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CWT Community Overview CWT Conversion Checklist
CWT Enlisted Career Path
CWT Conversion Grade Sheet
Job Description
Cyber Warfare Technician (CWT). CWTs employ tactical and strategic capabilities to plan, develop, and execute offensive and defensive Cyberspace Operations; perform Threat Analysis, Digital Forensics, Network Exploitation, Research and Development, and Mission Planning; leverage tactical and strategic signals intelligence and cryptologic functions; produce and execute cyberspace effects; identify and report worldwide threats in support of Special Operations Forces (SOF), national, Fleet, and joint requirements; and control and safeguard access to classified material and information systems.
Assignments & Duties
CWTs are deployed across a wide range of operational environments—from the Cyber Mission Force (CMF) and Intelligence Community (IC) to Special Operation Forces (SOF), and Navy assignments—serving in various roles ashore and at sea, either independently or as part of a larger team.
Special Pays & Incentives
Personnel in the CWT community are eligible for varying special pays and incentives based on the individuals work role, proficiency level, and billet assigned. More information can be found below at the following links.
NECs and Career Administration
CWT Proficiency NECs are live. Submit 1221/6 (NEC Change Request) to the NEC Helpdesk via MNCC's e-mail distribution (askmncc@navy.mil) When submitting, itemize the below in section 11 (amplifying remarks):
Points of Contact
CWT TECHAD - 901-874-2967 IW SELRES TECHAD - 901-874-3817 CWT Senior Detailer - 901-874-3882 CWT Junior Detailer - 901-874-4617
Eligibility Information
Career Development
Education & Professional Development