APPLY NOW MENU SCROLL DOWN Cyberspace sets up, operates and maintains the technology the Royal Air Force relies on to communicate as well as combating the latest digital threats. VIEW CYBERSPACE ROLES CYBERSPACE The Cyberspace profession is responsible for the RAF’s communications and information systems that protect and defend the UK’s cyberspace. It is the backbone of the digital infrastructure and undertakes the planning, installation, maintenance and recovery of the communication equipment. By supporting the networks that are required to communicate and move information safely and securely, it provides the ability to complete the mission ENGINEERING OFFICER (CE) As an Officer in the Cyberspace profession, you will be responsible for leading your team and making technical decision when it matters most. This is a degree level role with world-class training. VIEW ROLE CYBERSPACE TECHNICIANS As a Cyberspace Technician you will be trained extensively on all of the RAF’s cutting-edge communications equipment. Apprenticeships available in Communications. VIEW ROLES MEET JAMIE Jamie has been an Engineer Officer (Communication Electronics) in the RAF for 5 years, accumulating a wealth of knowledge and experience. Get paid to train, travel the world and find friends for life. ABOUT LIFE IN THE RAF Working in Cyberspace is highly technical so we invest in world leading training and qualifications to develop ‘deep’ specialisms in our people. As part of Cyberspace you will keep the RAF at the cutting edge of technological advances. Your work will allow teams to communicate effectively with the confidence that information is being transferred safely and securely. You will work as part of a highly trained and technologically skilled team safeguarding our IT networks from intrusions, coordinating the RAF’s vast array of information and establishing overseas networks and equipment for Deployed Commanders and Air Traffic Services. You won't just be on defence, you could develop the expertise and capability to exploit opportunities and gain a military advantage over our adversaries. We can conduct cyberspace operations to deny, disrupt and degrade their capabilities in the air, space, land, sea and cyberspace domains. You could be deployed worldwide to establish and secure advanced, encrypted communication networks, plus radars and air traffic equipment. Life in the RAF is more than just a job. We offer a highly competitive benefits package. There are sporting opportunities and facilities available to everyone. You'll have the chance to travel the world and make new friends all whilst keeping in touch with friends and family at home. EXPLORE ROLES There are multiple roles to choose from in the Cyberspace profession of the RAF. The right one for you will depend on your passion, qualifications and skills. Discover some of our featured roles below. CYBERSPACE CYBERSPACE COMMUNICATION SPECIALIST FIND OUT MORE CYBERSPACE COMMUNICATIONS INFRASTRUCTURE TECHNICIAN FIND OUT MORE 01 03 WHY JOIN THE RAF? Rent from £75p/m Free gym Subsidised food Health care World travel Training SEE ALL BENEFITS CYBERSPACE FAQS WHAT QUALIFICATIONS DO I NEED FOR CYBERSPACE ROLES? TO APPLY FOR THIS OFFICER ROLE IN THE CYBERSPACE PROFESSION YOU NEED TO: Be aged between 17 years and 6 months and 47 Have a Bachelors or Masters degree in a subject relevant to the role you are applying for (i.e. Aeronautical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Computer Science etc) Have a GCSE at grade C/4 or above; or SNE equivalent grade 5 or above in English Language Be a UK, UK/Dual Nationality or Republic of Ireland citizen or have been a Commonwealth citizen since birth TO APPLY FOR A CYBERSPACE TECHNICIAN ROLE YOU NEED TO: Be aged between 15 years and 9 months and 47 Have GCSEs at Grade C/4 or above; or SNE equivalent grade 5 or above in English Language, Mathematics and should have an approved science/technology-based subject You must be a citizen of the United Kingdom or dual UK/Other nationality DO ENGINEERS NEED TO BE PHYSICALLY FIT? HOW LONG IS THE APPLICATION PROCESS? WHERE WILL I BE BASED? WANT MORE INFORMATION? 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