Navy NEC · Combat & Infantry
O19A Naval Special Warfare (NSW) Sniper
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.
Overview
A Naval Special Warfare Sniper performs operations involving ballistics, cameras, lasers, shooting records, minutes of angle, and shooter and spotter dialogue. The sniper also performs operations relating to range estimation, observation, camouflage, sniper weapon systems, and engaging targets.
Core Skills
- precision rifle marksmanship
- ballistics calculation
- range estimation
- minute of angle calculation
- target observation
- laser and camera operation
- camouflage and concealment
- shooter spotter communication
- sniper weapon system maintenance
- firearms recordkeeping
Civilian Software & Tools
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Linux
- Microsoft Active Directory
- Microsoft Azure software
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- Adobe Acrobat
Civilian Career Paths
- Law Enforcement
- Physical Security
- Private Security
- Training and Education
Training & Development
Getting Started
- NRA Certified Range Safety Officer
- NRA Certified Rifle Instructor
- Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)
- State POST Certification
Career Growth
- NRA Law Enforcement Firearms Instructor
- Certified Firearms Specialist (CFS)
- Private Investigator License
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
What the Work Involves
- Assess the nature and level of physical security threats so that the scope of the problem can be determined.
- Respond to emergency situations on an on-call basis.
- Recommend improvements in security systems or procedures.
- Inspect physical security design features, installations, or programs to ensure compliance with applicable standards or regulations.
- Perform risk analyses so that appropriate countermeasures can be developed.
Related Occupations
- Detectives and Criminal Investigators
- Security Managers
- Digital Forensics Analysts
- Compliance Managers
Typical preparation for these civilian roles: a four-year degree or equivalent experience.
Equivalent Roles in Other Branches
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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