NEC
H32A
Cyber Threat Emulation Operator (CTEO)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Description
Replicates threat activity for full scope assessments of blue Mission Relevant Terrain Cyber (MRT-C) utilizing adversarial Tactics, Techniques, and Procedures (TTP). Utilizes all-source intelligence to execute an offensive cyber operational plan in support of Commanders training or operational requirements to perform aggressive threat assessments of information and combat systems to inform defensive TTPs and posture. Translates knowledge of adversary activities/behaviors and vulnerabilities into operational effects that will align with MRT-C priorities and recommend mitigation strategies to allied entities.
Core Skills
- red team operations
- adversary emulation
- threat modeling
- penetration testing
- tactics techniques procedures analysis
- vulnerability exploitation
- operational effects assessment
- defensive control validation
- mitigation strategy development
Common Certifications
- Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
- GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT)
- Certified Red Team Professional (CRTP)
- GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
Civilian Career Paths
- CYBERSECURITY
- SOFTWARE DEVELOPMENT
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Security+
- eJPT certification
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- MITRE ATT&CK Fundamentals Training
Career Growth
- Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
- GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)
- GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT)
- GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN)
Data sourced from official Navy publications and public military occupational references. Descriptions may be summarized for clarity. Verify all information with your branch career counselor or official military documentation before making career decisions.