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782X Information Systems Technician CWO
Overview
Information Systems Technician Chief Warrant Officers lead personnel and plan the installation, operation, and maintenance of data processing and communications equipment. They serve as technical specialists in information systems, fixed and mobile communications, satellite communications, knowledge management, information assurance, and cybersecurity.
Core Skills
- IT leadership and team management
- Enterprise network architecture and design
- Systems administration (Windows/Linux)
- Information assurance and cybersecurity governance
- IT service management and incident/problem management
- Project management and technical program oversight
- Configuration management and change control
- Secure communications planning and operations
- Troubleshooting complex network and system issues
- Training, mentoring, and workforce development
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Microsoft Azure software
- Linux
- Microsoft PowerShell
- Ansible software
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Microsoft SharePoint
- Atlassian JIRA
Civilian Career Paths
- IT Management
- Network Engineering
- Systems Administration
- Cybersecurity
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- ITIL 4 Foundation
Career Growth
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- CompTIA Linux+
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Associate
- Cisco CCNP Enterprise
Also Common
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
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.
- Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.
- Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.
- Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
Related Occupations
- Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
- Software Developers
- Computer Network Support Specialists
- Computer Network Architects
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
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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