Navy NEC · IT & Cyber
H15A Senior Cyberspace Operator (Unix)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Senior Cyberspace Operator specializing in Unix uses advanced software applications and protected techniques to navigate networks on Unix based technology platforms. They conduct tactical forensic analysis specifically targeting those platforms.
Core Skills
- unix host analysis
- linux command line operations
- network navigation
- tactical forensics
- filesystem artifact analysis
- shell scripting
- process and service analysis
- malware analysis
- technical reporting
Civilian Software & Tools
- Bash
- Linux
- Python
- Splunk Enterprise
- Structured query language SQL
- Ansible software
- Docker
- Kubernetes
Civilian Career Paths
- Cybersecurity
- Systems Administration
- Network Operations
- Software Development
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Linux+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- Linux Professional Institute Linux Essentials
Career Growth
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
- Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS)
- GIAC Certified Forensic Analyst (GCFA)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Also Common
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
What the Work Involves
- Monitor systems for intrusions or denial of service attacks, and report security breaches to appropriate personnel.
- Identify, standardize, and communicate levels of access and security.
- Identify security system weaknesses, using penetration tests.
- Coordinate monitoring of networks or systems for security breaches or intrusions.
- Scan networks, using vulnerability assessment tools to identify vulnerabilities.
Related Occupations
- Network and Computer Systems Administrators
- Information Security Analysts
- Database Administrators
- Computer Systems Analysts
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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