Royal Signals

Fight and win the information battle by joining the Royal Corps of Signals.

Are you ready to become a leader in IT, Cyber, Telecommunications, or Electronic Warfare? The Royal Corps of Signals is seeking dynamic, flexible, and innovative individuals to join our ranks and lead from the front in the information battle.

As a member of the Royal Signals, you will be at the forefront of Defence activity, providing battle-winning communications and ensuring our forces are always connected. From setting up complex networks under fire to enabling communications for humanitarian missions, your role will be crucial in both conflict and peace. You will be instrumental in protecting allied networks and data while attacking those of the enemy.

Why Join Us?

In an era where data drives the battlefield, your expertise in secure communications and the electromagnetic spectrum will be pivotal. The Royal Signals is essential in generating the speed and precision necessary to outpace our adversaries. Your ability to adapt to new technologies and innovate will ensure our networks remain resilient and our information secure.

What We Offer:

• Cutting-edge roles in a rapidly evolving digital battlefield.

• Opportunities to work with the latest software and hardware technologies.

• Collaboration with allies, industry, academia, and other services.

• High quality apprenticeships for every role in the Royal Signals.

• Continuous technical education and leadership development throughout your career.

• Inclusive and diverse working environment fostering creativity and innovation.

Your Mission:

• As part of the Royal Signals, your mission is to understand and master communication technology, the electromagnetic spectrum, and the electronic threat environment.

• You'll support commanders with credible and realistic solutions.

• Deliver electronic protection and survivability of communication networks.

• Exploit the electromagnetic spectrum and cyberspace for Decision Advantage.

• Assure the success of missions with technical mastery and military professionalism.

Your Future:

The Royal Signals will invest in your growth, ensuring you have the talent and expertise to lead in the future fight. Our focus on continuous learning, agility, and innovation will keep you at the forefront of military communications.

Become part of a team that fights and wins the information battle. Shape the future of warfare with the Royal Corps of Signals.

Apply now to become a leader on the information battlefield.

New Role: Cyber Security Specialist

Are you ready to put your technical skills to work and operate in the cyber domain? The Army’s Cyber Direct Entry Pathway offers an accelerated route into one of Defence’s most critical domains. This is your chance to apply your knowledge of cyber security, networks, and digital systems in a role that truly matters.

In a nutshell:

• We're looking for talented individuals with specialist cyber abilities

• Work alongside cyber experts from all three services, as well as government partners and international allies

• Work on projects ranging from simulating cyber attacks to evaluate and strengthen Defence systems to designing strategies to protect sensitive data and critical platforms

• Bespoke Military Training – A primary focus on your cyber expertise, whilst ensuring you have the necessary fundamental military skills

• Military benefits, including the opportunity to take part in adventurous training as well as subsidised housing, medical, dental and an Army pension

• Starting salary of £42,782

Applications for the Army Direct Entry Cyber scheme (Tranche 2) are now closed.

All expressions of interest submitted are being processed, and candidates have been contacted. Future opportunities will be available from mid-2026.