CTN Rating Established, February 6, 2004

Cryptologic Technicians (Networks) (CTN) employ tactical and strategic capabilities to plan, develop, and execute offensive and defensive Cyberspace Operations. They perform Threat Analysis, Digital Forensics, Network Exploitation, Research and Development, and Mission Planning, leverage tactical and strategic signals intelligence and cryptologic functions, produce and execute cyberspace effects, identify and report worldwide threats in support of special operations forces, national, fleet, and joint requirements, and control and safeguard access to classified material and information systems.

There are 27 credentials closely related to the tasks performed in this Rating that may be attainable as soon as Class “A” technical school has been completed. Sailors can take advantage of these credentialing opportunities shortly following their initial training. Select “< 1 Year” for the “Experience after ‘A’ School” filter in the “Related Credentials” section to view these credentials.