Cyber Data, Protocol and Network Analysis Engineer

As a senior member of the team, you will contribute to the development of innovative analytical techniques, mentor less experienced colleagues and influence technical direction through high-quality analysis and clear communication. You will work alongside experts from a range of disciplines, collaborating to address complex challenges and deliver impactful outcomes for government and defence stakeholders. The role offers the opportunity to apply software, networking, data analysis and systems engineering skills within a unique environment where curiosity, innovation and technical excellence are highly valued., * Analyse communications, networks, devices and digital systems to generate technical intelligence and actionable insights.

• Investigate communication protocols and understand how they operate across different network architectures and platforms.
• Examine data from a variety of sources, including network captures, wireless communications, embedded device interfaces and system data stores.
• Develop and apply analytical tools, scripts and bespoke techniques to solve complex technical challenges.
• Identify system behaviours, vulnerabilities and opportunities to improve understanding of technologies and their operation.
• Produce clear, authoritative technical reports and communicate complex findings to a range of stakeholders.
• Work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions to challenging problems.
• Lead technical activities, support project delivery and contribute to shaping future analytical capabilities.
• Coach and mentor colleagues, sharing knowledge and promoting best practice across the team.
• Contribute to a positive culture of continuous improvement, innovation, safety and security., We’ll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
• Delivering at Pace
• Communicating and Influencing
• Working Together
• Changing and Improving, Options include alternative working patterns such as; compressed hours (e.g. working a 4 day week/ 9 day fortnight), job shares and annualised hours (agreed number of hours per annum paid monthly i.e. working term-time only). * Working hours: Flexibility around your working day (e.g. start time, finish time). Ability to bank hours in a 12 month reference period including the ability to accrue and use 3 days per calendar month.
• Where you work: Depending on your role, blended working may be available including remote working to suit you and your team. This can be discussed at interview.
• Annual leave: 25 days pro rata (rising to 30 after 5 years) plus 8 public holidays with the ability to buy/sell 5 additional days per annum.
• Family: Maternity, adoption or shared parental leave of up to 26 weeks with full pay, an additional 13 weeks statutory pay and a further 13 weeks unpaid
• Learning and Development: Dstl encourages and supports charterships, accreditations and provides employees access to fully funded apprenticeships up to level 7 (Masters Degree). Dstl will pay for 2 memberships with relevant bodies/institutions. Employees also have access to Civil Service Learning.
• Facilities: Onsite parking, EV Charging points, restaurants, cafés and gyms.

Things you need to know Artificial intelligence Artificial intelligence can be a useful tool to support your application, however, all examples and statements provided must be truthful, factually accurate and taken directly from your own experience. Where plagiarism has been identified (presenting the ideas and experiences of others, or generated by artificial intelligence, as your own) applications may be withdrawn and internal candidates may be subject to disciplinary action. Please see our for more information on appropriate and inappropriate use. Selection process details This vacancy is using , and will assess your Behaviours and Experience. We want you to have your best chance of success in our recruitment process, so If at any stage of the application process you would like help or assistance please contact the Dstl Recruitment Team and we will do all we can to support you. Sifting will take place week commencing the 2nd of November with interviews taking place from the 9th of November. Feedback will only be provided if you attend an interview or assessment. Security Successful candidates must meet the security requirements before they can be appointed. The level of security needed is . .People working with government assets must complete checks. Nationality requirements Open to UK nationals only. This job is not open to candidates who hold a dual nationality. Working for the Civil Service The sets out the standards of behaviour expected of civil servants. We recruit by merit on the basis of fair and open competition, as outlined in the Civil Service Commission’s .The Civil Service embraces diversity and promotes equal opportunities. As such, we run a Disability Confident Scheme (DCS) for candidates with disabilities who meet the minimum selection criteria.The Civil Service also offers a Redeployment Interview Scheme to civil servants who are at risk of redundancy, and who meet the minimum requirements for the advertised vacancy. Diversity and Inclusion The Civil Service is committed to attract, retain and invest in talent wherever it is found. To learn more please see the and the . Apply and further information This vacancy is part of the initiative.Once this job has closed, the job advert will no longer be available. You may want to save a copy for your records. Contact point for applicants Job contact

This role is ideal for an experienced engineer with a naturally inquisitive mindset who enjoys solving difficult technical problems and uncovering how systems work beneath the surface. You will analyse a broad range of communication technologies, from traditional networks and wireless protocols through to embedded systems and specialised data interfaces., * A degree in a STEM discipline such as Computer Science, Physics, Mathematics or Embedded Systems, or equivalent professional experience.

• Experience using at least one programming language such as Python, C or C++.
• A strong understanding of computer networking and an interest in analysing communication protocols.
• Experience working with Linux operating systems and command-line environments.
• Practical experience using data, packet or binary analysis tools such as Wireshark, Ghidra or 010 Editor.
• A basic understanding of electronics and hardware technologies.
• Experience solving complex technical problems by gathering, analysing and interpreting information from multiple sources.
• A demonstrable curiosity for understanding how technologies work, including communications, data storage and interactions between system components.
• Experience working within or leading multidisciplinary technical teams.
• The ability to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Experience coaching, mentoring or supporting the development of others

Benefits Alongside your salary of £41,431, Defence Science and Technology Laboratory contributes £12,002 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Benefits Dstl’s full range of great benefits can be found in the information pack which includes:

• Financial: An excellent pension scheme starting from 26% employer contribution