MOS 1721 Defensive Cyberspace Operator
MOS 1721 Defensive Cyberspace Operator
MOS Description
Defensive Cyberspace Operators provide the Commander with the ability to defend the network, enable freedom of action, and employ cyber effects through real time detection, analysis, and mitigation of threats and vulnerabilities and outmaneuvering adversaries. Defensive Cyberspace Operators install, operate, and maintain security tools in support of Defensive Cyberspace Operations (DCO). They recognize and leverage the application of Offensive Cyber Operations in order to implement an effective defensive strategy. Defensive Cyberspace Operators coordinate with network and system administrators to ensure the implementation of security controls in support of Department of Defense Information Network (DODIN) Operations. Defensive Cyberspace Operators conduct security evaluations through vulnerability and risk assessments and advise the Commander on the security posture of the networks within their charge.

National Certifications
You selected Early Career—this applies to Marines in paygrades E1-E3. To help you focus on the credentials most appropriate for early in your career, the National Certifications list below has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply.
You selected Mid-Career—this applies to Marines in paygrades E4-E5. To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and helps prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.
You selected Late Career-- this applies to Marines in paygrades E6-E9. To help you focus on credentials most applicable to this phase in your career, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your MOS helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.
You chose Transitioning-- this applies to Marines who are not reenlisting and are planning their next steps. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining a credential can help prepare you for civilian employment, and can demonstrate knowledge and skills in a way civilian employers understand. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly. If you are already within that six-month timeframe, you can still choose to pursue the credential yourself or explore other funding options to pay for credentials.
As a transitioning Marine, you may also want to visit the Marine Corps' Transition Readiness Program for other guidance regarding reentering the civilian workforce.
You chose Promotion-Seeking-- this applies to Marines who plan to stay in the Corps and who are actively working on advancement. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to only show COOL-funded certifications that are related to Most or Some of the skills and training gained in your MOS. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
Obtaining credentials related to your rating helps improve your professionalism and help prepare you for civilian employment when you do transition out.
Once you have found a credential you want to pursue and are eligible for, you can apply for a voucher for COOL funding to pay for the exam. Make sure to check to see that you meet the eligibility requirements for a voucher before you apply. The Marine Corps will not pay for exams if you have less than six months of service left so you'll want to plan accordingly.
You chose Veteran-- veterans are any former Service member who has been discharged from active duty military service. To help you focus on the most applicable credentials, the certification list has been filtered to show in-demand credentials that are GI Bill approved. You can customize your search by clicking Select Filters at the top left of the credentials table or by using the keyword search at the top right of the table.
COOL does not pay for credentialing exams for veterans, but you may be able to get your credential funded through the GI Bill. Explore your funding options to see what funding may be available to you. Also, visit our page of Related Sites and expand the Resource Sites For Veterans section to see what other resources may be available to you
The following civilian credentials are related to MOS 1721 Defensive Cyberspace Operator. These credentials may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these credentials, click on the credential title below.
For more supervisory and managerial credentials, please refer to the LEADER summary page.Compare | Credential | Agency | Related As | Attainability | COOL$ | GI Bill® | Accreditation | ID | |
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Associate Electronics Technician (CETa) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Certified Satellite Installer (CSI) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Telecommunications Electronics Technician (TCM) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Certified Administrative Professional (CAP) Is Not In Demand | International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP) | ![]() |
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CompTIA A+
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Network Systems Technician (NST) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Fiber Optics Technician (FOT) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Senior Certified Electronics Technician (CETsr) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Broadband TelecomCenter Specialist (BTCS) Is Not In Demand | Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) | ![]() |
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Broadband Transport Specialist (BTS) Is Not In Demand | Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) | ![]() |
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Broadband Distribution Specialist (BDS)
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Certified Electronics Technician - Associate-Level (Associate CET) Is Not In Demand | International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) | ![]() |
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Certified Electronics Technician - Journeyman-Level - Communications Is Not In Demand | International Society of Certified Electronics Technicians (ISCET) | ![]() |
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CompTIA Project+
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CompTIA Linux+ Is Not In Demand | Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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CompTIA Network+
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CompTIA Server+
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Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD)
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Outside Plant (OSP) Designer Is Not In Demand | BICSI | ![]() |
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Check Point Certified Security Administrator (CCSA)
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Check Point Software Technologies, Inc. | ![]() |
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Check Point Certified Security Expert (CCSE) Is Not In Demand | Check Point Software Technologies, Inc. | ![]() |
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Certified Information Systems Auditor (CISA)
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Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP)
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Certified Linux Administrator (LPIC-1)
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Linux Professional Institute (LPI) | ![]() |
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Certified Linux Engineer (LPIC-2) Is Not In Demand | Linux Professional Institute (LPI) | ![]() |
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Linux Enterprise Professional Certification (LPIC-3) Is Not In Demand | Linux Professional Institute (LPI) | ![]() |
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Project Management Professional (PMP)
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Project Management Institute (PMI) | ![]() |
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Certified Internet Web Professional (CIW) Web Foundations Associate Is Not In Demand | Certified Internet Web Professional Program (CIW) | ![]() |
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Red Hat Certified Engineer (RHCE)
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Red Hat, Inc. | ![]() |
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Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA)
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Certified Wireless Network Expert (CWNE)
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GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH)
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GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA)
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GIAC Certified UNIX Security Administrator (GCUX)
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GIAC Certified Windows Security Administrator (GCWN) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Information Security Professional (GISP) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Security Expert (GSE) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC)
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GIAC Systems and Network Auditor (GSNA)
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Wireless Communications Electronics Technician (WCM) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Network Computer Technician (NCT) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Data Cabling Installer (DCI) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP)
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CompTIA Security+
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GIAC Certified Forensics Analyst (GCFA)
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GIAC Security Leadership Certification (GSLC)
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Certified Information Security Manager (CISM)
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Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) Security
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GIAC Information Security Fundamentals (GISF) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM)
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Line and Antenna Sweep (LAS) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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IC3 Digital Literacy Certification (IC3) Is Not In Demand | Certiport | ![]() |
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Program Management Professional (PgMP)
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Project Management Institute (PMI) | ![]() |
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Information Systems Security Management Professional (CISSP-ISSMP) Is Not In Demand | International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² | ![]() |
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CERT - Certified Computer Security Incident Handler (CSIH) Is Not In Demand | CERT - Software Engineering Institute | ![]() |
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Information Systems Security Architecture Professional (CISSP-ISSAP)
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International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² | ![]() |
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Information Systems Security Engineering Professional (CISSP-ISSEP) Is Not In Demand | International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² | ![]() |
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ITIL Foundation Level Is Not In Demand | AXELOS | ![]() |
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CyberSecurity Forensic Analyst (CSFA) Is Not In Demand | CyberSecurity Institute | ![]() |
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Computer Hacking Forensic Investigator (CHFI) Is Not In Demand | International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council) | ![]() |
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Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
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GIAC Assessing and Auditing Wireless Networks (GAWN) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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Certified Security Analyst (ECSA)
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Certified Authorization Professional (CAP) Is Not In Demand | International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² | ![]() |
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Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP)
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PMI Risk Management Professional (PMI-RMP) Is Not In Demand | Project Management Institute (PMI) | ![]() |
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Certified in the Governance of Enterprise IT (CGEIT)
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Broadband Premises Installer (BPI) Is Not In Demand | Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) | ![]() |
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Broadband Premises Technician (BPT) Is Not In Demand | Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) | ![]() |
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Broadband Premises Expert (BPE) Is Not In Demand | Society of Cable Telecommunications Engineers (SCTE) | ![]() |
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Certified Wireless Design Professional (CWDP) Is Not In Demand | Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) | ![]() |
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Certified Wireless Analysis Professional (CWAP) Is Not In Demand | Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) | ![]() |
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Cisco Certified Design Expert (CCDE) Is Not In Demand | Cisco Systems, Inc. | ![]() |
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Oracle Database 11g Administrator Certified Professional
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Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security
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GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN)
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Broadband Voice over Internet Protocol (B-VoIP) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Red Hat Certified System Administrator (RHCSA)
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Electronic Security Networking Technician (ESNT) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Fiber Optics Technician (Outside Plant) (FOT-OSP) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Residential Electronics Systems Integrator (RESI) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP)
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Registered Telecommunications Project Manager (RTPM) Is Not In Demand | BICSI | ![]() |
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CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+)
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Electrical Power Testing - Level I Is Not In Demand | National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) | ![]() |
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Electrical Power Testing - Level II Is Not In Demand | National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) | ![]() |
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Electrical Power Testing - Level III Is Not In Demand | National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) | ![]() |
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Electrical Power Testing - Level IV Is Not In Demand | National Institute for Certification in Engineering Technologies (NICET) | ![]() |
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GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED)
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GIAC Web Application Penetration Tester (GWAPT)
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GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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CompTIA Cloud Essentials+ Is Not In Demand | Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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GIAC Certified Project Manager Certification (GCPM) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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Oracle Certified Professional, Solaris 11 System Administrator Is Not In Demand | Oracle Corporation | ![]() |
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Oracle Database 12c Administrator Certified Associate Is Not In Demand | Oracle Corporation | ![]() |
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Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert Enterprise Wireless (CCIE Wireless)
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Wireless Network Technician (WNT) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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Fiber Optics Designer (FOD) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE)
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General Communications Technician - Level 1 (GCT1) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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GIAC Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional (GICSP)
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CompTIA Cloud+
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Certified Chief Information Security Officer (CCISO) Is Not In Demand | International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council) | ![]() |
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Distributed Antenna Systems Technician (DAS) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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GIAC Mobile Device Security Analyst (GMOB) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert Collaboration (CCIE Collaboration)
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Red Hat Certified Architect (RHCA) Is Not In Demand | Red Hat, Inc. | ![]() |
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Linux Foundation Certified System Administrator (LFCS) Is Not In Demand | Linux Foundation | ![]() |
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Linux Foundation Certified Engineer (LFCE) Is Not In Demand | Linux Foundation | ![]() |
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GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Critical Controls Certification (GCCC) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Certified Web Application Defender (GWEB) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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EC-Council Certified Incident Handler (ECIH) Is Not In Demand | International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council) | ![]() |
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Certified Cloud Security Professional (CCSP) Is Not In Demand | International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² | ![]() |
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F5 Certified BIG-IP Administrator (F5-CA) Is Not In Demand | F5 | ![]() |
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F5 Certified Technology Specialist in LTM (F5-CTS, LTM) Is Not In Demand | F5 | ![]() |
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F5 Certified Technology Specialist, BIG-IP DNS (F5-CTS, BIG-IP DNS) Is Not In Demand | F5 | ![]() |
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F5 Certified Technology Specialist in ASM (F5-CTS, ASM) Is Not In Demand | F5 | ![]() |
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F5 Certified Technology Specialist in APM (F5-CTS, APM) Is Not In Demand | F5 | ![]() |
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F5 Certified Solution Expert (F5-CSE) Is Not In Demand | F5 | ![]() |
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GIAC Python Coder (GPYC) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Associate Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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AWS Certified SysOps Administrator - Associate Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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AWS Certified Developer - Associate Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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AWS Certified DevOps Engineer - Professional Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Is Not In Demand | Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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CyberSec First Responder (CFR) Is Not In Demand | CertNexus (formerly Logical Operations) | ![]() |
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Information Technology Security (ITS) Is Not In Demand | Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) | ![]() |
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CompTIA IT Fundamentals (ITF+) Is Not In Demand | Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) | ![]() |
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Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC) Is Not In Demand | Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence (USD(I)) | ![]() |
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Cisco Certified CyberOps Associate Is Not In Demand | Cisco Systems, Inc. | ![]() |
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GIAC Strategic Planning, Policy, and Leadership (GSTRT) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Cyber Threat Intelligence (GCTI) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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GIAC Critical Infrastructure Protection (GCIP) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft Office 2016 Master Specialist Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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GIAC Certified Detection Analyst (GCDA) Is Not In Demand | Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) | ![]() |
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Certified Network Defender (CND) Is Not In Demand | International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council) | ![]() |
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AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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AWS Certified Security - Specialty Is Not In Demand | Amazon Web Services (AWS) | ![]() |
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Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) Is Not In Demand | Cisco Systems, Inc. | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Associate (Office 365 and Office 2019) Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Excel Associate (Excel and Excel 2019) Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Microsoft Office Specialist (MOS): Microsoft PowerPoint 2016 Is Not In Demand | Microsoft Corporation | ![]() |
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Spectrum Management (SM) Engineer Is Not In Demand | International Association for Radio, Telecommunications and Electromagnetics (iNARTE) | ![]() |
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Department of Defense (DoD) Certifications
Some of these credentials may be funded thru the Marine Corps COOL program. To find out, search for these credentials in the "National Certifications" tab and look for the icon.
The Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC) Program
The Intelligence Fundamentals Professional Certification (IFPC) program is sponsored by the Under Secretary of Defense for Intelligence (USD(I)) to professionalize the defense intelligence workforce by establishing a common standard of the fundamental knowledge and skills expected of all who serve and support, and those who hope to serve and support, in the Defense Intelligence Enterprise (DIE).
The genesis of the IFPC program is based on the Department of Defense (DoD) Inspector General Report (No. DoDIG 2015-015), “Evaluation of DoD Intelligence Training and Education Programs for the Fundamental Competencies of the DoD Intelligence Workforce”. This report indicated the presence of critical skill gaps and a lack of knowledge and skill standards for entry-level/developmental intelligence professionals. To address these gaps and fulfill the recommendations of the report, a DIE Subject Matter Expert (SME) Working Group and the Certification Governance Council (CGC) collaborated to develop standards based on work and knowledge requirements common to the DIE components. Following a very successful pilot with volunteers from across the DIE, the IFPC Program Management Office (CPMO) was formally established to manage candidates and the testing and conferral processes.
The IFPC was designed as a complementary program to all other intelligence tradecraft certification programs. It is not a replacement for those programs, but instead serves as a foundation upon which the other DIE certifications are built.
State Licenses
Some states have specific licensing requirements for the following related civilian occupations. These state licenses may require additional education, training or experience. Click on the occupation below to get more information on state requirements from the U.S. Department of Labor. For more supervisory and managerial occupations, please refer to the LEADER summary page.
Related Civilian Occupations
The following civilian occupations are similar to the duties performed by MOS 1721 Defensive Cyberspace Operator. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the civilian occupation below. For more supervisory and managerial positions, please refer to the LEADER summary page. To search for related civilian job opportunities, go to the Veteran’s Employment Center.
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Computer and Information Systems Managers |
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Related Federal Occupations
The following federal occupations are similar to MOS 1721 Defensive Cyberspace Operator. These occupations may require additional education, training or experience. For more information about these occupations, click on the federal occupation below.
- 2608 - Electronic Digital Computer Mechanic
- 9944 - Electronics Technician
- 0132 - Intelligence Series
- 0134 - Intelligence Aid and Clerk Series
- 0332 - Computer Operation Series
- 0335 - Computer Clerk and Assistant Series
- 0350 - Equipment Operator Series
- 0392 - General Telecommunications Series
- 0394 - Communications Clerical Series
- 1540 - Cryptography Series
- 1541 - Cryptanalysis Series
- 1550 - Computer Science Series
- 2210 - Information Technology Management Series
- 0390 - Telecommunications Processing Series
- 0382 - Telephone Operating Series
- 0391 - Telecommunications Series
- 2502 - Telecommunications Mechanic
- 2504 - Wire Communications Cable Splicing
- 9908 - Ship's Communication Officer
Other Career Considerations
A wide range of civilian job opportunities is available within the private and public sectors that align with MOS 1721 Defensive Cyberspace Operator military training and experience. More information about these opportunities and other considerations concerning occupations related to MOS MOS 1721 Defensive Cyberspace Operator can be found below.
Cyber Security
Cyber Security
There are opportunities to use cyber security skills in the law enforcement field. Information on cyber security in the federal workforce can be found on the following agency websites:
Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
2020: IT Specialist
Overview: This job series covers positions responsible for providing support, guidance, and expertise in various Information Technology (IT) functions. Specialty areas include IT Policy Planning, Information Security, Customer Support, Network Services, Enterprise Architecture, Systems Analyst, Applications Software, Operating Systems, Data Management, Internet and Systems Administration. Work performed by the IT specialist varies and is dependent on the job field of each IT specialist.
Duties at CBP: Work within this job series requires an Information Technology (IT) Specialist to perform a variety of duties that involve knowledge of a wide variety of IT application, systems, and methods; ability to apply methods and practices for troubleshooting IT system issues to include issues such as network, database, customer inquiries, and knowledge of IT system security regulations, policies and procedures. Typical work assignments vary based on parenthetical/job fields listed above but duties may include:
- Providing advice and guidance on a wide range and variety of IT issues;
- Planning, analyzing, developing, implementing, maintaining and enhancing information systems security programs, policies, procedures and tools;
- Assisting in the installation and integration of system patches, repairs, updates, and enhancements to ensure the delivery of IT services;
- Installing, configuring, integrating, troubleshooting, optimizing and maintaining customer hardware and software to maximize system availability and monitors network performance.
Locations: Various; DC Metro Area
Troops to Tech
Troops to Tech Careers is a program created by CompTIA to provide opportunities and resources for Veterans interested in a career in the information technology (IT) field. Troops to Tech Careers is a collaboration between CompTIA, educational institutions and training organizations, and corporate employers to provide Veterans with an opportunity to Learn-Certify-Work. Veterans can locate education and training centers nationwide that will help them plan an IT career pathway and identify training courses they may need to prepare for a related IT certification. On the employer side, Troops to Tech Careers maintains a corporate registry listing companies that have made a commitment to prioritize hiring IT certified Veterans. Additional information about the program can be found at the Troops to Tech Careers website.
Continuing Education
In addition to obtaining certifications in your field, advanced education is another way to enhance job performance.
For help in making informed choices on schools and education programs when using tuition assistance, see: