Navy NEC · Intelligence
C23A Morse Code Intercept Operator
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Morse Code Intercept Operator performs complex signal search and collection duties. The operator uses cryptologic collection systems that include radio receivers, recorders, computer terminals, and peripheral equipment.
Core Skills
- morse code interception
- radio receiver operation
- signals search
- communications collection
- audio recording management
- cryptologic system operation
- intercept transcription
- collection log maintenance
- technical reporting
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Apache Hadoop
- Apache Hive
- Apache Kafka
- Apache Spark
Civilian Career Paths
- Signals Intelligence
- Telecommunications
- Radio Frequency Engineering
- Network Operations
Training & Development
Getting Started
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Technician Class
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: General Class
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
Career Growth
- Amateur Radio Service Operator License: Amateur Extra Class
- AOC Certified Specialist in Electromagnetic Warfare (CSEW)
- iNARTE Spectrum Management Certification, Exemplar Global
What the Work Involves
- Validate known intelligence with data from other sources.
- Gather, analyze, correlate, or evaluate information from a variety of resources, such as law enforcement databases.
- Evaluate records of communications, such as telephone calls, to plot activity and determine the size and location of criminal groups and members.
- Gather intelligence information by field observation, confidential information sources, or public records.
- Analyze intelligence data to identify patterns and trends in criminal activity.
Related Occupations
- Digital Forensics Analysts
- Private Detectives and Investigators
- Information Security Analysts
- Calibration Technologists and Technicians
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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