Hey everyone! So I'm considering a career in cyber security and wanted to explore the options the military has to offer. Does anyone know what specific cyber security opportunities are available in each branch?
Absolutely, each U.S. military branch does offer unique opportunities for those interested in cyber security:
1. Army: The Army Cyber Command (ARCYBER) is responsible for conducting electronic warfare, network warfare, and information operations. They have a series of Military Occupation Specialties (MOS) like 17C (Cyber Operations Specialist) and 17E (Electronic Warfare Specialist) that concentrate specifically on cyber warfare.
2. Navy: The Information Warfare Community (IWC) in the Navy oversees operations in the cyber domain. They offer roles such as Information Professional Officers, Cryptologic Warfare Officers, and Cyber Warfare Engineers.
3. Air Force: The Air Forces Cyber (AFCYBER) conducts cyberspace operations. They offer opportunities as Cyber Operations Officers and Cyber Warfare Operations.
4. Marine Corps: The Marine Corps Cyberspace Command (MARFORCYBER) is the cyber space command wing. The Marines have MOSs like 1702 (Cyber Network Systems Chief) and 1710 (Cyber Operations Officer) catering to cyber security.
5. Coast Guard: Coast Guard's Command, Control, Communications, Computers and IT Service Center provides IT and communications support. They have roles like IT Specialists dealing with networks and cybersecurity.
6. Space Force: Being the newest branch of the military, the Space Force includes the 68th Cyber Squadron. This unit is poised to help protect U.S. space capabilities from cyber threats.
If you're interested in a cyber security military career, consider consulting with recruiters from each branch so that you can understand which specific programs or training pathways best align with your career goals and expectations.
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