Data encryption operator (Cipher defender)מגן צופן
What the Data encryption operator (Cipher defender) role asks for, and what it holds
A cipher defender (data encryption operator) manages and operates encryption materials and cipher equipment in units from battalion level up.
Combat supportC4I and Cyber DefenceProfile 45+Men and womenDark turquoise
The role asks for a medical profile of 45 and up, a Dapar of 50 and up and a Hebrew score of 7 and up.
The medical profile runs from 21 to 97.
The Dapar, the reasoning test of the first call-up, is scored from 10 to 90.
The Hebrew score runs from 1 to 9.
- Kind of role
- Combat support
- Branch
- C4I and Cyber Defence
- Open to
- Men and women
- Medical profile
- 45 and up
- Dapar
- 50 and up
- Hebrew score
- 7 and up
- Try-out
- Not needed
- Training place
- Bahad 7, the national ICT and cyber school
The IDF's page also names a lowest score in 2 traits.
The IDF's page lists these traits among the role's requirements, each with the minimum score the role asks for.
- Handling information3
- Operating systems3
This is what the work of the role holds.
The soldier controls and checks all encryption in the unit and manages its cipher holdings. The work includes the SAP system, classified systems and operating weapons and equipment.
Soldiers in the role protect IDF networks and run encryption systems that secure information on data and radio networks. They also manage and control classified means and support advanced command and control systems.
The role combines teamwork with independent work. It handles classified material of the whole IDF.
This is how the training for the role runs.
The training lasts about 5 weeks at Bahad 7 in the Training City. It certifies the soldier to operate the cipher system and network defense, and to operate and prepare the command and control systems used across IDF units.
Where it trainsBahad 7, the national ICT and cyber school
This is what service in the role looks like.
The role serves at bases across the country, in units from battalion level up to the General Staff. Placement is in the ICT units under the intelligence branch and in units of the ground and air forces.
The role also asks for a few more things.
- The course is for women and men who are not designated for combat.
- A security clearance is carried out before enlistment.
After the role, the IDF's page names these paths.
- At the end of the course, suitable soldiers may be screened for command roles and the officers' track.
- Suitable soldiers may advance to instruction, command and officer tracks.
- The role builds self-discipline and management skills that can help in reaching management roles in civilian life.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the Data encryption operator (Cipher defender) role ask for?
The role asks for a medical profile of 45 and up, a Dapar of 50 and up and a Hebrew score of 7 and up.
Who can serve as Data encryption operator (Cipher defender)?
The role is open to men and women.
Is there a try-out for Data encryption operator (Cipher defender)?
The IDF names no try-out for the role.
What does the training for Data encryption operator (Cipher defender) hold?
The training lasts about 5 weeks at Bahad 7 in the Training City. It certifies the soldier to operate the cipher system and network defense, and to operate and prepare the command and control systems used across IDF units.
This page was written from the IDF's pages for future soldiers, read on 6 November 2026.
- The role's page on the IDF's site: Data encryption operator (Cipher defender)
The requirements and screenings change from time to time, and the IDF's page for each role is the one that counts.