Navy Rating · IT & Cyber
681X Cryptologic Warfare LDO
Overview
Cryptologic Warfare Limited Duty Officers manage information operations involving cryptology, command and control, computer network operations, space systems, signals intelligence, and signals security. They plan the use of personnel, equipment, and resources while overseeing communications, electronic maintenance, secure networks, technical research, and Communications Security Material System functions.
Core Skills
- cryptologic and information warfare operations management
- cyber operations planning and oversight
- computer network operations (CNO) coordination
- signals intelligence and cryptologic support integration
- secure network architecture and risk management
- information operations (IO) campaign planning
- IT and cyber program management
- joint and coalition operations coordination
- leadership of multidisciplinary cyber and intel teams
- capability development and integration
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Microsoft Azure software
- Atlassian JIRA
- Python
- Git
- Linux
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Structured query language SQL
Civilian Career Paths
- Cybersecurity
- Intelligence Analysis
- Network Operations
- IT Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Linux+
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
Career Growth
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
- Cisco Certified CyberOps Professional
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
What the Work Involves
- Direct daily operations of department, analyzing workflow, establishing priorities, developing standards and setting deadlines.
- Review project plans to plan and coordinate project activity.
- Plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure.
- Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.
- Modify, maintain, or repair electronics equipment or systems to ensure proper functioning.
Related Occupations
- Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
- Software Developers
- Project Management Specialists
- Data Scientists
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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