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Information Professional
Officer.

Navy 1825 (Information Professional Officer). 320 hours of formal training translate to 5 validated civilian career pathways with salary bands of $120K–$155K. Sourced from DoD training data and Lightcast labor signals.

Training hours320DoD pipeline

ACE creditACEUp to 6 semester hours in Information Technology and Cybersecurity

Tech roles4mapped to your code

Civilian pathways5validated

Cert coverage3/6direct + partial

/ 01 · Tech Roles

Roles your code maps to.

SOURCE · BLS + LIGHTCAST ROLES · 4

Industry tech roles your 1825 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 1825 training already gave you, and the specific gaps to close — not a generic checklist.

Already have18

01
Naval Communications→ Understanding communication protocols and systems
02
Cybersecurity Fundamentals→ Knowledge of security principles and practices
03
Network Architecture and Protocols→ Understanding of network infrastructure and design
04
Information Operations→ Skills in information management and security
05
Electromagnetic Spectrum Management→ Understanding of wireless communication technologies
06
Space Systems Overview→ Knowledge of satellite communication systems
07
Command and Control Systems→ Experience with complex system management
08
System Modeling→ Ability to understand and simulate complex systems
09
Resource Optimization→ Ability to allocate and manage resources effectively
10
Situational Awareness→ Skills in identifying risks and opportunities
11
Adversarial Thinking→ Ability to identify and mitigate risks
12
Navy Information Technology Network (NITN)→ Experience with enterprise network infrastructure
13
Global Command and Control System - Maritime (GCCS-M)→ Familiarity with Geospatial Intelligence Systems (GIS)
14
Automated Digital Network System (ADNS)→ Knowledge of Software Defined Wide Area Networking (SD-WAN)
15
Naval Tactical Command Support System (NTCSS)→ Experience with ERP systems for logistics and supply chain management
16
Integrated Shipboard Network System (ISNS)→ Experience with integrated industrial control systems (ICS)
17
Defense Information Systems Network (DISN)→ Experience with global telecommunications networks
18
Commercial Broadband Satellite Program (CBSP)→ Experience with commercial satellite communication services

To learn08

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

+Cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)+Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Ansible)+Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)+CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab CI)+SIEM tools (Splunk, QRadar)+Vulnerability management (Nessus, OpenVAS)+Network monitoring tools (Wireshark, SolarWinds)+Routing and switching protocols (BGP, OSPF)

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

Information Security Manager

$155K

High match

Very high demand

Skills to develop

— CISSP Certification

P.02

Network Architect

$130K

High match

High demand

Skills to develop

— Cisco Certified Internetwork Expert (CCIE) certification

P.03

IT Project Manager

$120K

Good match

Growing demand

Skills to develop

— Project Management Professional (PMP) certification

P.04

Space Systems Engineer

$140K

Good match

Stable demand

Skills to develop

— Specific software proficiency (e.g., STK, MATLAB)

P.05

Cybersecurity Consultant

$135K

Good match

Very high demand

Skills to develop

— OSCP or CEH Certification

/ 04 · Hidden Strengths

What the code built.

Cognitive skills your 1825 training built — and where they transfer in civilian work.

S.01

System Modeling

As a Special Duty Officer, you model complex information, command, control, and space systems to understand their behavior, predict potential issues, and optimize their performance.

Transfers to

This translates to an ability to understand and simulate complex systems in various industries, enabling you to forecast outcomes and improve efficiency.

S.02

Resource Optimization

You manage resources across various systems and platforms to ensure optimal performance, minimize waste, and maximize effectiveness.

Transfers to

This expertise allows you to strategically allocate and manage resources in civilian organizations, enhancing productivity and reducing costs.

S.03

Situational Awareness

You maintain a high degree of situational awareness, monitoring the operational environment to identify potential threats, vulnerabilities, and opportunities.

Transfers to

This skill is crucial for identifying risks and opportunities in a dynamic civilian environment, enabling proactive decision-making and strategic planning.

S.04

Adversarial Thinking

Your role involves anticipating potential threats and vulnerabilities in information, command, and control systems, requiring you to think like an adversary to develop robust defenses.

Transfers to

This translates into a valuable skill for identifying and mitigating risks in any organization, enhancing cybersecurity and protecting valuable assets.

/ 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.

Business Continuity Planner

SOC 13-1199.00

You've been responsible for maintaining and securing critical systems, and now you can apply that knowledge to ensure a company's operations continue smoothly during disruptions. Your understanding of complex systems and resource allocation will be invaluable.

Adjacent · Match

Management Consultant

SOC 13-1111.00

You've honed your ability to analyze systems, identify vulnerabilities, and optimize performance, all skills highly valued in consulting. Your background in information and control systems will allow you to offer unique insights to businesses facing complex challenges.

Adjacent · Match

Financial Risk Analyst

SOC 13-2051.00

You've developed strong analytical and risk assessment skills through your work with complex systems. These skills translate directly to the financial sector, where identifying and mitigating risks is paramount. You can leverage your experience to help companies make sound financial decisions.

Adjacent · Match

/ 06 · Training & Certs

What you trained on.

SOURCE · DOD + ACE\nVALIDATED

Academy