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MOS 0689, Computer Defense Specialist
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Computer defense specialists are responsible for all aspects of ensuring Marine Corps information systems data availability, integrity authentication, confidentiality, and non-repudiation. Information assurance technicians implement and monitor security measures for USMC communication information systems networks, and advise the commander that systems and personnel adhere to established security standards and governmental requirements for security on these systems. Duties include assisting in the development and execution of security policies, plans, and procedures; design and implementation of data network security measures; network intrusion detections and forensics; information system security incident handling; and certification of Marine Corps systems and networks. Entry level input to this MOS will be in the grade of sergeant through staff sergeant only with a PMOS of 0651, 0656, or 0659 on second or subsequent enlistment.
Prerequisites.
(1) Must be a U.S. Citizen.
(2) Must possess MOS 0651, 0659 or 6694.
(3) Must have attained the rank of sergeant or above.
(4) Must possess a secret security clearance and be eligible for a top-secret security clearance.
(5) Must possess a GT score of 110 or higher.
Requirements.
Complete the Information Assurance Technician Course, 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.
Information Security Technician, 0681.
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FIELD 06, COMMUNICATIONS
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