Being an Engineering Technician Communications and Information Systems (CIS) Specialist means that you are always in the thick of the action working as an Online Network Engineer at the heart of every mission solving complex issues, enabling the secure exchange of mission critical and often Top-Secret information.
Duties to include:
CIS Specialists will keep military Task Groups of warships and F35B aircraft communicating in the Battlespace via any possible means
Operate sophisticated global networked information systems, so you’re always able to receive communications that are crucial to the day-to-day operation of the ship
Work with your team to take responsibility for the ship’s complex data-processing network systems, including the internet and satellite, placing you at the heart of tactical and strategic communications
Find a solution to whatever problem comes your way, working with your team in challenging environments and high-pressure situations
Things to consider
Training and development continue throughout your career with the Royal Navy. It takes place in two distinct environments: at onshore training facilities and on-board operational ships. When you join you complete 10 weeks of basic naval training, followed by 6 months of specialist Communication and IT systems training at the Maritime Warfare School, HMS Collingwood, focusing on:
Online Network Engineering
Operating specialist communication and IT equipment
Defensive Cyber Operations
CIS security
Battlespace Communications
High Grade Messaging – Up to and including secret information
Desired skills
The Royal Navy will give you skills. We will develop your abilities, train you to be the best, show you how to achieve your goals and give you recognised qualifications.
Personal qualities
A quick thinker, with a passion for working with the latest equipment and technology
A problem-solver, with a common sense approach, who can work well as part of a team
A real sense of adventure, with a high level of physical and mental fitness
Enthusiasm for networks, information systems and communications
Desired qualifications
No qualifications required – just that you pass a Recruit Test and are in a good state of health and fitness.
Monthly wage
£1,666.66
Working week
Days and shifts to be confirmed.
Total hours per week: 40.00
Expected duration
24 months
Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level)
Closing date: 31 December 2021
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