Communications Specialist

Cyberspace Communications Specialist - Protect the systems that protect the nation.

Nothing in the modern world works without secure communication. Every message sent, every system connected, every operation coordinated depends on resilient, trusted networks.

As a Cyberspace Communications Specialist
, you will sit at the very centre of a nationally critical communications operation. You will help build, maintain, secure, and defend the digital and telecommunications infrastructure that enables aviation, defence, command, and global operations to function safely and reliably.

This is a highly technical, hands‑on role where no two days are the same. You will work with advanced tools, real‑world systems, and cutting‑edge technology, not simulations.

In this apprenticeship‑based role, you will be trained to:

• Establish, maintain and protect secure IT and telecommunications networks
• Defend systems against intrusion, disruption, and unauthorised access
• Coordinate complex information flows across large operational environments
• Deploy communications infrastructure in overseas and remote locations
• Support command, control, and air traffic services through secure digital systems
• Diagnose, repair, and optimise live communications platforms

You will operate across both UK‑based and deployed environments, gaining exposure to real operational systems that demand absolute reliability.

This is a role for people who want responsibility, purpose, and technical depth — early in their career.

You will complete a Level 3 Information Communications Technician Apprenticeship
, gaining nationally recognised qualifications while earning a full salary.

• IT infrastructure and telecommunications systems
• Network security and cyber defence
• Fault diagnosis and systems maintenance
• Operational communications technologies

On completion of technical training, your salary will increase to £27,200 + benefits
.

You do not need previous experience — but you do need the right mindset.

This role suits people who are:

• Curious about how technology really works
• Motivated by responsibility and real‑world impact
• Calm under pressure and methodical in their approach
• Interested in cyber security, networks, or communications engineering
• Looking for a long‑term technical career with progression

• Mathematics
• A science or technology‑related subject (preferred)
• Aged 16–47
• Resident in the UK for the previous 5 years (3 years considered in some cases)

• Starting salary of £26,300 with structured pay progression
• Fully funded apprenticeship and technical training
• Hands‑on experience with advanced, real‑world systems
• Long‑term career progression in communications, cyber, and technology roles
• A role with genuine national importance and purpose

This is not a classroom exercise. This is not theory.

This is an opportunity to be trained, trusted, and relied upon to help protect the systems that keep people connected, informed, and safe.

If you want a technical career that actually matters, this is where it starts!