Cyber Defense Operations
PROTECTING DATA EVERY SECOND OF EVERY DAY
The old saying is true: the best offense is a good defense. This is why we have Cyber Defense Operations specialists. In the Air Force, they are responsible for protecting our nation’s cyberspace so the mission can stay on track while our data is protected from foreign threats. They’re also in charge of supervising any sort of system installation, facility layouts and training programs.
- Plan and organize cyber-support activities
- Design and develop organizational structures, and determine equipment, training and supplies required for systems implementation and support
- Interact with customers to promote customer satisfaction
- Evaluate operational readiness of communications equipment, network devices, sensors, intrusion detection and related support equipment
CAREER TASKS
QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY
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MINIMUM EDUCATION
A High School Senior (age 17 or older)*, High school diploma, a GED, or 15 college semester hours
*High School Students may start their application as early as the end of their junior year.
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ASVAB REQUIREMENTS
45 General (G) and 60 Electronics (E)
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QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of information systems
- Completion of a current Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI)
- Completion of 7.5 weeks of Basic Military Training
- Must be at least 17, but has not reached age 42 on the date of enlistment
TRAINING & EDUCATION
How do we transform you from a raw recruit to an expert Airman in this field? From hands-on experience to college credit toward a degree, the path begins here.
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BASIC MILITARY TRAINING
7.5 weeks
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TECHNICAL TRAINING
50 days
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TECH SCHOOL LOCATION
Keesler AFB MS
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STATUS UPON COMPLETION
Enlisted Airman with credits earned towards Information Systems Technology
