Monday 30 Sep 2013 @ 15:20
Ministry of Defence
Ministry of Defence
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New cyber reserve unit created
Britain will build a dedicated capability to counter-attack in cyberspace and, if necessary, to strike in cyberspace.
As part of MOD’s full-spectrum military capability, the Defence Secretary, Philip Hammond, has announced that the department is set to recruit hundreds of computer experts as cyber reservists to help defend the UK’s national security, working at the cutting-edge of the nation’s cyber defences.
Mr Hammond confirmed the creation of a new Joint Cyber Reserve which will see reservists working alongside regular forces to protect critical computer networks and safeguard vital data. He said: