ENLISTED

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

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.
ASVAB REQUIREMENTS

45 General (G) and 60 Electronics (E)
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 between the ages of 17 and 39

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.