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MOS 0659, Data Chief
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Data chiefs perform advanced systems installation, operation, integration, and troubleshooting in order to maintain optimum secure data communications systems. They plan and supervise the installation, configuration, and maintenance of all data communications systems and network services, in both a garrison and deployed environment. Data chiefs plan and design local and wide area networks and link heterogeneous networks through the application of appropriate data and telecommunications hardware and software.
Prerequisites.
(1) Must be a U.S. Citizen.
(2) This MOS is awarded upon promotion to Staff Sergeant only to Marines holding MOS 0651.
(3) Must have a secret security clearance.
(4) Active Duty Marines must have two years of active duty upon completion of training.
Requirements.
Upon promotion to Staff Sergeant, Marines holding MOS 0659 are expected to attend the Data Chiefs course conducted at MCCES 29 Palms, CA.
Duties.
For a complete listing of duties and tasks, refer to reference (k), Communications Training and Readiness Manual.
Related SOC Classification/SOC Code.
Network Systems and Data Communications Analysts 15-1081.
Related Military Skill.
Data Systems Technician, 0651.
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FIELD 06, COMMUNICATIONS
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