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Average Rating: -
Average Duration: 2.4 -
Designation: 5711 -
Number Employed: 717 -
Category: Chemical, Biological, Radiological and Nuclear Defense -
Average Age: 23
CBRN Defense Specialists primary responsibility is to ensure their unit is trained and ready to survive and operate in a CBRN environment. CBRN Defense Specialist assists, conduct, and supervise training in CBRN defense monitor, survey and reconnaissance, chemical detection and identification, biological agent collection and sampling, decontamination of personnel, equipment and casualties, and in individual protective measures and first aid for unit personnel.
| Age | 17-28 |
| Citizenship Required | Citizen or Green Card |
| Minimum Duration | 4 years |
| High School Diploma | Preferred |
| GED Accepted | Yes (limited) |
| Minimum ASVAB (AFQT) | ~31 |
| Waivers Available | Moderate |
| Drug History Waivers | Possible |
| Tattoo Policy | Strict |
| Face/Neck Tattoos | No |
| Hand Tattoos | Limited |
| Height Requirement | ~58–78 in |
| Weight Standards | Yes |
| Medical Exam (MEPS) | Required |
| Vision Standards | Moderate |
| Security Clearance Jobs | Some |
| Physical Fitness Test | PFT/CFT |
| Basic Training Length | ~13 weeks |
| Basic Training Difficulty | Very High |
| Deployment Frequency | High |
| Combat Job Availability | High |
| Technical Jobs | Medium |
| Overseas Bases | Many |
| Signing Bonuses | Moderate |
| Women in Combat Roles | Yes |
| Job Selection Process | Often assigned |
| Promotion Speed | Fast |
| Branch Culture | Warrior Culture |
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