784X Cyber Warrant Officer CWO

The Cyber Warrant Officer (CWO) program was established in 2010. The program identifies, develops, and commissions technically proficient sailors.

To be eligible for appointment as a cyber WO1 or CWO2, applicants must meet the following criteria: Be in the Cryptologic Technician Networks (CTN) rating Possess at least one of the following Interactive On-Net (ION) Operator Naval enlisted classifications (NEC): H13A, H14A, H15A, or H16A Be at least a petty officer second class (E-5) Have between six and 12 years in service

Warrant Officers outrank all enlisted members, but are not required to have a college degree.

The Cyber Warrant Officer designator was established in 2010. The program identifies, develops, and commissions technically proficient Sailors.