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703C Naval Special Warfare (NSW) Tactical Information Operations (TIO) Analyst

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Overview

A Naval Special Warfare tactical information operations analyst provides focused cryptologic and tactical information operations support using tactics, techniques, and procedures unique to special operations forces. The analyst conducts signals intelligence collection, analysis, and precision geolocation at forward operating bases and from maritime and aerial platforms.

Minimum clearance: TS/SCI

Core Skills

  • signals intelligence collection
  • cryptologic analysis
  • precision geolocation
  • communications interception
  • emitter identification
  • tactical reporting
  • special operations support
  • metadata analysis
  • sensor platform integration
  • classified information handling

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Amazon Web Services AWS software
  • Apache Hadoop
  • Apache Hive
  • Apache Kafka
  • Apache Spark

Civilian Career Paths

  • Signals Intelligence
  • Geospatial Intelligence
  • Cybersecurity
  • Intelligence Analysis

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA Security+
  • Esri ArcGIS Pro Associate Certification
  • Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC)

Career Growth

  • GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
  • GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)
  • GEOINT Professional Certification Geospatial Analysis (GPC GA-II)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

What the Work Involves

  • Validate known intelligence with data from other sources.
  • Gather, analyze, correlate, or evaluate information from a variety of resources, such as law enforcement databases.
  • Evaluate records of communications, such as telephone calls, to plot activity and determine the size and location of criminal groups and members.
  • Gather intelligence information by field observation, confidential information sources, or public records.
  • Analyze intelligence data to identify patterns and trends in criminal activity.

Related Occupations

  • Digital Forensics Analysts
  • Private Detectives and Investigators
  • Network and Computer Systems Administrators

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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