Certified Electromagnetic Spectrum Warfare Operator – Air, Space & Cyber (CESWO-ASC)

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Certified Electromagnetic Spectrum Warfare Operator – Air, Space & Cyber (CESWO-ASC)

Operational AI Red Teaming for Multi-Domain Electromagnetic Spectrum Warfare (EMSW)

Duration: 2 Days
Certification: Certified Electromagnetic Spectrum Warfare Operator – Air, Space & Cyber (CESWO-ASC)
Level: Advanced
Delivery: Instructor-led (Virtual or In-Person)
Target Audience: DoD electronic warfare (EW) specialists, SIGINT analysts, ISR operators, space operations professionals, cybersecurity red teamers, and defense contractors
Prerequisites: Background in cybersecurity, electronic warfare (EW), signals intelligence (SIGINT), AI-driven ISR, or space-based spectrum operations is recommended. Familiarity with software-defined radio (SDR), satellite communications (SATCOM), and AI-based adversarial testing is beneficial but not required.

 

The CESWO-ASC certification is a cutting-edge program designed to train military and defense professionals in the intersection of Electromagnetic Spectrum Warfare (EMSW) across Air, Space, and Cyber domains. This course integrates advanced electronic warfare (EW), space-based SIGINT, AI-enabled ISR, and cyber-electromagnetic red teaming methodologies to prepare operators for multi-domain spectrum warfare.

Participants will conduct adversarial testing, learning how to identify vulnerabilities, execute spectrum-based attacks, and implement countermeasures for securing airborne, space, and cyber-electromagnetic spectrum operations.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this certification program, participants will be able to:

  • Master Multi-Domain Spectrum Warfare (EMSW): Learn how Air, Space, and Cyber interact in modern electronic warfare, ISR, and SIGINT operations.
  • Identify RF, AI, and Cyber Threats in Space & Air-Domain Spectrum Warfare: Recognize electronic attack (EA), adversarial AI deception, and space-based ISR vulnerabilities.
  • Execute AI-Enhanced Spectrum Warfare Tactics: Apply AI-driven EW deception, adversarial cyber-physical attacks, and space-based SIGINT exploitation.
  • Conduct Red Teaming for Multi-Domain ISR & Space Operations: Perform adversarial testing of satellite ISR, airborne ELINT, and AI-enhanced cyber-electromagnetic platforms.
  • Develop Resilience Strategies Against AI-Driven Spectrum Attacks: Implement countermeasures for spectrum cybersecurity, zero-trust AI, and EW-based defense tactics.

Program Curriculum

Part 1: Foundations of Air, Space & Cyber Electromagnetic Warfare

Module 1: Introduction to Multi-Domain Electromagnetic Warfare (EMSW)

  • Integration of Air, Space, and Cyber in EMSO
  • AI’s role in SIGINT, ELINT, ISR, and cyber-electromagnetic attack (CEMA)
  • Threat landscape: Space-based SIGINT, airborne EW deception, cyber-spectrum manipulation
  • Case Study: AI-driven space-based ISR deception & airborne electronic warfare attacks

Module 2: Electronic Warfare (EW) & Adversarial Testing in Air & Space Domains

  • AI-driven EW: Using machine learning for RF deception & jamming
  • Multi-layered spectrum denial & RF exploitation techniques
  • Case Study: Deploying AI-assisted RF jamming against airborne ISR platforms

Module 3: AI-Driven SIGINT & Space-Based Spectrum Exploitation

  • Machine learning for satellite RF surveillance & signal interception
  • Exploiting AI-powered space-based ISR systems
  • Case Study: AI-powered SIGINT attack to intercept satellite encrypted RF signals

Module 4: Adversarial Spectrum Attacks on ISR & ELINT Platforms

  • AI-based deception & spoofing of airborne ISR drones
  • Deepfake signals & adversarial ISR manipulation
  • Case Study: Fooling an AI-powered ISR system using adversarial RF techniques

Part 2: Advanced AI Red Teaming for Air, Space & Cyber EMSO

Module 5: RF & AI-Driven Jamming & Counter-SATCOM Attacks

  • AI-powered SATCOM & GPS jamming against military satellite assets
  • Deploying RF-based cyber-physical attacks against airborne ISR platforms
  • Case Study: Simulating an AI-assisted GPS spoofing attack against a military UAV

Module 6: Cyber-Electromagnetic Spectrum (CEM) Exploitation

  • Red teaming AI-driven cyber-electromagnetic attack (CEMA) operations
  • Penetration testing AI-enhanced SATCOM & military RF networks
  • Case Study: Hacking AI-based satellite ISR ground station signals

Module 7: Adversarial AI Attacks on Autonomous ISR Platforms

  • Exploiting AI-driven ISR UAVs, ELINT satellites, and cyber-intelligence drones
  • Manipulating AI-based ISR decision-making using reinforcement learning attacks
  • Case Study: Conducting a red team attack on an AI-powered space-based ISR satellite

Module 8: Space Cybersecurity & Adversarial RF Threats

  • Satellite hijacking & space-based RF jamming threats
  • AI-enabled ELINT for spectrum reconnaissance & deep-space SIGINT
  • Case Study: Simulating a deep-space RF interference attack on an AI-driven ISR satellite

Part 3: Defending AI-Driven EMSW Systems

Module 9: AI Security & Adversarial Space Resilience

  • Adversarial training & AI robustness testing for airborne ISR & SIGINT systems
  • Zero-trust AI architectures for cyber-electromagnetic operations
  • Red Team AI assessment frameworks for DoD compliance
  • Case Study: Implementing AI adversarial defenses for multi-domain ISR

Module 10: Counter-EW & AI-Secure ISR Operations

  • AI-enabled spectrum monitoring for airborne ISR anomaly detection
  • Deploying AI-powered countermeasure strategies against EMS-based cyber threats
  • Case Study: AI-powered counter-EW measures in military conflicts (Russia-Ukraine, Indo-Pacific, etc.)

Final Red Teaming Exercise

  • Live AI-Driven Red Team Attack Simulation: Participants execute a multi-layered attack on an AI-enabled Air, Space & Cyber ISR system, documenting vulnerabilities and proposing mitigation strategies.

Certification Exam Details

  • Exam Format:
    • 60-question multiple-choice test (40%)
    • Red Teaming Analysis and Report Submission (60%)
  • Passing Score: 80%
  • Exam Domains:
    • Domain 1: Fundamentals of Air, Space & Cyber Electromagnetic Warfare (20%)
    • Domain 2: AI-Driven SIGINT & Space-Based Spectrum Threats (25%)
    • Domain 3: Cyber-EW & Multi-Domain Adversarial Attacks (30%)
    • Domain 4: Defensive Countermeasures & AI-Enabled EMS Resilience (25%)

Final Exam & Certification

  • Final Red Teaming Exercise: Participants conduct an AI-powered attack simulation against a military Air, Space, or Cyber ISR system, documenting their findings.
  • Certification Assessment:
    • 60-question multiple-choice exam on AI red teaming, EW tactics, SIGINT operations, and spectrum warfare.
    • Red Team Report Submission: Participants document their adversarial testing results and recommendations.
  • Successful candidates receive the  Certified Electromagnetic Spectrum Warfare Operator – Air, Space & Cyber (CESWO-ASC) certification.

Key Takeaways

  • Master AI-driven EW, SIGINT, and ISR red teaming tactics in Air, Space, & Cyber domains
  • Conduct adversarial AI & RF spectrum exploitation attacks on space-based ISR platforms
  • Perform AI red teaming of SIGINT, ELINT, and cyber-intelligence platforms
  • Defend against AI-enhanced cyber-electromagnetic threats
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