Cyber intelligence officer

In this role you may:

• identify common weaknesses in IT networks
•  use digital resources to gather information and evidence
•  use computer forensics to identify attackers and their methods
•  analyse threats to major security systems
•  monitor new threats and assess their impact
•  keep databases of threats and hackers
•  produce threat assessment reports and recommend actions
•  develop relationships with other organisations and share security knowledge
•  update your skills and knowledge

• knowledge of computer operating systems, hardware and software
• complex problem-solving skills
• the ability to use your initiative
• the ability to accept criticism and work well under pressure
• broadcasting and telecommunications knowledge 
• to be thorough and pay attention to detail
• persistence and determination
• maths skills
• to have a thorough understanding of computer systems and applications

For public sector work, you may need to go through UK Security Vetting. This includes:

• a counter terrorist check
• a security check (SC) - for access to information classified as 'secret'
• developed vetting (DV) - for access to information classified as 'top secret'

For private sector work, you may not need to be vetted unless you're working on government systems.

You can get into this job through:

• a university course
• an apprenticeship
• working towards this role
• a graduate training scheme

With experience, you could become a specialised cyber security lead and then head of cyber security.

You could also work as a freelance security contractor.