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5C0X1: Cyber Operations to $100K+
Where a Space Force Cyber Operations fits in the civilian job market, what it pays, and how to get there.
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What the job is, in plain English
Defends and operates Space Force networks, systems and radio-frequency links, including defensive cyber operations.
Skills that transfer
- Defensive cyber operations
- Network and systems operations
- RF and satellite communications
- Incident response
- TS/SCI operations
Matching civilian roles and pay
5 of 5 matched roles reach $100K+ for top earners nationally; the highest median here is Computer and Information Systems Managers at $175,140. Matches come from O*NET's crosswalk for 5C0X1 (Cyber Operations).
| Civilian role | Median pay | 90th percentile | $100K+ potential |
|---|---|---|---|
| Information Security Analysts | $129,180 | $199,850 | Median already clears $100K |
| Network and Computer Systems Administrators Related path (see note) | $99,130 | $155,050 | Yes: top 10% earn $155,050+ |
| Computer Network Architects Related path (see note) | $134,050 | $202,680 | Median already clears $100K |
| Computer Systems Analysts Related path (see note) | $105,850 | $167,710 | Median already clears $100K |
| Computer and Information Systems Managers Related path (see note) | $175,140 | $297,510 | Median already clears $100K |
O*NET's crosswalk maps 5C0X1 directly to Information Security Analysts. The other roles listed are the matches O*NET gives for the closely related Air Force cyber specialties (1D7X1 and 1B4X1), shown here as related paths.
Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics (OEWS), May 2025 national estimates, national annual wages (BLS OEWS). Your pay will vary with location, experience, clearance, education and employer. Some O*NET roles share a broader BLS pay group, which is noted under the role name.
Certifications worth a look
- CompTIA Security+
- CompTIA CySA+
- GIAC certifications
- CISSP (later career)
Commonly pursued by people in this field; not an official list. Check what your branch will fund, and see the full list for your code, on DoD COOL (Space Force COOL: 5C0X1).
The clearance angle
Space Force cyber roles commonly require TS/SCI, which is valuable for space and defense contractors. See what a security clearance is worth in 2026.
Next steps
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