Analyst (IT Network) - DIS

You oversee the maintenance of computing and networking infrastructure housed in the Cyber Evaluation Test and Experimentation Centre (CyTEC). - Assist in building IT aspects of exercise networks and cyber defence toolsets for CyTEC training programmes - Serve as the main technical expert in building virtual networks using hypervisor and virtualisation solutions - Integrate virtual networks with operational technology testbeds, prototypes, and digital twins to create comprehensive training environments - Enable expedient development of relevant training networks when new operational needs arise - Create and maintain realistic training environments that simulate the complexities of defending IT systems in operational contexts Challenge(s) - Staying abreast of new IT developments to keep IT systems ahead of anticipated operational needs - Maintaining strong cyber and technical competencies in the IT networking domain to understand the training environment needs for defending IT systems - Education in Computer Networks, Computer Science, or a related cyber discipline - At least 3 years of experience supporting cyber exercises, testbeds, or training environments is advantageous - Competency in enterprise IT infrastructure including computer, networking, and virtualisation technologies - Relevant cyber certifications will be advantageous - Basic to intermediate knowledge of cyber defence, monitoring, and investigation tools - Experience with virtualisation platforms such as VMware and ESXi - Ability to deploy and manage virtual and segmented IT networks for training or exercise purposes (Applicants with no experience may apply.) Appointment will be commensurate with your experience. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.