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C38B Surface Cryptologic Carry-On Program (CCOP) Installer

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

Overview

A Surface Cryptologic Carry On Program Installer leads installation, maintenance, and troubleshooting for CCOP systems and associated platform antennas. The installer administers CCOP systems, performs Tier 2 network software and hardware corrective actions, and secures network environments through established security policies and procedures.

Minimum clearance: TS/SCI

Core Skills

  • ccop system installation
  • shipboard antenna support
  • tier two troubleshooting
  • network software correction
  • network hardware correction
  • system administration
  • security monitoring
  • risk identification
  • technical team leadership

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Autodesk AutoCAD
  • Microsoft Windows
  • Microsoft Word
  • Circuit evaluation software
  • Computerized maintenance management system CMMS
  • Database software

Civilian Career Paths

  • Telecommunications
  • Radio Frequency Engineering
  • Network Operations
  • Cybersecurity

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)

Career Growth

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Certified Electronics Technician (CET)
  • Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise)

What the Work Involves

  • Test faulty equipment to diagnose malfunctions, using test equipment or software, and applying knowledge of the functional operation of electronic units and systems.
  • Maintain equipment logs that record performance problems, repairs, calibrations, or tests.
  • Set up and test industrial equipment to ensure that it functions properly.
  • Inspect components of industrial equipment for accurate assembly and installation or for defects, such as loose connections or frayed wires.
  • Install repaired equipment in various settings, such as industrial or military establishments.

Related Occupations

  • Calibration Technologists and Technicians
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians
  • Electrical and Electronics Installers and Repairers, Transportation Equipment
  • Robotics Technicians

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.

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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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