Navy NEC · Combat & Infantry
O26C Special Warfare Operator (SEAL) Platoon Leading Chief Petty Officer (PLCPO)
A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating. Part of the Special Warfare Operator rating
Overview
A Special Warfare Operator Platoon Leading Chief Petty Officer serves as the leading chief petty officer for a SEAL platoon. The specialty marks successful completion of the SEAL Platoon LCPO milestone in the SO Source Rating Career Path.
Core Skills
- platoon leadership
- special operations planning
- maritime reconnaissance
- intelligence collection
- scuba diving operations
- training management
- personnel readiness management
- risk management
- mission briefing
- operational reporting
Civilian Software & Tools
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Office software
- Microsoft Outlook
- Microsoft PowerPoint
- SAP software
- Amazon Web Services AWS software
- Microsoft Access
Civilian Career Paths
- Private Security
- Executive Protection
- Intelligence Analysis
- Emergency Management
Training & Development
Getting Started
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
Career Growth
- Project Management Professional (PMP)
- Certified Protection Professional (CPP)
- Certified Emergency Manager (CEM)
- Certified Safety Professional (CSP)
Also Common
- Geographic Information Systems Professional (GISP)
- Association of Diving Contractors International (ADCI) Commercial Diver Certification
What the Work Involves
- Develop budgets for security operations.
- Identify, investigate, or resolve security breaches.
- Plan, direct, or coordinate security activities to safeguard company employees, guests, or others on company property.
- Direct or participate in emergency management and contingency planning.
- Respond to medical emergencies, bomb threats, fire alarms, or intrusion alarms, following emergency response procedures.
Related Occupations
- Security Management Specialists
- First-Line Supervisors of Security Workers
- Compliance Managers
- Security Guards
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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