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CTN = CRYPTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN NETWORKS
12-07-2017, 03:53 PM
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Another "Crossrating to CTN" thread
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69,622
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Barbazu
I depped in as a CTN, but was dropped for...
I depped in as a CTN, but was dropped for academic reasons. I can give you a little insight. Fleet returnees have it a little easier than everyone else at Corry. I don’t remember seeing any fleet...
Forum:
Back From Bootcamp
11-23-2017, 09:27 PM
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Just graduated :)
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Barbazu
Congratulations!
Congratulations!
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IT = INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (IT, ITS)
11-15-2017, 08:12 PM
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RC to AC program in A school
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100,794
Posted By
Barbazu
If I’m remembering correctly from my time at...
If I’m remembering correctly from my time at Corry it seems that 6y sailors - reserve and active - got a C school. I’m certain that was the case for CT rates with the exception of CTNs. When you...
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IT = INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (IT, ITS)
11-15-2017, 08:43 AM
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RC to AC program in A school
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Barbazu
Your contract will no doubt have you going to...
Your contract will no doubt have you going to Corry Station for IT A school. But the RC to AC will not be in your contract. They are calling it a “program” but it’s hardly that. It’s more...
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IT = INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (IT, ITS)
11-14-2017, 03:34 PM
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RC to AC program in A school
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100,794
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Barbazu
One thing to consider is that just because you...
One thing to consider is that just because you may not be able to switch over to AC doesn’t mean you’re out of luck. There are tons of mobilization options in the reserve. You could finish up A...
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IT = INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (IT, ITS)
11-14-2017, 03:26 PM
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RC to AC program in A school
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100,794
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Barbazu
There are always exceptions to everything in the...
There are always exceptions to everything in the Navy, but just did a quick check on RC to AC and they’re only taking ITS as far as IT rating goes. And those have to be in later year groups like...
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IS = INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST
09-26-2017, 08:58 PM
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How advanced is IS?
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Barbazu
Awesome! Congratulations. It’s a great rate....
Awesome! Congratulations. It’s a great rate. I’ve been trying to cross over to it for a year now. Hopefully this time next year I’ll be able to!
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IS = INTELLIGENCE SPECIALIST
09-22-2017, 08:11 AM
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How advanced is IS?
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Posted By
Barbazu
From personal experience I would recommend you...
From personal experience I would recommend you not get your hopes up on IS. I was told I'd be rerated to IS or IT or CTR (I was a CTN drop) and I got PS, EO, and EM as options. I chose PS. I know...
Forum:
Bootcamp
09-15-2017, 07:30 PM
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NWU Type 3's?
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Barbazu
If I remember correctly it takes a couple weeks...
If I remember correctly it takes a couple weeks before you get fitted for your nwu. So by the time you get there to be fitted you'll probably have the type iii.
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CTI = CRYPTOLOGIC TECHNICIAN INTERPRETIVE
07-28-2017, 08:01 PM
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3
Worst Case Scenario
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Barbazu
You'll be assigned another rate. It's impossible...
You'll be assigned another rate. It's impossible to tell you what the rate will be because it's based on what's available at the time. I was dropped from CTN and was given three options that I had to...
Forum:
Back From Bootcamp
07-25-2017, 05:55 PM
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3
For the females out there...
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51,965
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Barbazu
If I remember correctly you'll be issued a...
If I remember correctly you'll be issued a supply. After a week or two you'll be able to go to the NEX and buy the brand/style you prefer. I don't think they let you bring your own.
EDIT: I'm a...
Forum:
Bootcamp
07-23-2017, 03:20 PM
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Graduated Bootcamp July 14, 2017? AMA
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Barbazu
Congratulations, man! Stay focused in "A" school....
Congratulations, man! Stay focused in "A" school. A ton of people get caught up in the sudden freedom and blow it.
EDIT: Especially at Corry Station!
Forum:
Bootcamp
07-20-2017, 10:51 AM
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Graduated Bootcamp July 14, 2017? AMA
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82,262
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Barbazu
What ship were you on and who were your RDCs?
What ship were you on and who were your RDCs?
Forum:
Bootcamp
07-20-2017, 10:50 AM
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Working out in boot camp
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Barbazu
Technically speaking, you're not supposed to do...
Technically speaking, you're not supposed to do any individual pt. But many people will do it anyway after taps. Just don't get caught. You'll get beat occasionally by your RDCs. And you will go run...
Forum:
Back From Bootcamp
07-06-2017, 09:19 AM
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11
Just out
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66,692
Posted By
Barbazu
First, I'm in the reserve so after A school I...
First, I'm in the reserve so after A school I just went home. There's no PCS for me. My family stayed at home while I was in A school. My wife has a good job so it didn't make sense to risk her job...
Forum:
Bootcamp
06-25-2017, 11:35 AM
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question about dreamsheets
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Posted By
Barbazu
We met with "classifiers" in boot camp, but their...
We met with "classifiers" in boot camp, but their jobs were primarily to make sure we were getting sent to the correct A school. He will most likely get his official orders to the fleet while in A...
Forum:
Hospital Corpsmen G000, L500
06-25-2017, 11:24 AM
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2
Tips for talking with a recruiter.
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52,340
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Barbazu
You're not going to run into an officer most...
You're not going to run into an officer most likely. But since you're currently a civilian take this opportunity to act like a civilian. Because once you're in everything changes. Haha! Just wear...
Forum:
Cryptologic/Intelligence (Spooks)
06-11-2017, 09:24 PM
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15
Didn't Get CTN, Forced to take ET instead
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118,483
Posted By
Barbazu
Yeah, after I typed that post I went to look at...
Yeah, after I typed that post I went to look at the manning and saw that E4 wasn't open for convert-in, but was open for convert-out. That just means you need to get that chevron! Then convert over....
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Cryptologic/Intelligence (Spooks)
06-11-2017, 02:29 PM
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15
Didn't Get CTN, Forced to take ET instead
Views:
118,483
Posted By
Barbazu
Although ETs don't really delve into the IT world...
Although ETs don't really delve into the IT world if you're at a NOSC there's a possibility of catching IT as a collateral duty. My NOSC has an LS running the network. He has several other...
Forum:
Back From Bootcamp
05-15-2017, 07:16 PM
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11
Just out
Views:
66,692
Posted By
Barbazu
If he pops the drug test he'll get the boot no...
If he pops the drug test he'll get the boot no questions asked. The Navy doesn't play with drug tests. We had a dude fail the initial test and they sent him packing. If he takes immunization papers...
Forum:
Personnel Specialist B710, L510
05-10-2017, 07:21 AM
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3
Secret clearance required??
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108,229
Posted By
Barbazu
I'm a PS. PS doesn't require a clearance, but at...
I'm a PS. PS doesn't require a clearance, but at some point you'll need at least a secret. Yeoman, on the other hand, need at least a secret and will sometimes require a Top Secret. Having a minor...
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IT = INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (IT, ITS)
04-03-2017, 05:37 PM
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11
Top Secret Clearance Question
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76,569
Posted By
Barbazu
They started my investigation a week before I...
They started my investigation a week before I went to boot camp. I seriously doubt you'll have any trouble with your clearance (unless you have a bunch of friends in Iran or something). Getting the...
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IT = INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (IT, ITS)
04-03-2017, 03:31 PM
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11
Top Secret Clearance Question
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76,569
Posted By
Barbazu
Whether or not you'll need a waiver depends on...
Whether or not you'll need a waiver depends on how your recruiter works it. Technically, yes, you'll need a waiver to join. But some recruiters 'forget' to disclose it on your paperwork (it's more...
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IT = INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (IT, ITS)
04-03-2017, 03:28 PM
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11
Top Secret Clearance Question
Views:
76,569
Posted By
Barbazu
There's a waiver for literally everything in the...
There's a waiver for literally everything in the Navy. So I'd go ahead and be honest upfront. It will disqualify you from a few rates such as MA, but if your gunning for a spook rate it'll be fine....
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IT = INFORMATION SYSTEMS TECHNICIAN (IT, ITS)
04-03-2017, 08:48 AM
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11
Top Secret Clearance Question
Views:
76,569
Posted By
Barbazu
The investigator isn't as concerned about your...
The investigator isn't as concerned about your past usage of weed as they are about it being used as leverage to blackmail you. If you show them upfront that you are not going to hide it or try to...
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