B Cyber and Electronic Warfare Officer

Overview

The Cyber and Electronic Warfare Officer is the principal staff officer responsible for cyber protection and integration. This officer is responsible for conducting and coordinating electronic attacks, facilitating electronic protection, and providing electronic warfare support.

Job duties

• Planning and execution of electronic warfare operations
• Coordinating the attachment of specialized electronic warfare teams
• Deny, disrupt, deceive, degrade or destroy enemy electronic warfare capabilities

Training

Job training for a Cyber and Electronic Warfare Officer requires completing the Electronic Warfare Officer Qualification Course. Part of this time is spent in the classroom, and part takes place in the field. Some of the skills you'll learn are: Radio wave theory Planning and execution of Electronic Warfare operations Determining proper frequencies

Helpful skills

• Ability to work as a team member
• Capability to bear numerous responsibilities
• Interest in computers and technology

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.