Cyber Operator

Canadian Armed Forces | Forces armées canadiennes; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Canadian Armed Forces is seeking Cyber Operators to conduct defensive and active cyber operations. This role involves monitoring communication networks, analyzing data, and working with sensitive information in high-security environments. Candidates must have a secondary school diploma and specific IT-related courses.

Qualifications

• Minimum education: Secondary high school diploma or equivalent.
• Courses in Applied Math, Computer Studies, or Programming required.
• Candidates with specialized skills or enrolled in cybersecurity programs may apply.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process and analyze network data.
• Conduct defensive and active cyber operations.
• Monitor communication networks for unauthorized access.

Skills

Cyber Operations

Network Data Analysis

Information Technology Security

Education

Secondary high school diploma

Computer Studies or Computer Science

Job description

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Overview

As a member of the military, Cyber Operators conduct defensive cyber operations, and when required and where feasible, active cyber operations. They liaise and work collaboratively with other government departments and agencies, as well as with Canada’s allies to enhance the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) ability to provide a secure cyber environment. They monitor CAF communication networks to detect and respond to unauthorized network access attempts and provide cyber support to meet the operational requirements of the Navy, Army, Air Force, and joint enablers.

Responsibilities

• Collect, process and analyze network data
• Conduct defensive and active cyber operations
• Apply security and communications knowledge in the field of information technology
• Use and maintain classified and unclassified records and publications

Work environment

Cyber Operators work with extremely sensitive information in high-security environments, within restricted-access facilities. They work shift schedules but often have opportunities for regular business hours. They serve in sea, land, air, and deployed operations worldwide, and may participate in exchange programs with allied nations.

Entry requirements

The minimum education required is a Secondary high school diploma or equivalent, including :

• Grade 12 Applied Math or Math 526 / SN 5 / TS 5 in Quebec, or
• Grade 12, or Secondary 5 with Computer Studies, Computer Science, or Programming

Part-Time Entry : Candidates with specialized skills or enrolled in a cybersecurity college program can apply. Contact [e-mail] for eligibility.

Future Entry : Applications will soon be accepted from individuals with completed CAF-endorsed college programs. Contact your nearest recruiting centre for more information.

Training

The initial training includes Basic Military Qualification (BMQ) in Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu, Quebec, followed by college programs in computer network security, and further specialized training at the Canadian Forces School of Communications and Electronics in Kingston, Ontario. Opportunities for advanced training and career progression are available for qualified personnel.