Navy
INTELLIGENCE
NEC
NEC
C31A
East and Far East Asia Cryptologic Linguist
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
East and Far East Asia Cryptologic Linguists use regional language expertise to translate, transcribe, and interpret foreign communications and intelligence materials. They analyze linguistic and cultural indicators, identify operationally significant information, and produce reporting for supported commanders and intelligence organizations.
Core Skills
- east asia language proficiency
- far east asia language analysis
- cryptologic translation
- foreign language transcription
- signals intelligence support
- cultural pattern recognition
- intelligence reporting
- source validation
- classified information handling
Common Certifications
- Defense Language Proficiency Test (DLPT)
- American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) OPI
- American Translators Association Certification
- CompTIA Security+
- GIAC Open Source Intelligence (GOSI)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Civilian Career Paths
- SIGNALS INTELLIGENCE
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- OPEN SOURCE INTELLIGENCE
- HUMAN INTELLIGENCE
Training & Development
Getting Started
- American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages (ACTFL) OPI
- American Translators Association Certification preparation
- CompTIA Security+
- Google Cybersecurity Certificate
Career Growth
- American Translators Association Certification
- GIAC Open Source Intelligence (GOSI)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
Similar Specialties
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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