Space Force
IT/Cyber
SFSC
CYBERSPACE EFFECTS OPERATIONS OFFICER
Cyberspace Effects Operations Officer
Description
Leads planning and execution of cyberspace operations across computer, satellite, and airborne networks. Manages offensive and defensive cyber missions, integrating communications, network defense, electronic warfare, and mission assurance for joint operations.
Core Skills
- cyber operations planning
- offensive and defensive cyber operations concepts
- command and control of cyber missions
- risk assessment and mission impact analysis
- incident response oversight
- joint and coalition operations coordination
- policy and rules of engagement interpretation
- technical and non-technical communication
- team and mission leadership
- project and program management
- threat analysis and prioritization
- course of action development
- operations reporting and briefing
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
- GIAC Penetration Tester (GPEN)
- GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
- Cisco Certified Network Professional Security (CCNP Security)
- Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
- AWS Certified Security – Specialty
- Offensive Security Certified Professional (OSCP)
Civilian Career Paths
- CYBERSECURITY
- IT MANAGEMENT
- PROJECT MANAGEMENT
- INTELLIGENCE ANALYSIS
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