Cyber Operator
Master the digital battlefield as Canada's front line of cyber defense
Role & Responsibilities
- • Conduct defensive cyber operations
- • Perform active cyber operations when required
- • Monitor and defend CAF networks 24/7
- • Apply IT, security, and communications knowledge
- • Collect, process, and analyze network data
- • Identify and mitigate network vulnerabilities
- • Manage computer network environments
- • Maintain classified and unclassified records
- • Work with government agencies
- • Collaborate with international allies
- • Strengthen cyber security partnerships
- • Support joint operations
- • Monitor network activity continuously
- • Analyze threat patterns and behaviors
- • Investigate security incidents
- • Process digital forensic evidence
Work Environment
Handle extremely sensitive information in high-security, restricted-access facilities.
Frequent shift work including nights and weekends for 24/7 operations.
Serve across all domains: land, sea, air, and joint operations worldwide.
Trade Identity & Culture
Cyber Operators are the front line of defence in the cyber domain—protecting Canada's digital infrastructure and military networks.
Work is fast-paced, logical, and problem-solving oriented, requiring quick thinking and decisive action.
Culture emphasizes teamwork, collaboration, and continuous learning as threats evolve constantly.
High technical aptitude and adaptability valued, with operators describing work as exciting and diverse.
Career Specializations
Monitor networks, detect malicious activity, and neutralize cyber threats.
Conduct offensive measures, disrupting adversary networks and neutralizing threats.
Investigate intrusions, analyze digital evidence, and develop response strategies.
Harden, maintain, and manage CAF computer environments for maximum security.
Participate in joint missions with NATO, NORAD, and allied partners.
Supervise cyber operations teams and train junior operators.