Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC

NEC

C12A

Assistant Cryptologic Resource Coordinator (ACRC)

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

Description

Conducts afloat strike group cryptologic operations utilizing organic, national and joint cryptologic resources in support of the Optimized Fleet Response Plan (OFRP) and Fleet Readiness.

Core Skills

  • cryptologic operations coordination
  • joint collection resource management
  • signals intelligence tasking
  • strike group mission support
  • collection priority management
  • operational reporting
  • staff planning and advising
  • classified resource accountability
  • interagency coordination

Common Certifications

  • CompTIA Security+
  • GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
  • ITIL 4 Foundation

Civilian Career Paths

  • SIGNALS INTELLIGENCE
  • INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
  • PROJECT MANAGEMENT
  • ADMINISTRATION

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA Security+
  • ITIL 4 Foundation
  • Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
  • GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)

Career Growth

  • Project Management Professional (PMP)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
  • GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)

Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.