Just had this sent to me from current Naval recruiting ad, since the work that is done is classified, I was shocked to see this description. When I was a CTR we were told, you cannot describe your work to anyone Cryptologic Technician Collection (CTR) – CTRs serve as experts in intercepting signals. Primarily, their responsibility is to collect, analyze and report on communication signals using computers, specialized computer-assisted communications equipment, video display terminals and electronic/magnetic tape recorders; exploit signals of interest to identify, locate and report worldwide threats; and provide tactical and strategic signals intelligence, technical guidance, and information warfare support to surface, subsurface, air and special warfare units. CTRs could also be assigned duties as fusion analysts – a role that involves taking intelligence data from multiple sources, effectively “piecing together the puzzle,” and generating a coherent intelligence product report to be used by decision makers. Work Environment Cryptologic Technicians perform a variety of duties worldwide, at numerous overseas and stateside shore commands, aboard surface ships, aircraft and submarines, and with Naval Special Warfare – generally dividing time between assignments ashore and afloat. Duties could be performed in an office setting, lab-type setting, specialized maintenance shop, secure space or watch environment. Responsibilities may involve working closely with others or operating independently with little supervision. As a CT, you may work independently or as part of small, coordinated teams – ultimately under the supervision of Information Warfare Officers (four-year degree required) or Cyber Warfare Engineering Officers (four-year degree required). The specific working environment will vary depending upon specialization area within the field of cryptology. Contact a recruiter for details. Training & Advancement Upon completion of initial 7–9 week Recruit Training (known as Boot Camp), those pursuing a Cryptologic Technician role report to either Pensacola, Fla., or Monterey, Calif., to receive formal Navy schooling in their specialty area within the field of cryptology. This consists of technical “A” School and possibly advanced “C” School or “F” School. CTR training – Class “A” School is approximately 22 weeks long. The school is located in Pensacola, Fla.
Posted on: Mon, 17 Nov 2014 04:14:56 +0000
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