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ITS Information Systems Technician Submarines
Overview
Information Systems Technician Submarines personnel conduct communications operations, process messages, administer networks, and implement cybersecurity controls. They establish and maintain radio frequency communications, operate electronic and test equipment, manage information systems security, and control communications security materials and equipment.
Minimum clearance: Top Secret
Core Skills
- network administration
- system administration
- cybersecurity monitoring and response
- implementation of security controls
- RF communications operations
- spectrum management
- encryption device handling
- troubleshooting of network and communications issues
- user account and access management
- configuration and patch management
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Ansible software
- Bash
- Linux
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Microsoft Azure software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
Civilian Career Paths
- Network Engineering
- Systems Administration
- Cybersecurity
- Telecommunications
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA A+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Linux+
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Career Growth
- Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
- Telecommunications Electronics Technician (TCM)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP Enterprise)
- Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
Also Common
- FCC General Radiotelephone Operator License (GROL)
What the Work Involves
- Maintain and administer computer networks and related computing environments, including computer hardware, systems software, applications software, and all configurations.
- Perform data backups and disaster recovery operations.
- Diagnose, troubleshoot, and resolve hardware, software, or other network and system problems, and replace defective components when necessary.
- Configure, monitor, and maintain email applications or virus protection software.
- Align, adjust, or calibrate equipment according to specifications.
Related Occupations
- Computer Network Support Specialists
- Database Administrators
- Computer Network Architects
- Computer Systems Engineers/Architects
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Formerly Known As (Legacy)
Retired codes that converted into ITS. Each legacy page documents the cited history.
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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