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Communication managers plan, build, secure, operate, and defend communications networks. They oversee the development and maintenance of policies and plans that are essential to operational success. They may supervise the encryption and decryption process and appropriate routing of sensitive communications.
Communications managers usually work in communications centers on land or aboard ships.
Jobs in this career field may be available in other service branches. Call or email a particular branch for more info.
Communications Managers in the Military
18,694
$71,266
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People in this career achieve this level of education.
Officers typically enter the Military after they have completed a four-year college degree; enlisted service members can transition to officer positions through a variety of pathways and earn a degree while serving. Like other officers, communications managers complete a comprehensive training program covering responsibilities, military structure and etiquette, traditions, and leadership development. Additional training consists of classroom and field training. Job-specific training content may include: Communications theory and securityCommunications-electronics management and maintenanceSatellite and signals communicationsElectronic principles, technologies, and systemsTactical combat communications systemsComputer systems
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