Cryptologic Technician
Company: Navy
Location: Ankeny
Posted on: January 13, 2021
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Job Description:
ABOUT Enlisted Sailors in the Navy Cryptology community analyze
encrypted electronic communications, jam enemy radar signals,
decipher information in foreign languages and maintain
state-of-the-art equipment and networks used to generate top secret
intel. Their other responsibilities include: Collecting, analyzing
and reporting on communication signals Utilizing computers,
specialized computer-assisted communications equipment and video
display terminals Serving as an important part of the Information
Dominance Corps in its mission to gain a deep understanding of the
inner workings of adversaries and develop unmatched knowledge of
the battlespace during wartime RESPONSIBILITIES Within Navy
Cryptology, there are distinct focus areas that have their own
training paths and job descriptions. Each CT role works under the
oversight of Cryptologic Warfare Officers (four-year degree
required) or Cyber Warfare Engineers (four-year degree required) -
and potentially both. Cryptologic Technician Interpretive (CTI) -
CTIs serve as experts in linguistics (including Arabic, Chinese,
Korean, Persian-Farsi, Russian and Spanish) and deciphering
information in other languages. Their responsibilities include:
Collecting, analyzing and exploiting foreign language
communications of interest Transcribing, translating and
interpreting foreign language materials Providing cultural and
regional guidance in support of Navy, Joint Force, national and
multinational needs Cryptologic Technician Technical (CTT) - CTTs
serve as experts in airborne, shipborne and land-based radar
signals. Their responsibilities include: Operating electronic
intelligence-receiving and direction-finding systems, digital
recording devices, analysis terminals, and associated computer
equipment Operating systems that produce high-power jamming signals
used to deceive electronic sensors and defeat radar-guided weapons
systems Providing technical and tactical guidance in support of
surface, subsurface, air and special warfare operations Cryptologic
Technician Networks (CTN) - CTNs serve as experts in communication
network defense and forensics. Their responsibilities include:
Monitoring, identifying, collecting and analyzing information
Providing computer network risk mitigation and network
vulnerability assessments and incident response/reconstruction
Providing network target access tool development Conducting
computer network operations worldwide in support of Navy and
Department of Defense missions Cryptologic Technician Maintenance
(CTM) - CTMs serve as experts in the preventive and corrective
maintenance of sophisticated cryptologic equipment, networks and
systems. Their responsibilities include: Installing, testing,
troubleshooting, repairing or replacing cryptologic networks,
physical security systems, electronic equipment, antennas, personal
computers, auxiliary equipment, digital and optical interfaces, and
data systems Configuring, monitoring and evaluating Information
Operations (IO), Information Warfare (IW) systems and Information
Assurance (IA) operations Cryptologic Technician Collection (CTR) -
CTRs serve as experts in intercepting signals. Their
responsibilities include: Analyzing and reporting on communication
signals using computers, specialized computer-assisted
communications equipment, video display terminals and
electronic/magnetic tape recorders Exploiting signals of interest
to identify, locate and report worldwide threats Providing tactical
and strategic signals intelligence, technical guidance, and
information warfare support to surface, subsurface, air and special
warfare units. WORK ENVIRONMENT Cryptologic Technicians perform a
variety of duties worldwide, at numerous overseas and stateside
shore commands; aboard surface ships, aircraft and submarines; and
with Naval Special Warfare - generally dividing time between
assignments ashore and afloat. Duties could be performed in an
office setting, lab-type setting, specialized maintenance shop,
secure space or watch environment. As a CT, you may work
independently or as part of small, coordinated teams - ultimately
under the supervision of Information Warfare Officers (four-year
degree required) or Cyber Warfare Engineers (four-year degree
required). TRAINING & ADVANCEMENT Upon completion of initial 7-9
week Recruit Training (known as Boot Camp), those pursuing a
Cryptologic Technician role report to either Pensacola, Fla., or
Monterey, Calif., to receive formal Navy schooling in their
specialty area within the field of cryptology. This consists of
technical "A" School and possibly advanced "C" School or "F"
School. CTI training - Class "A" School is broken into two phases.
Phase One takes place at the Defense Language Institute, Monterey,
Calif., and is anywhere from 27 to 64 weeks long. Phase Two is 12
weeks long. Class "F" School is conducted at the Regional Center
for Excellence in Monterey, Calif. CTT training - Class "A" School
is approximately 17 weeks long. After "A" school, some CTTs will
attend a Class "C" School that is approximately 26 weeks in
duration. The schools are located in Pensacola, Fla. CTN training -
Class "A" School is 26 weeks long and located in Pensacola, Fla.
CTM training - Class "A" School is approximately 10 weeks in
duration and located in Pensacola, Fla. CTR training - Class "A"
School is approximately 22 weeks long. The school is located in
Pensacola, Fla. Promotion opportunities are regularly available but
competitive and based on performance. It's also important to note
that specialized training received and work experience gained in
the course of service can lead to valuable credentialing and
occupational opportunities in related fields. To learn more about
the specific training path for any of the focus areas within the
field of cryptology, locate a recruiter. EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES
Beyond offering access to professional credentials and
certifications, Navy technical and operational training in the
field of intelligence can translate to credit hours toward a
bachelor's or associate degree through the American Council on
Education. You may also continue your education through
opportunities like the following: Navy College Program and Tuition
Assistance Post-9/11 GI Bill QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS A
four-year degree is not required to become a member of the Navy
electronics community. There are some specific requirements that
apply to electronics jobs in advanced programs such as SECF and NF.
Contact a recruiter for details. A high school diploma or
equivalent is required to become an Enlisted Sailor in the
cryptology field in the Navy. Those seeking a Cryptologic
Technician position must be U.S. citizens who can meet eligibility
requirements for a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information
security clearance. They should have an interest in advanced
electronics and technology; exceptionally good character; good
speaking, writing and record-keeping skills; a good working
aptitude of math; and the capability to do highly detail-oriented,
highly classified work. Specific qualifications vary depending upon
specialization area within the field of cryptology. Contact a
recruiter for details. General qualifications may vary depending
upon whether you're currently serving, whether you've served before
or whether you've never served before.
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