Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC

NEC

C14A

Cryptologic Subsurface Augmentee Operator

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

Description

Cryptologic subsurface augmentee operators run submarine or undersea collection systems and apply prescribed procedures to gather signals and other intelligence data. They analyze collected information, maintain equipment and records, and produce reports that support fleet and national missions.

Core Skills

  • subsurface collection system operation
  • signals collection procedures
  • cryptologic data analysis
  • technical reporting
  • metadata review
  • electronic systems troubleshooting
  • classified information handling
  • intelligence team coordination
  • operational security compliance

Common Certifications

  • CompTIA Security+
  • CompTIA CySA+
  • GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
  • GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate

Civilian Career Paths

  • SIGNALS INTELLIGENCE
  • INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
  • CYBERSECURITY

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA Security+
  • Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
  • Splunk Core Certified User
  • FEMA Emergency Management Institute ICS 100 and 200

Career Growth

  • CompTIA CySA+
  • GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
  • Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
  • Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)

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.