17B 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

REQUIREMENTS
Those who want to serve must first take the Armed Services Vocational Aptitude Battery, a series of tests that helps you better understand your strengths and identify which Army jobs are best for you.

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

FUTURE CIVILIAN CAREERS
The skills you learn will help prepare you for a career in certain government agencies, as well as jobs in private electronic/communication companies.