Navy Cyber Warrant Officer CWO (784X)

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.