Cybersecurity Specialist

The U.S. Army is seeking highly skilled Cyber Operations Specialists to conduct integrated and synchronized offensive cyberspace operations. These specialists will target enemy and hostile adversary activities and capabilities, while also conducting defensive operations to protect data, networks, and other designated systems.

• Provide critical intelligence and network support to safeguard the cyber domain.
• Collect, analyze, and report digital data to inform decision-making.
• Maintain network defense tools, including routers and firewalls, to ensure the security of Army networks.
• Evaluate network defense operations to identify areas for improvement.
• Respond to incidents in cyberspace, using a range of tools and techniques to mitigate threats.
• Conduct surveillance and reconnaissance actions on specified systems and networks to gather intelligence.
• Perform network terrain audits, penetration testing, basic digital forensics, and software threat analysis to identify vulnerabilities.

Cyber Operations Specialists undergo rigorous training to develop the skills and knowledge required for this critical role. Training includes 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and two phases of Advanced Individual Training (AIT). Phase one includes 25 weeks of training in Corry Station, Florida, while phase two lasts 20 weeks and takes place in Fort Gordon, Georgia.

Upon completion of training, Cyber Operations Specialists are awarded industry-leading certifications, including CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, CompTIA Security+, Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP), and CISCO Certified Networking Associate (CCNA).

The U.S. Army is a diverse and dynamic organization, with a range of roles and opportunities available to those who serve. As a Cyber Operations Specialist, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to protecting the Army's networks and systems, while also conducting offensive operations to disrupt and defeat enemy forces.