Overview
Cyber Operations Specialists execute defensive and offensive cyberspace operations (DCO and OCO). Cyber Operations Specialists ensure the freedom of maneuver within the cyberspace domain and deny the same to adversaries.
Job duties
- Perform cyber attacks/defenses
- Perform cyber intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance actions on specified systems and networks
- Conduct network terrain audits, penetration testing, basic digital forensics data analysis, and software threat analysis
- React to cyberspace events, employ cyberspace defense infrastructure capabilities, collect basic digital forensics data, provide incident response impact assessments and produce network security posture assessments
Training
Job training for a Cyber Operations Specialist requires completing 10 weeks of Basic Combat Training and 36 weeks of Advanced Individual Training (AIT) in Fort Gordon, GA. Some of the skills you'll learn are: Conducting defensive cyberspace operations Conducting offensive cyberspace operations Analyzing information
Required ASVAB score
General Technical (GT) : 110 Skilled Technical (ST) : 112 Learn more about the ASVAB .
Helpful skills
- Self-discipline, confidence and intelligence
- Physical and mental fitness to perform under pressure
- Ability to make quick decisions
- Capability to bear numerous responsibilities
Civilian career relevance
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in certain government agencies, as well as jobs in private electronic/communication companies.
Recruiter verification required. North Dakota availability, qualifications, training length, incentives and service terms can change.
Source: Army National Guard career record · Updated 2025-07-02