AddressCyber Analysts are members of the Royal Australian Corps of Signals (RA Sigs). RA Sigs conduct cyber and electromagnetic activities using advanced information and communication technologies. Their ultimate goal is to defend our systems and networks and gain advantage in cyber and electromagnetic combat.
Cyberspace is a dynamic and complex area of combat that demands agility and flexibility. As a Cyber Analyst it will be your job to provide swift and precise solutions to identify and defend against cyber threats.
You’ll integrate with joint, agency, inter-governmental and multi-national organisations to support combined arms operations. This means operating at tactical, operational and strategic levels, and conducting cyber activities to defend and assure the integrity of our systems.
Here’s what you’ll need as a Cyber Analyst:
The right mind:
The ability to learn rapidly and find solutions under pressure
Insatiable curiosity and a passion for problem solving
A logical, analytical and objective mind
High-level communication skills, both written and oral
Situational and cultural awareness
The ability to deal with unpredictable circumstances in an asymmetric battlespace
The right attitude:
A strong commitment to and ability to work in a team
The willingness to handle and protect classified information sensitive to national interests
The willingness to take immediate action on information about potentially life-threatening situations
The Cyber Analyst is the base trade of the cyber warfare field and operates a large range of complex state-of-the-art ICT. As a Cyber Analyst you’ll work in a broad range of field and office environments as part of a dedicated team.
Following your initial military and employment training, the first position for a Cyber Analyst is typically a tactical unit, where you will support exercises and operations around Australia. This will allow you to work in a small mobile team while you receive mentoring and support from more experienced Cyber Analysts.
From there you may have the opportunity to either support Special Forces or strategic agencies. The strategic posting is located in Canberra where you will work alongside Australian Defence Force and Australian Public Service personnel in support of national strategic interests. Whatever your position, you will operate the latest in ICT and will have countless opportunities to continue to learn in this exciting role.
Throughout your career as a Cyber Analyst you will be required to excel in one or more specialisations and will attend a wide range of specialist courses. Most involve identifying, analysing and responding to unknown malicious cyber activity in various forms using state-of-the-art ICT and analytical devices. You may have the opportunity to undertake additional study at suitable Tertiary and/or other Agencies, both domestic and overseas, in order to further expand your skill sets.
In-Service Information
This role is known as Cyber Operator within the Army.
Employment Category Number (ECN): 664
Employment Category: Combat Support
