What is a Cryptologic Technician Interpretive in the Navy?

A Navy Cryptologic Technician Interpretive (CTI) is the Navy’s position for linguists, trained in a second or third language in order to interpret intelligence information.

How much does a cryptologic technician make in the Navy?

Navy personnel are paid based on their rank and time in service. However, CTIs receive a Proficiency Bonus for each language they qualified for, up to $1,000 a month. They also receive generous reenlistment bonuses.

How long is Navy CTI A school?

Like all language training for the Armed Forces, Cryptologic Technician Interpretives attend the Defense Language Institute in Monterey, California. The length of training depends on the complexity of the language, from 9 to 18 months long.

How do I study for the DLAB?

The Defense Language Aptitude Battery tests your aptitude to learn a new language and recognize patterns in speech and writing. However, if you have an aptitude for English or another language, it will probably translate well.

What percentage of people pass the DLAB?

The DLAB measures aptitude and getting a low score will prevent you from qualifying for a military linguist job. Only potentially qualifying personnel take the taste, but even with pre-screening, about 50 percent fail to qualify.