Navy - Intelligence, IT & Communications

Life in an Intelligence, IT and Communications role

Intelligence, IT and Communications roles all require a deep understanding of our highest-level equipment and systems, and how they are used in times of peace and combat.

Some Intelligence, IT and Communications roles can include intercepting communications, and channeling them to the right people.

5 Roles available in the Intelligence, IT & Communications specialisation across the Navy

As a Combat Systems Specialist (CSS) you will work in a team to operate military radars and sonars to understand what ships, aircraft and submarines are in the vicinity of a warship, whether threat or friendly force. If necessary, you'll operate remotely controlled weapons systems to defend and defeat the enemy. You’ll also act as a crucial communications link between maritime helicopters and home plate (the Ship).

Information is power. Be able to operate a variety of specialised military technology, by providing the mechanisms to expeditiously transfer information securely, rapidly and reliably between individuals and groups of individuals.

As a Cryptologic Technician (CT), formerly Communications Technician, you will provide communications support a war fighting capacity. Being a CT means you’re vital to the ship's intelligence gathering operation.

Be the ship’s eyes and ears and give your ship a winning edge. You’ll see what others can’t by intercepting and identifying electronic signals.

If you are fascinated by the sea and its geography, you will be fascinated by the opportunity to help create the sea and coastline charts to keep our ships at sea and clear of the rocks!