Description
Our defense relies on cybersecurity across a multitude of advanced computers and softwares. Military satellites, missile guidance and ground combat — it’s all connected and must be secured from every angle possible. It’s our Cyber Operations specialist’s job to protect our cyber operations across four key specialties: defense, radio frequency and satellite communications, systems, and networks. They assess and report vulnerabilities, repair and install client systems, and protect our network infrastructure to ensure missions and communications run efficiently.
Core Skills
- network defense
- endpoint security
- vulnerability assessment
- incident detection and response
- system hardening
- secure configuration management
- troubleshooting client and server systems
- network administration fundamentals
- radio frequency and satellite communications basics
- log analysis
- ticketing and documentation
- scripting and automation basics
- risk assessment
- teamwork under pressure
- customer support and user interaction
Common Certifications
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA Network+
- CompTIA CySA+
- CompTIA PenTest+
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- GIAC Security Essentials (GSEC)
- Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
- Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA)
Civilian Career Paths
- CYBERSECURITY
- SYSTEMS ADMINISTRATION
- NETWORK ENGINEERING
- HELP DESK SUPPORT
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