AOC 17A Cyber Warfare Officer

AOC Description

Cyber operations officers lead, plan, and direct both defensive and offensive cyberspace maneuver and effects operations in and through the cyberspace war fighting domain to ensure freedom of action. Conduct OCO by projecting power through the application of cyber capabilities in and through cyberspace to target enemy and adversary activities and capabilities. Conduct DCO by protecting data, networks, net-centric capabilities, and other designated systems through detection, identification, and response actions to attacks against friendly networks. Conduct integrated and synchronized OCO and DCO with other lethal and nonlethal action to enable commanders to mass effects and gain advantages in cyberspace and across other domains, which directly or indirectly support unified land operations (ULO) objectives. Execute mission command of cyber maneuver forces during DCO and OCO missions in support of Joint and combined arms operations. Provide coordination for employment of cyber maneuver forces at all levels of joint, Army and coalition commands.

National Certifications

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CompTIA Network+ ce In DemandIs In Demand Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) mostMost CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) In DemandIs In Demand International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² mostMost CA EligibleCA Eligible mediummedium GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) In DemandIs In Demand Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Wireless Network Expert (CWNE) In DemandIs In Demand Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible mediummedium GI BillGI Bill  
GIAC Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) In DemandIs In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
GIAC Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA) In DemandIs In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
GIAC Security Expert (GSE) Is Not In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible mediummedium GI BillGI Bill  
GIAC Security Essentials Certification (GSEC) In DemandIs In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Systems Security Certified Practitioner (SSCP) In DemandIs In Demand International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC)² someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
CompTIA Security+ ce In DemandIs In Demand Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) mostMost CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
GIAC Certified Forensics Analyst (GCFA) In DemandIs In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) otherOther CA EligibleCA Eligible   GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
CERT - Certified Computer Security Incident Handler (CSIH) Is Not In Demand CERT - Software Engineering Institute someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh GI BillGI Bill  
Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) In DemandIs In Demand International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council) mostMost CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Security Analyst (ECSA) In DemandIs In Demand International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council) otherOther CA EligibleCA Eligible      
Certified Wireless Security Professional (CWSP) In DemandIs In Demand Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible mediummedium GI BillGI Bill  
Cisco Certified Network Professional (CCNP) Security In DemandIs In Demand Cisco Systems, Inc. mostMost CA EligibleCA Eligible mediummedium GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
GIAC Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN) In DemandIs In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
Data Center Design Consultant (DCDC) Is Not In Demand BICSI otherOther CA EligibleCA Eligible      
CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) In DemandIs In Demand Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible lowlow GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
GIAC Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED) In DemandIs In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh GI BillGI Bill AccreditationAccreditation
GIAC Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM) Is Not In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh GI BillGI Bill  
GIAC Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE) In DemandIs In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh   AccreditationAccreditation
GIAC Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN) Is Not In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh    
GIAC Critical Controls Certification (GCCC) Is Not In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh    
GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON) Is Not In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh    
GIAC Network Forensic Analyst (GNFA) Is Not In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) otherOther CA EligibleCA Eligible      
GIAC Python Coder (GPYC) Is Not In Demand Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh    
CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) Is Not In Demand Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) mostMost CA EligibleCA Eligible mediummedium   AccreditationAccreditation
CyberSec First Responder (CFR) Is Not In Demand CertNexus (formerly Logical Operations) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible mediummedium   AccreditationAccreditation
Information Technology Security (ITS) Is Not In Demand Electronics Technicians Association, International (ETA-I) otherOther CA EligibleCA Eligible     AccreditationAccreditation
Certified Network Defender (CND) Is Not In Demand International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council) mostMost CA EligibleCA Eligible highhigh   AccreditationAccreditation
CompTIA PenTest+ Is Not In Demand Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA) someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible mediummedium   AccreditationAccreditation
Cisco Certified DevNet Associate Is Not In Demand Cisco Systems, Inc. someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible      
Cisco Certified DevNet Professional Is Not In Demand Cisco Systems, Inc. someSome CA EligibleCA Eligible     AccreditationAccreditation

State Licensure

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Related Civilian Occupations

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Other Career Considerations

A wide range of civilian job opportunities is available within the private and public sectors that align with AOC 17A Cyber Warfare Officer military training and experience. More information about these opportunities and other considerations concerning occupations related to AOC 17A can be found below.

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:

The IntelligenceCareers.gov website provides a portal to information on intelligence and defense related career opportunities to explore.

There is a wide range of job opportunities available within the U.S. Intelligence Community for information technologists, scientists, engineers, and crypto-, signals and imagery analysts. Individuals leaving the military with training and experience in the intelligence area will find positions that closely align with their military training and experience.

Agencies in the U.S. Intelligence Community include:

In addition, there are other intelligence components within the U.S. Intelligence Community associated with the Departments of Energy and Treasury as well as all branches of the military services. Due to the nature of these positions, U.S. citizenship and background checks are required. Other prerequisites may include age, medical or psychological examinations, and drug testing.

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.

In addition to obtaining certifications in your field, advanced education is another way to enhance job performance.

Continuing Education

For those designated as part of the Cyberspace IT/Cybersecurity Workforce (Cyber IT/CSWF), continuing education may be required to maintain Cyber IT/CSWF certifications.  Resources for continuing education are provided below.

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In Demand

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Star

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CA Eligible

This certification is eligible for CA.

GI Bill®

Reimbursement for exam fees has been approved for payment through the GI Bill.

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Some

Credential is related to some tasks associated with the duties of the military occupation (at least one critical task but less than 80%)

Most

Credential is directly related to most of the major duties associated with the military occupation (at least 80%)

Other

Credential is related to this military occupation, but is more advanced or specialized and therefore will likely require additional education, training, or experience

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Renewal Period: 3 years

Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), Network+ ce is an intermediate skill level certification for IT technicians who can describe the features and functions of networking components and manage, maintain, troubleshoot, install, operate and configure basic network infrastructure. In addition, certification holders have a basic understanding of enterprise technologies, including cloud and virtualization technologies. Network+ ce is appropriate for computer network technicians, engineers, analysts and administrators. Although not a prerequisite, it is recommended that CompTIA Network+ ce candidates have at least nine months of experience in network support or administration or academic training, along with a CompTIA A+ ce certification.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

The International Information Systems Security Certification Consortium, Inc. (ISC 2), Certified Information Systems Security Professional (CISSP) is an advanced skill level certification for experienced security practitioners, managers and executives interested in proving their knowledge across a wide array of security practices and principles. Candidates must have a minimum of five years cumulative paid work experience in two or more of the eight domains of the CISSP CBK. Earning a four-year college degree or regional equivalent or an additional credential from the (ISC)² approved list will satisfy one year of the required experience. Education credit will only satisfy one year of experience.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP), Certified Wireless Network Administrator (CWNA) is a base certification for Enterprise Wi-Fi within the CWNP family of certifications. Candidates must have an understanding of the fundamentals of RF behavior and the ability to describe the features and functions of WLAN components as they apply to WLAN administration. CWNA candidates must have the skills needed to install, configure, and troubleshoot WLAN hardware peripherals and protocols in small business and enterprise deployments. Candidates must pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Certified Wireless Network Professional (CWNP), Certified Wireless Network Expert (CWNE) is an expert level Wi-Fi certification for the most elite Wi-Fi professionals. The CWNE certification validates that candidates have mastered all relevant skills to administer, install, configure, troubleshoot, and design wireless network systems. Candidates must have knowledge in areas including, protocol analysis, intrusion detection and prevention, performance and QoS analysis, spectrum analysis and management, and advanced design. Candidates must meet experience and other requirements. Candidates must pass four Certified Wireless Network Professional certification exams (CWNA, CWSP, CWAP and CWDP).
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Renewal Period: 4 years

The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Certified Incident Handler (GCIH) is an intermediate skill level credential for professionals responsible for handling and responding to incidents. The GCIH certifies the ability to detect, respond to, and resolve computer security incidents using a wide range of essential security skills. GCIHs know how to manage security incidents by understanding common attack techniques, vectors and tools, as well as defend against and respond to such attacks when they occur. There are no prerequisites for this certification. Candidates must pass a written exam.

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Renewal Period: 4 years

The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Certified Intrusion Analyst (GCIA) is an advanced skill level credential that demonstrates a professional’s knowledge, skills, and abilities to configure and monitor intrusion detection systems, and to read, interpret, and analyze network traffic and related log files. There are no prerequisites for the GCIA certification. Candidates must pass a written exam.

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Renewal Period: 4 years

The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), GIAC Security Expert (GSE) is an advanced skill level certification for top security consultants and practitioners that is targeted to those pursuing an in-depth technical education in all areas of information security. Candidates must successfully complete three GIAC certifications with at least one Gold designation prior to earning the GSE. There are multiple combinations of prerequisite GIAC certification that will meet the eligibility requirements. In addition, candidates must have real world, hands on experience in relevant subject areas. Candidates must pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 4 years

The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Security Essentials (GSEC) is an intermediate level certification that verifies a practitioner's knowledge of information security beyond basic terminology and concepts. GSECs are qualified to perform security-related hands-on IT systems roles. There are no prerequisites for the GSEC certification. Candidates must pass a written exam.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

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Renewal Period: 3 years

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Renewal Period: 3 years

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council), Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH) program certifies professionals who are responsible for securing (or testing the security of) computer networks from a vendor-neutral perspective. A Certified Ethical Hacker understands how to look for the weaknesses and vulnerabilities in networks and/or computer systems, and, lawfully and at the request of an organization, uses the same tools as a malicious hacker. The CEH is appropriate for security officers, auditors, security professionals, site administrators, and others who may be concerned about the integrity of their organizations network infrastructure. Candidates must pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

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Renewal Period: 3 years

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Renewal Period: 4 years

The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Certified Penetration Tester (GPEN) is an advanced level certification that demonstrates a professional’s ability to use best practice techniques and methodologies to conduct a penetration test. GPEN's are responsible for assessing target networks and systems to find security vulnerabilities and have the knowledge and skills to conduct exploits and engage in detailed reconnaissance and to employ a process-oriented approach to penetration testing projects. Candidates must pass a written exam.

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Renewal Period: 3 years

The Computing Technology Industry Association (CompTIA), CompTIA Advanced Security Practitioner (CASP+) certification is for professionals with advanced-level cybersecurity skills and knowledge. CASP+ practitioners demonstrate skills in risk management, enterprise security architecture, research, development and collaboration, technical integration of enterprise security and enterprise security operations. Candidates must pass an exam that includes written and performance-based questions.
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Renewal Period: 4 years

The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Certified Enterprise Defender (GCED) is an advanced level certification that builds on the security skills measured by the GIAC Certified Security Essentials certification (GSEC). It demonstrates high level technical skills necessary to defend the enterprise environment and protect an organization overall. Knowledge, skills and abilities assessed are taken from the areas of defensive network infrastructure, packet analysis, penetration testing, incident handling, and malware removal. There are no prerequisites for this certification and no education or experience requirements that must be met. Candidates must pass a written exam.

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Renewal Period: 4 years

Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Reverse Engineering Malware (GREM) is an advanced level certification designed for candidates who possess the knowledge and skills to analyze and reverse-engineer malicious software that targets common platforms, as well as how to examine inner-workings of malware in the context of forensic investigations, incident response, and Windows system administration. GREM is targeted toward System and Network Administrators, Auditors, Security Consultants, and Security Managers responsible for protecting an organization from malicious code. GREM does not require any prerequisites or specific training. GREM candidates are required to pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 4 years

The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Certified Forensic Examiner (GCFE) is an intermediate level certification for professionals who need or want to understand computer forensic for work in the information security, legal and law enforcement industries. The GCFE focuses on core skills required to collect and analyze data from Windows computer systems. It demonstrates that candidates have the skills necessary to conduct typical incident investigations, including e-Discovery, forensic analysis and reporting, evidence acquisition, browser forensics and tracing user and application activities on Windows systems. There are no formal education or experience requirements associated with the GCFE certification. Candidates must pass a written exam.

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Renewal Period: 4 years

Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Exploit Researcher and Advanced Penetration Tester (GXPN) is an advanced level certification for security personnel whose job duties involve assessing target networks, systems, and applications to find vulnerabilities. GXPN recognizes candidates who have the knowledge, skills, and ability to conduct advanced penetration tests, to model the abilities of an advanced attacker to find significant security flaws in systems, and to demonstrate the business risk associated with these flaws. GXPN does not require any prerequisites or specific training. GXPN candidates are required to pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 4 years

Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), Critical Controls Certification (GCCC) is an advanced level certification that recognizes a candidate's knowledge and skills for implementing and executing the Critical Security Controls, an approach to security recommended by the Council on Cybersecurity, and for performing audits based on the standard. GCCC candidates must have a solid understanding of the philosophies and driving forces behind the creation of the Controls, the scope of the Controls, and how the Controls can be used to prioritize information security controls based on community risk assessment efforts. Candidates must also have an understanding of how the Controls relate to other information assurance standards and can be used to meet the goals of those standards. GCCC is designed for security professionals, auditors, Chief Information Officers (CIOs), and risk officers who want to demonstrate their ability to assess and implement the Top Critical Security Controls. GCCC does not require any prerequisites or specific training. GCCC candidates are required to pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 4 years

Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), GIAC Continuous Monitoring Certification (GMON) is an advanced level certification for security architects, engineers, analysts, and managers who assess and implement defensible security architecture and continuous security monitoring. GMON candidates must be able to securely architect a network that is resistant to breaches and lends itself to monitoring and monitor, analyze, and detect threats and anomalies on the network. GMON does not require any prerequisites or specific training. GMON candidates are required to pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 4 years

The Global Information Assurance Certification (GIAC), GIAC Python Coder (GPYC), certification validates a practitioner's understanding of core programming concepts, and the ability to write and analyze working code using the Python programming language. GPYC practitioners have demonstrated knowledge of common python libraries, creating custom tools, collecting information about a system or network, interacting with websites and databases, and automating testing. GPYC is ideal for Information security professionals; Python developers; Forensic analysts; Network detectors; and Penetration testers. There are no prerequisites to be eligible for the exam. Candidates must pass a written exam.
Click here to go to CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) COOL Snapshot page.

Renewal Period: 3 years

The CompTIA, Cybersecurity Analyst (CySA+) uses continuous security monitoring to apply behavioral analytics to devices and networks to prevent, detect and combat cybersecurity threats. CySA+ certification validates that the professional has the knowledge and skills required to  leverage threat detection techniques and intelligence, find and address vulnerabilities, analyze and interpret data, recommend preventative actions, and successfully respond to and recover from incidents. While there is no required prerequisite, CySA+ is intended to follow CompTIA Security+ or equivalent experience and has a technical, hands-on focus. Candidates must pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

CertNexus, CyberSec First Responder (CFR) is a mid-level certification for security professionals who are the first responders against cyber attacks. Candidates should be able to identify, respond to, protect against, and remediate malicious activities involving computing systems. Additionally, candidates should have the foundational knowledge to deal with a changing threat landscape and will be able to assess risk and vulnerabilities, acquire data, perform analysis, continuously communicate, determine scope, recommend remediation actions, and accurately report results. While there are no formal education or experience prerequisites, the certification is targeted to professionals with three to five years of experience working in a computing environment as part of a CERT/CSIRT/SOC who desire or are required to protect critical information systems before, during, and after an incident which may be a cybersecurity attack.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

The International Council of Electronic Commerce Consultants (EC-Council), Certified Network Defender (CND) certification program focuses on creating Network Administrators who are trained to protect against, detect, and respond to network threats. Network administrators are typically familiar with network components, traffic, performance and utilization, network topology, location of each system, security policy, etc. CNDs  demonstrate fundamental understanding of the true construct of data transfer, network technologies, software technologies, network operations, what software is automating and how to analyze the subject material. Candidates must meet training or experience requirements. Candidates must pass a written exam.
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Renewal Period: 3 years

The CompTIA PenTest+ certification verifies that successful candidates have the knowledge and skills required to plan and scope an assessment, understand legal and compliance requirements, perform vulnerability scanning and penetration testing, analyze data, and effectively report and communicate results. Candidates are recommended to have Network+, Security+ or equivalent knowledge and a minimum of 3-4 years of hands-on information security or related experience. While there is no required prerequisite, PenTest+ is intended to follow CompTIA Security+ or equivalent experience and has a technical, hands-on focus.
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High

Highly attainable: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement = HS or less and/or minimum experience = 2 years or less experience and no additional requirements.

Medium

Moderate ease of attainment: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement = Associate's and/or prerequisite and/or minimum experience = more than 2 years and less than 10 years of experience.

Low

May be difficult to attain: Credential is related to the duties performed within the military occupation, the minimum education requirement is a Bachelor's degree, and/or minimum experience is 10 or more years.

Most – Tasks in these careers match most duties of the military job or specialty (approximately 80% or greater)
Some – Tasks in these careers match some duties of the military job or specialty (greater than 20% but less than 80%)
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