Information Systems Technician
Company: Navy
Location: Yonkers
Posted on: January 20, 2023
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Job Description:
ABOUT Effective, secure communication in the cyber domain is
essential to the everyday operations of military intelligence in
America's Navy. Information Professionals who oversee the seamless
operation of the global Naval network environment are key to these
efforts. Their responsibilities include: Mapping out the network
platforms of the future
Ensuring the effectiveness of the Navy technologies
Helping to develop and deploy information systems, command and
control, and space systems
Serving as a key part of the Information Dominance Corps in its
mission to gain a deep understanding of the inner workings of
adversaries and developing unmatched knowledge of the battlespace
during wartime
RESPONSIBILITIES As an IP, you are among those who plan, acquire,
secure, operate and maintain the Naval network and the systems that
support Navy operations and business processes. This role may
include: Leading the Naval network warfare missions in developing
tactics and procedures to realize tactical, strategic and business
advantages afloat and ashore
Driving interoperability with joint, allied and coalition
partners
Building professional excellence through education, training and
certification, and milestone qualifications
Optimizing organizational effectiveness through cutting-edge
technologies, knowledge management techniques and a culture of
innovation
Overseeing the work of Information Systems Technicians - Enlisted
Sailors (no degree required) who serve as specialists in
information technology
WORK ENVIRONMENT Information Professionals serve in challenging
roles of increasing scope and responsibility both afloat and
ashore. This could include: Being part of Battle Group staffs on
ships at sea
Working in C4I/Space/Surveillance on shore tours
Serving on major Navy and joint staffs
Serving in command of key communication and surveillance facilities
around the globe
TRAINING & ADVANCEMENT Those pursuing an Information Professional
Officer position are required to attend Officer Candidate School
(OCS) in Newport, R.I. Upon completion, they typically attend a
five-week IP Basic Course of instruction in Pensacola, Fla., before
or during their initial assignment. IPs must complete specific
qualifications as part of their training during Fleet tours and are
expected to pursue advanced education opportunities. 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. EDUCATION OPPORTUNITIES Beyond professional
credentials and certifications, Information Professionals can
advance their education by: Pursuing opportunities at institutions
such as Naval Postgraduate School (NPS) or Navy War College
(NWC)
Completing Joint Professional Military Education (JPME) at one of
the various service colleges
Postgraduate education is important to the success of the
Information Professional. Most IPs will complete a master's degree
in C4I, space, information systems, computer science or modeling
and simulation. There's also potential to pursue a graduate
certificate, DoD certifications, federal executive fellowships and
information assurance scholarships and internships. QUALIFICATIONS
& REQUIREMENTS A four-year degree is required to work as an
Information Professional. Candidates seeking an Officer position in
this community must have a bachelor's degree from a regionally
accredited institution in a technical field, preferably in one of
following fields: Information Systems, Electrical Engineering,
Computer Engineering, Information Operations, Computer Science,
Systems Engineering or General Engineering. All candidates must
also be: U.S. citizens, willing to serve worldwide, eligible for a
Top Secret/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) security
clearance, and qualified for sea duty. General qualifications may
vary depending upon whether you're currently serving, whether
you've served before or whether you've never served before.
Keywords: Navy, Yonkers , Information Systems Technician, Professions , Yonkers, New York
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