Navy NEC · IT & Cyber

V69A AEGIS Computer Network Technician BL9

A Navy Enlisted Classification: a skill designation sailors hold in addition to their rating.

Overview

The AEGIS computer network technician maintains the weapon system computing infrastructure, including client and server nodes, switches, routers, storage units, and interfacing network equipment. This technician also maintains display and data distribution systems and operates readiness test clients and data buses to detect and isolate weapon system faults.

Minimum clearance: Secret

Core Skills

  • aegis computing infrastructure
  • unix linux administration
  • cisco ios networking
  • server and storage maintenance
  • switch and router configuration
  • raid storage management
  • network fault isolation
  • secure network operations
  • systems testing and readiness

Civilian Software & Tools

  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Office software
  • Adobe Acrobat
  • Extensible markup language XML
  • Hypertext markup language HTML
  • JavaScript
  • Linux
  • Microsoft Access

Civilian Career Paths

  • Network Engineering
  • Systems Administration
  • Cybersecurity
  • Network Operations

Training & Development

Getting Started

  • CompTIA A+
  • CompTIA Network+
  • CompTIA Security+
  • Cisco Certified Support Technician (CCST) Networking

Career Growth

  • Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
  • Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
  • Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS)
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect, Associate

Also Common

  • AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner
  • ITIL 4 Foundation

What the Work Involves

  • Reassemble machines after making repairs or replacing parts.
  • Converse with customers to determine details of equipment problems.
  • Disassemble machines to examine parts, such as wires, gears, or bearings for wear or defects, using hand or power tools and measuring devices.
  • Advise customers concerning equipment operation, maintenance, or programming.
  • Align, adjust, or calibrate equipment according to specifications.

Related Occupations

  • Electrical and Electronics Repairers, Commercial and Industrial Equipment
  • Calibration Technologists and Technicians
  • Telecommunications Equipment Installers and Repairers, Except Line Installers
  • Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians

Typical preparation for these civilian roles: vocational training or an associate degree.

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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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