CTR Cryptologic Technician Collection

Core Skills

• signals intelligence (SIGINT) collection and analysis
• radio frequency (RF) spectrum operations
• signals of interest (SOI) identification and exploitation
• direction finding and geolocation techniques
• communications intelligence (COMINT) analysis
• basic cyber and network operations support
• data correlation and pattern analysis
• technical reporting and dissemination
• use of advanced collection and processing systems
• target development and characterization

Civilian Career Paths

• Intelligence Analysis
• Signals Intelligence
• Cybersecurity
• Network Operations

Training & Development

What the Work Involves

• Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
• Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.
• Operate master consoles to monitor the performance of computer systems and networks and to coordinate computer network access and use.
• Write, analyze, review, and rewrite programs, using workflow chart and diagram, and applying knowledge of computer capabilities, subject matter, and symbolic logic.
• Record progress of investigation, maintain informational files on suspects, and submit reports to commanding officer or magistrate to authorize warrants.

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.