Cryptological technician job description

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:

1. Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance
2. 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.

To be eligible to enlist in the U.S. Navy, candidates must be between the ages of 18-34

As a Cryptologic Technician, you are one of the worlds greatest problem-solvers. Were looking for people with sharp minds, whose brains are built for picking out patterns most will miss.

CRYPTOLOGY JOBS IN THE NAVY

CRYPTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN COLLECTION

Much about your role is classified. What we can tell you is this: you will intercept signals to provide tactical and strategic intelligence, technical guidance and information to ships and special warfare units.

CRYPTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN INTERPRETIVE

Languages are more than just communicationtheyre cultural codes that need to be analyzed and, in some cases, broken. The Defense Language School in Monterey, California will fully immerse you in the language for your choicefrom Mandarin to Spanish and Arabic to Russian.

CRYPTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN MAINTENANCE

Troubleshoot top-secret equipment vital to national security, taking your passion for science and engineering to the next level.

CRYPTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN NETWORKS

Use state-of-the-art technology to perform offensive and defensive cyber operations, investigating and tracking enemies while also protecting our networks from attacks.

CRYPTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN TECHNICAL

Provide tactical guidance to special warfare operations and to ships across the fleet. Use high- power jamming signals to deceive electronic sensors and prevent enemy attacks.

PAY AND BENEFITS

From the day you start, youll receive:
Competitive salary
Potential to earn a bonus upon enlistment
Free health insurance
Free housing
A retirement plan
Paid training
College credit

EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES

Navy College Program and Tuition Assistance
Post-9/11 GI Bill, up to 100% tuition
Professional credentials and certifications
College credit hours toward a bachelors or associate degree through the American Council on Education

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS

U.S. citizen
High school graduate or equivalent
17 years of age or older

Applicants must also meet eligibility requirements for a Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information security clearance. Normal color perception, sight, speech and hearing are required.

General qualifications may vary depending upon whether youre currently serving, whether youve served before or whether youve never served before.

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. They generally divide time between assignments ashore and afloat.

PART-TIME OPPORTUNITIES

Serving part-time as a Navy Reserve Sailor, your duties will be carried out during your scheduled drilling and training periods. During monthly drilling, Cryptologic Technicians in the Navy Reserve typically work at a location close to their homes.

Take a moment to learn more about the general roles and responsibilities of Navy Reserve Sailors

Required qualifications:

• 18 years or older
• Legally authorized to work in the United States

Preferred qualifications:

• At least high school diploma or equivalent or higher

Leidos is actively interviewing for an Electronics Technician or Cryptologic TechnicianSME to work with our team to support the Navy JTT Program in San Diego, CA
Primary Responsibilities

The candidate must be able to provide Subject Matter Expertise (SME) and consultation with regards to the installation, integration, test and training of the Maritime Integrated Broadcast System (MIBS) onboard ships and at shore site locations worldwide. They must have experience in reviewing and editing naval drawings, networking solutions, hardware components and their installation, and have expert knowledge of MIBS related software. They should have a working knowledge of service desk operations to provide the correct advice when requested.

The candidate must be able to install, integrate, test and train the JTT system onboard ships and at shore site locations. They must have experience in reviewing and editing naval drawings, networking, hardware and have software knowledge.

+ Work as a SME/Consultant on MIBS related equipment and provide expert advice on current and future design and installations.

+ Provide SME/Consultant advice on MIBS related documentation as required to support customer requirements. Appraise government team on required changes or evolutionary updates to meet current and future demand.

+ As a SME/Consultant, help define MIBS procedures, baselines and versioning; Assist in development of and validating system administrative procedures, system integration guides and operational procedures to support the logistics, testing and life cycle activities required to sustain the system.

+ Work as an Electronics and Cryptologic System specialist on a team responsible for development and integration of current and future JTT system builds.

+ Work as a "documentation specialist" on a team responsible for development and integration of current and future DCGS-N system builds.

+ Defining JTT procedures, baselines and versioning; developing and validating system administrative procedures, system integration guides and operational procedures to support the logistics, testing and life cycle activities required to sustain the system.

+ This position requires periodically traveling to, and working and living onboard US Navy ships.

+ Employee must be able to:

+ Physically travel to the intended destination, board the ship either by walking onboard, flying by military helicopter or COD (carrier onboard delivery) aircraft which requires the ability to withstand the stress of a catapult launch or an arrested landing.

+ Must be able to live and work in an environment that is in constant, unsteady motion.

+ Must be able to climb up and down ship ladders throughout the workday. Ship ladders have a steep incline and minimal head clearance.

+ Ships may be up to 13 decks with the berthing, galley and work locations all on separate levels. Employees must be able to climb up and down the ship ladders throughout the day.

+ Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs while climbing multiple flights of ladders.

+ Complete all government customer required training, readiness and International Travel requirements

+ Employee must be adequately covered by medical insurance/health care to cover off-site medical services and evacuation from abroad in the event of illnes or injury for applicable personnel either through Leidos or a provider of their choosing.

+ Additionally, employee will be subject to random drug and alcohol screen tests to ensure compliance with company policies, contractual requirements and/or host country laws

Basic Qualifications

+ 8+ years' experience in a relevant technical field preferably with at least 4 years Navy ET or IT experience supporting DoD systems.

+ U.S. citizen with current DoD Secret eligible to obtain TS/SCI

+ Ability to travel 25% including possible underway periods onboard U.S. Navy ships.

+ Minimum of IAT II Certifications to meet DoD 8570.1M compliance: CompTIA A+, CompTIA Security+ and CompTIA Server+ and accreditation in Windows 7/10, Unix, Linux or Solaris operating systems.

+ Experience working in secure environments and on secure navy systems.

+ Experience with software patching.

+ Experience in the design, preparation and modification of engineering documents and drawings.

+ Experience in the installation, integration, testing and training of information systems.

+ Experience with Integrated Shipboard Network System (ISNS), Consolidated Afloat Networks and Enterprise Services (CANES), Global Command and Control System (GCCS), Radiant Mercury, and Integrated Broadcast Service (IBS) systems integration.

+ Experience supporting software integration and testing for the Department of Defense (DoD).

Preferred Qualifications

Certified to work on COMSEC equipment.

+ Experience using AN/CYZ-10 and AN/PYQ-10 (SKL) crypto loading devices.

+ Authorization/certification from the vendor (Raytheon) to troubleshoot the AN/USC-62.

+ Experience with and familiarity of the AN/USQ-151, JTT-M system configuration and related software for Versions 6.1 and later.

Pay Range:Pay Range $57,850.00 - $89,000.00 - $120,150.00

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

REQNUMBER: R-00092224

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. Leidos will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment in accordance with relevant Laws. Leidos is an equal opportunity employer/disability/vet.