// UNMANNED SYSTEMS AND NEXT-GEN WARFARE TERM

Cyber

In military and defense, 'cyber' refers to the interconnected digital realm, including computer networks, systems, and data, where information is stored, processed, and communicated. It encompasses all activities and operations within this virtual environment.

Cyber — illustration from Wikipedia
Image via Wikipedia

TECHNICAL DEFINITION

Cyber, within the Military & Defense sector and Electronic & Cyber Warfare, denotes the operational domain encompassing interconnected information systems, computer networks, and digital infrastructure critical for national security, enabling cyberspace operations ranging from defense to offensive actions against adversaries.

BACKGROUND

The United States Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM) is one of the eleven unified combatant commands of the United States Department of Defense (DoD). It unifies the direction of cyberspace operations, strengthens DoD cyberspace capabilities, and integrates and bolsters DoD's cyber expertise which focus on securing cyberspace.

READ MORE ON WIKIPEDIA

SYNONYMS & ALIASES

  • Cyberspace
  • Digital domain
  • Information space
  • Network space

USAGE NOTE

The term 'cyber' is frequently used as a prefix for concepts like 'cyber warfare,' 'cyber security,' 'cyber defense,' and 'cyber operations' to denote their digital nature.

DEVELOPERS

Organizations developing technology related to Cyber.

  • National Security Agency (NSA)

    A U.S. intelligence agency responsible for global monitoring, collection, and processing of information and data for foreign intelligence and counterintelligence purposes, heavily involved in cybersecurity and cryptology for national security systems.

  • US Cyber Command (USCYBERCOM)

    A unified combatant command of the U.S. Department of Defense responsible for cyberspace operations, including defending U.S. military networks and conducting offensive cyber operations.

  • Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA)

    An agency of the U.S. Department of Defense responsible for the development of emerging technologies for use by the military, including significant investment in advanced cybersecurity and cyber warfare research.

  • Lockheed Martin

    A global aerospace, defense, security, and advanced technologies company that develops and integrates advanced cyber capabilities into military platforms and provides cybersecurity services for defense applications.

  • Raytheon Technologies (RTX)

    A major American multinational aerospace and defense conglomerate that develops advanced cybersecurity and cyber warfare solutions for defense, intelligence, and government customers.

  • Northrop Grumman

    A leading global aerospace and defense technology company that provides comprehensive cyber solutions, including cyber resilience, defense, and offensive capabilities for military and government clients.

  • Booz Allen Hamilton

    A prominent consulting firm that provides management and technology consulting services to U.S. government agencies, including extensive cybersecurity solutions and services for the Department of Defense and intelligence community.

  • MITRE Corporation

    A not-for-profit organization that operates federally funded research and development centers, providing expertise in cybersecurity, threat intelligence (e.g., ATT&CK framework), and secure system design for national security.

  • BAE Systems

    A multinational defense, security, and aerospace company that develops and delivers advanced cyber, intelligence, and security capabilities for military and government customers globally.

RELATED TERMS IN ELECTRONIC & CYBER WARFARE