17D

Cyber Network Defender

The shield of the digital domain. Network Defenders maintain and protect the Army's critical digital infrastructure from cyber threats.

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Overview

What You'll Do

The shield of the digital domain. Network Defenders maintain and protect the Army's critical digital infrastructure from cyber threats.

Training Pipeline

Basic Combat Training (BCT)
Foundations
Duration10 Weeks
LocationFort Jackson, SC
FocusWarrior Tasks
CertsSoldier Qualification

Initial entry training focusing on core military skills. You will undergo the Red, White, and Blue phases, culminating in the Forge FTX.

Key Milestones
  • Rifle Marksmanship Qual
  • Land Navigation basics
  • CBRN Defense
  • Hand-to-Hand Combat
Advanced Individual Training: Technical
Specialization
Duration40 Weeks
LocationFort Eisenhower, GA
CertsCompTIA Security+

Cyber Common Technical Core. Foundational computer science, networking, and programming for cyber operations.

Technical Training
  • Networking Foundations
  • Python/Bash Scripting
  • Security+ Qual
Tactical Validation (FTX)
Validation
FocusApplied Skills
CertsCertified Ethical Hacker

Specialized offensive and defensive tracks. Realistic mission scenarios on the Army Cyber Range.

Performance Requirements
  • Mission Command drills
  • Collective unit operations
  • 17D System Validation
MOS Qualification & Unit Integration
Operational
QuotaLow (High Demand)
StatusFully Qualified

Upon graduation, you are awarded the 17D MOS. You will report to your first operational unit (FORSCOM) and begin your career as a Cyber Network Defender.

Key Responsibilities

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