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General Description Cryptologic Technicians (Interpretive) are the Navy's language and culture experts. CTIs attend language training at the Defense Language Institute (DLI), in Monterey, California and cryptologic training at Goodfellow Air Force Base in San Angelo, Texas. They specialize in the analysis of foreign language materials and the preparation of statistical studies and technical reports. Language training is open to men and women in Arabic, Chinese, Korean, Persian-Farsi, Russian, and Spanish. Language assignment is determined by the Enlisted Community Manager, based on Navy requirements with input from the Sailor. What They Do
operate sophisticated, state-of-the-art radio receivers, recording devices, computer terminals and associated peripherals in the communications signals environment
operate sophisticated, computer-assisted information systems
work with classified material
translate, interpret and transcribe foreign language material
analyze and report technical information of strategic and tactical importance to fleet commanders and national intelligence agencies
perform temporary duty aboard a variety of naval surface and subsurface vessels and aircraft
Working Environment On shore duty, CTIs normally work in clean, comfortable office-type or small technical laboratory-type environments. Sea duty is performed on a variety of air, surface and subsurface platforms and with naval special warfare teams. At times they are closely supervised but often work independently or in small, coordinated teams. Their work is of high interest to command and national-level decision makers. The work is mostly mental, involving foreign language materials. Rating Entry Requirements
***Language and DLAB tests are widely available.*** A list of testing sites can be located under the
Contact Information CTI TECHAD: (901) 874-2653