Navy NEC · Intelligence
H11A Basic Digital Network Exploitation Analyst
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Basic Digital Network Exploitation Analyst examines collected metadata and content to assess relevant cyber intelligence information. The analyst reconstructs and documents target networks, supports collection continuity and warning, identifies users and some target activities, and analyzes communication technologies and digital network system vulnerabilities.
Core Skills
- metadata analysis
- content analysis
- network reconstruction
- target network mapping
- digital vulnerability analysis
- cyber intelligence reporting
- indications and warning
- collection continuity
- user identification
- communications technology analysis
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Linux
- Microsoft Azure software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Microsoft PowerShell
- Python
Civilian Career Paths
- Intelligence Analysis
- Cybersecurity
- Signals Intelligence
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA CySA+
- Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate
Career Growth
- GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI)
- GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA)
- GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
What the Work Involves
- Develop plans to safeguard computer files against accidental or unauthorized modification, destruction, or disclosure and to meet emergency data processing needs.
- Monitor current reports of computer viruses to determine when to update virus protection systems.
- Encrypt data transmissions and erect firewalls to conceal confidential information as it is being transmitted and to keep out tainted digital transfers.
- Perform risk assessments and execute tests of data processing system to ensure functioning of data processing activities and security measures.
- Modify computer security files to incorporate new software, correct errors, or change individual access status.
Related Occupations
- Information Security Engineers
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Similar Specialties
T5
Target Digital Network Analyst (TDNA)
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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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