New Jersey Cyberspace Operations - Defending Our Digital Frontier: Join the Cyber Defense Force
In today's interconnected world, cyberspace has become a critical domain for both opportunity and vulnerability. The New Jersey Air National Guard stands as a sentinel on this digital frontier, dedicated to defending our nation's critical infrastructure, data, and freedom of action in cyberspace. We are a team of highly skilled and dedicated professionals, committed to excellence and innovation.
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Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO): Our Core Mission
New Jersey Cyberspace Operations specializes in Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO), the vital mission of protecting Air Force and Space Force networks and systems from malicious cyber threats. DCO is about active defense, not just passive security.
Here's how we secure cyberspace:
- Protecting: We implement proactive security measures and threat-informed defenses to minimize risk and prevent cyberattacks.
- Investigating: We identify, illuminate, and characterize cyber threats that have bypassed security measures, providing critical intelligence for response.
- Responding: We take decisive action to neutralize threats, mitigate damage, and restore system functionality, both on and off Department of Defense Information Networks (DODIN).
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We are looking for talented individuals to join our ranks as both officers and enlisted members. If you're ready to protect and defend our nation in the digital age, explore the opportunities below.
Officer - 17S: Cyberspace Effects Operations Officer
Why Join Us?
As a 17S, you'll be at the forefront of DCO, commanding teams and wielding cutting-edge technology to protect our nation's critical infrastructure and assets. This isn't just a job; it's a mission to safeguard our way of life in the digital age. You'll be trained as a warrior, a leader and a technologist, all in one.
The Mission:
The Cyberspace Effects Operations Officer leads the charge in defending our nation from cyber threats. As a 17S, you'll be the driving force behind the Air Force's Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO), protecting our networks and systems from malicious actors. You'll command crews, oversee mission planning, and ensure your team is always ready to respond to emerging threats. You'll be directly responsible for securing vital communication lines and computer networks that our armed forces rely on to keep America safe.
As a 17S, You Will:
- Lead: Command and mentor teams of highly skilled cyber professionals.
- Defend: Protect critical networks and systems from cyberattacks.
- Plan: Develop and execute defensive cyberspace operations to counter emerging threats.
- Assess: Analyze intelligence information and adapt strategies to maintain cyber superiority.
- Innovate: Stay ahead of the curve by researching and implementing new technologies.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate advanced cyberspace weapons systems and command teams to accomplish critical missions.
- Supervise mission planning, preparation, and crew briefings/debriefings, ensuring seamless execution.
- Review mission tasking and analyze complex intelligence information to identify and mitigate threats.
- Operate and maintain cutting-edge weapons systems, ensuring optimal performance and readiness.
Is This You?
- Strong leadership potential and a desire to lead and mentor others.
- A passion for cybersecurity and a desire to defend our nation in the digital realm.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically under pressure.
- A strong understanding of computer networks, operating systems, and security protocols.
- Eligibility for a security clearance is required.
Enlisted - 1B4: Cyber Warfare Operations
Why Join Us?
As a 1B4, you'll be on the front lines of DCO, working behind the scenes to protect our nation's critical infrastructure and assets. This isn't just a job; it's a mission to safeguard our way of life in the digital age.
The Mission:
Cyber Warfare Operations specialists are the unsung heroes of the digital battlefield. They protect our systems, analyze threats, and develop innovative solutions to defend against cyberattacks. As a 1B4, you'll be trained to identify, analyze, and mitigate cyber threats, ensuring the integrity and availability of our vital networks. This isn't a desk job; you'll be in the heart of the action, safeguarding our nation's critical infrastructure.
As a 1B4, You Will:
- Defend: Protect critical networks and systems from cyberattacks.
- Analyze: Identify and assess emerging cyber threats.
- Develop: Create innovative solutions to enhance our cyber defenses.
- Collaborate: Work alongside a team of highly skilled cyber professionals.
- Train: Continuously develop your skills and stay ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving cyber landscape.
Key Responsibilities:
- Manage and direct personnel, ensuring effective execution of operational plans.
- Manage the execution of operations plans to ensure positive control of assigned resources
- Evaluate operational effectiveness of communications, sensors, intrusion detection and related support equipment
- Analyze national defense guidance and strategic objectives to create operational policies
- Manage synchronization of cyberspace operations to establish situational awareness of both friendly and adversary operations
Is This You?
- A strong interest in cybersecurity and a desire to protect our nation in the digital realm.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- The ability to work effectively in a team environment.
- A strong understanding of computer networks, operating systems, and security protocols.
- Eligibility for a security clearance is required.