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CTA · NAVY · Enlisted

Cryptologic Technician
(Administration).

Navy CTA (Cryptologic Technician (Administration)). 480 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $35K–$90K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours480DoD pipeline

ACE creditACEUp to 3 semester hours in Office Administration

Tech roles4mapped to your code

Civilian pathways5validated

Cert coverage2/6direct + partial

/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 4

Industry tech roles your CTA background maps to — picked from BLS-anchored occupations using your training, cognitive skills, and systems experience.

Sort · Match descending

/ 02 · Skill Bridge

The gap, named.

What CTA training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have06

01
Security Procedures (Personnel and Physical)→ Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) systems
02
Records Management→ Data governance and compliance
03
Information Systems Security→ Endpoint detection and response (EDR)
04
Defense Courier Service Procedures→ Secure logistics and data transportation
05
Situational Awareness→ Threat intelligence analysis
06
Procedural Compliance→ Compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001)

To learn08

The concrete gap to bridge — specific to the roles above, not a generic checklist.

+Cybersecurity fundamentals+Compliance frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001)+SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, QRadar)+Network security principles+Help desk ticketing systems (e.g., Jira Service Management, Zendesk)+Operating system troubleshooting (Windows, Linux, macOS)+Markdown and reStructuredText+API documentation

How VWC fits

Vets Who Code is a free, full-time software engineering accelerator for veterans, active duty, and military spouses. We close the fundamentals — terminal, web platform, AI tooling, portfolio projects — so the rest of this list becomes specialization, not square one.

See VWC Programs →

/ 03 · Civilian Pathways

Where your code lands.

SOURCE · LIGHTCAST + CURATED PATHWAYS · 5

P.01

Administrative Assistant

$45K

High match

High demand

P.02

Office Manager

$60K

Good match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Project Management
— Supervisory Experience

P.03

Security Specialist

$70K

Good match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— Security Clearance (if expired, must be renewed)
— Specific security certifications (e.g., CISSP, Security+)

P.04

Information Security Analyst

$90K

Moderate match

Very high demand

Skills to develop

— Cybersecurity certifications (e.g., Security+, CISSP, CISM)
— Knowledge of security frameworks (e.g., NIST, ISO 27001)

P.05

Data Entry Clerk

$35K

Moderate match

Stable demand

/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your CTA training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

Procedural Compliance

Adhering to strict protocols for handling classified information and managing sensitive data, ensuring all actions align with security regulations and operational guidelines.

Transfers to

Meticulously following established procedures and regulations to ensure accuracy, security, and compliance in various operational environments.

S.02

Rapid Prioritization

Quickly assessing the urgency and importance of tasks in a dynamic administrative office, especially in environments involving sensitive materials and time-critical reporting.

Transfers to

Efficiently evaluating and ranking tasks based on their importance and urgency, enabling effective management of workload and timely completion of critical assignments.

S.03

Situational Awareness

Maintaining a comprehensive understanding of the operational environment, including potential security risks, procedural changes, and the status of ongoing tasks, to ensure effective administrative support within the Naval Security Group.

Transfers to

Possessing a broad awareness of surroundings and relevant information to anticipate potential issues, make informed decisions, and ensure smooth operations in complex environments.

S.04

Resource Optimization

Effectively managing administrative resources, including personnel, equipment, and sensitive information, to ensure efficient office operations and support the Naval Security Group and Intelligence communities.

Transfers to

Maximizing the use of available resources, such as personnel, equipment, and data, to achieve organizational goals and improve operational efficiency.

/ 05 · Non-Obvious Matches

Roles the recruiter won't suggest.

Adjacent civilian roles your training maps to that conventional military-to-civilian advice tends to miss.

Compliance Officer

SOC 13-1041

You've been entrusted with managing highly sensitive information and adhering to strict security protocols within the Naval Security Group. This experience translates directly into the role of a Compliance Officer, where you'll be responsible for ensuring that a company adheres to legal standards and internal policies. Your attention to detail and procedural compliance will be invaluable.

Adjacent · Match

Information Security Analyst

SOC 15-1212

Your experience handling classified materials and operating information systems within the Naval Security Group means you're already well-versed in protecting sensitive data. As an Information Security Analyst, you'll use your skills to safeguard computer systems and networks from cyber threats, leveraging your understanding of security protocols and information management.

Adjacent · Match

Logistics Coordinator

SOC 43-3071

You've mastered the art of managing resources and coordinating administrative functions within a high-stakes environment. A role as a Logistics Coordinator will allow you to leverage your organizational skills to oversee the efficient flow of goods, information, and resources, ensuring smooth operations and timely delivery, much like you did for the Naval Security Group.

Adjacent · Match

/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED

Academy