Navy
IT/Cyber
NEC
NEC
728A
Limited Communications Security (COMSEC) Maintenance Technician
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Performs organizational level maintenance on hardware-based encryption devices, and associated common fill devices; to include inspections, servicing, removing and replacing faulty assemblies or chassis mounted components. Diagnoses faults by using prescribed procedures, Built-In-Test Equipment (BITs), and Special and General Purpose Electronic Test Equipment (SPETE/GPETE) as required.
Core Skills
- communications security maintenance
- encryption device repair
- cryptographic keying equipment handling
- built in test diagnostics
- electronic fault isolation
- chassis component replacement
- specialized test equipment use
- preventive maintenance
- security control compliance
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- Cisco Certified Support Technician Networking
- ETA International Certified Electronics Technician
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Civilian Career Paths
- CYBERSECURITY
- TELECOMMUNICATIONS
- ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
- NETWORK OPERATIONS
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- ETA International Certified Electronics Technician
- Cisco Certified Support Technician Networking
Career Growth
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- CompTIA CySA+
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Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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