Navy NEC · IT & Cyber
741A Information Systems Security Manager
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
An Information Systems Security Manager advises the commanding officer on information security and ensures conformity with cybersecurity and risk management program requirements. This manager reviews accreditation activities, verifies security testing and user compliance, tracks workforce qualifications, and maintains cybersecurity and system security plans.
Core Skills
- cybersecurity program management
- risk management framework
- system security plans
- security authorization support
- security control assessment
- information assurance compliance
- cyber workforce compliance
- security testing oversight
- user activity monitoring
- audit documentation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Linux
- Microsoft Azure software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft PowerShell
- Python
Civilian Career Paths
- Cybersecurity
- IT Management
- Project Management
- Administration
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Security+
- Microsoft Certified: Security, Compliance, and Identity Fundamentals
- Certified in Governance, Risk and Compliance (CGRC)
Career Growth
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
- Certified in Risk and Information Systems Control (CRISC)
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.
- Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
- Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
- Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
Related Occupations
- Information Security Engineers
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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