations management
- cyber threat emulation and exploitation
- incident response and cyber defense coordination
- network attack surface analysis
- cyber intelligence integration
- joint and interagency cyber operations
- mission planning and target development
- team leadership of cyber mission teams
- training and mentoring cyber operators
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Microsoft Azure software
- Python
- Linux
- Microsoft PowerShell
- Ansible software
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Atlassian JIRA
Civilian Career Paths
- Cybersecurity
- IT Management
- Network Engineering
- Project Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
Career Growth
- CompTIA SecurityX
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
Also Common
- GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
What the Work Involves
- Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
- Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
- Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
- Analyze and report computer network security breaches or attempted breaches.
- Direct daily operations of department, analyzing workflow, establishing priorities, developing standards and setting deadlines.
Related Occupations
- Software Developers
- Computer Network Architects
- Database Administrators
- Project Management Specialists
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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