Navy NEC · IT & Cyber
785H Special Operations Forces (SOF) Automated Information Systems Operator (AISO)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Special Operations Forces Automated Information Systems Operator performs full spectrum information systems operations in support of SOF mission sets. When assigned to Joint Task Forces, the operator employs tactical communications capabilities during directed operations across air, ground, maritime, cyberspace, and space domains.
Minimum clearance: TS/SCI
Core Skills
- information systems operations
- system administration
- network administration
- user account management
- tactical it support
- cybersecurity controls
- hardware troubleshooting
- mission systems monitoring
- technical documentation
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Ansible software
- Bash
- Linux
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Microsoft Azure software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
Civilian Career Paths
- Systems Administration
- Network Engineering
- Help Desk Support
- Cybersecurity
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- ITIL 4 Foundation
Career Growth
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Administrator Associate
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
- Linux Professional Institute LPIC-1
- CompTIA Server+
What the Work Involves
- 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.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessary.
- Configure, monitor, and maintain email applications or virus protection software.
- Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to coordinate computer network access and use.
Related Occupations
- Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
- Computer Network Architects
- Database Administrators
- Computer Systems Analysts
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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