Navy NEC · IT & Cyber

740A Mission Distribution System Operator

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

Overview

A Mission Distribution System Operator operates and manages the system and tactical database that support Theater Mission Planning Center Tomahawk strike requirements. This operator manages communications and mission data, updates required databases, supports strike planning and execution, and transmits approved Tomahawk missions.

Core Skills

  • mission database management
  • tactical data distribution
  • tomahawk strike planning support
  • communications system management
  • enterprise database support
  • data accountability
  • mission execution control
  • interface processor operations
  • operational technology troubleshooting
  • command and control reporting

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Amazon Redshift
  • Amazon Web Services AWS software
  • Apache Airflow
  • Apache Hadoop
  • Apache Kafka
  • Apache Spark
  • Atlassian JIRA
  • Git

Civilian Career Paths

  • Database Administration
  • Systems Administration
  • Network Operations
  • Intelligence Analysis

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)

Career Growth

  • Oracle Database SQL Certified Associate
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)

What the Work Involves

  • Modify existing databases and database management systems or direct programmers and analysts to make changes.
  • Plan, coordinate, and implement security measures to safeguard information in computer files against accidental or unauthorized damage, modification or disclosure.
  • Plan and install upgrades of database management system software to enhance database performance.
  • Specify users and user access levels for each segment of database.
  • Test changes to database applications or systems.

Related Occupations

  • Database Architects
  • Computer Systems Analysts
  • Network and Computer Systems Administrators
  • Software Developers

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.

Defense contractor jobs for 740A

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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