RAAUZYUW RUOIAAA0001 1981400-UUUU--RHMCSUU ZNR UUUUU R 192017Z SEP 14 ZYB FM CNO WASHINGTON DC TO NAVADMIN INFO USCYBERCOM FT GEORGE G MEADE MD COMFLTCYBERCOM FT GEORGE G MEADE MD DIRNSA FT GEORGE G MEADE MD BT UNCLAS NAVADMIN 215/14 MSGID/GENADMIN/CNO WASHINGTON DC/DNS/SEP// SUBJ/CALL FOR APPLICANTS FOR THE COMPUTER NETWORK OPERATIONS DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM (CNODP) CLASS OF 2018// REF/A/DOC/NSA/JUL/NOTAL// AMPN/REF A IS NATIONAL SECURITY AGENCY(NSA) CALL FOR CNODP APPLICANTS FOR THE CLASS OF 2018.// POC/BARBARA MATERNA/FCC-C10F/TEL: 443-634-4755, EMAIL:BARBARA.MATERNA (AT)NAVY.MIL// RMKS/1. This is a call for the Computer Network Operations Development Program (CNODP) class of 2018. The CNODP is comprised of both the system and network interdisciplinary program (SNIP) and the Global Network Exploitation and Vulnerability Analyst (GNEVA) Development Program (GDP). This is an opportunity for a select group of highly technically inclined individuals to further develop their skills in the areas of secure system design, vulnerability analysis, computer Network Defense (CND), and Computer Network Exploitation (CNE). The goal of the program is to develop a cadre of technical leaders who will improve the DoDs and the service's capabilities. The SNIP and GDP executives expect the next class to start in July 2015. The program is a technically demanding three-year tour with follow-on assignment individually tailored to each applicant to best capitalize on his/her expertise. The report no later than date will be 14 April 2015 to allow sufficient time for in-processing, orientation, and security clearance verification. 2. This message serves as the request for CNODP candidates with the following desired qualifications: a. Bachelor's degree plus advanced courses or equivalent experience in the areas of computer engineering, computer science, electronic and electrical engineering, or applied mathematics. b. Exceptional academic performance and professional accomplishments are required; as well as a demonstrated interest in and ability to perform technical hands-on oriented work. c. Well-developed oral and written communications skills. d. Working knowledge in one or more telecommunications or computer network disciplines (computer hardware, software, or networks). e. Desired military grade is O-1 to O-3; however, well-qualified enlisted Sailors, and warrant officers will be given equal consideration. For service cryptologic element (SCE) civilians, the desired grade is GG or GS-7 to GG or GS-12. Previous assignments should include experience in telecommunications operations, computer network operations, SIGINT collection operations, INFOSEC/information assurance, or R&D. f. Demonstrated programming skills in C or C++. g. Selected applicants must possess a TS/SCI security clearance and current counter-intelligence polygraph when they report for class on 6 July 2015. 3. This program is intended for, but is not limited to, cryptologic, intelligence, communications and computer science, scientific, engineering, acquisition, and operations fields. There may be an active duty service obligation upon graduation. 4. Due to small class sizes and to allow for participants from other DoD agencies, Navy may nominate a maximum of 15 applicants. 5. Selection will be based on a thorough review of each application package and an interview with the NSA selection board. The application package should consist of the following: a. Applicant's military service record (assignment management system consolidated surf or VMPF data verification brief) and school transcripts. b. Letter of recommendation from the applicant's Commanding Officer. c. Letter of recommendation from the applicant's supervisor attesting to his/her technical skills and abilities. d. An optional letter of recommendation at the applicant's discretion. e. A letter from the applicant (two pages or less) answering the following: (1) Why do you think that CNODP is the right choice for you? What goals do you wish to accomplish in CNODP? (2) What experience with programming languages do you have? List each programming language and your familiarity with it, how long you coded in it, and the year you last coded in it. Only include languages for which you have actually written (or modified) code. Include any assembly, high-level and scripting languages. (3) Other than programming language expertise listed above, how does your experience and training relate to the core fields (hardware, software, and networks)? (4) Describe a teaming experience that you have had where you were a member and a teaming experience where you were a leader. Describe your role on the team and how you contributed. You may include experiences from work or from school. In your answer describe what aspects you liked and disliked. If you have had any teaming experiences that did not go perfectly, please describe what problems were encountered and what measures were taken (e.g., a team member not understanding their part or not pulling their weight, conflict on the team, etc.) Describe what role you had in any measures that may have been taken. (5) Give one example of a project where you worked by yourself; briefly describe what you accomplished and how you approached the problem (use an example that you feel shows your ability to adapt and problem solve). 6. Applications should be sent to FLTCYBERCOM, Mrs. Barbara Materna, at barbara.materna(at)navy.mil for review and prioritization NLT 1 December 2014. FLTCYBERCOM will forward a prioritized list of candidates and applications to the NSA selection board NLT 1 January 2015. 7. Each nominating organization will be expected to pay for the TDY costs of the applicant to attend follow-on interviews with NSA, which will occur in the February 2015 time frame. Video teleconferencing will be used wherever possible. 8. Commands are strongly urged to consider nominating their best qualified personnel for these worthwhile programs. This is an outstanding opportunity to give future technical computer network operations leaders the skills to help lead Navy in this vital area. 9. Released by Vice Admiral S.H. Swift, Director, Navy Staff.// BT #0001 NNNN UNCLASSIFIED//