The Active Operations Department of Ukraine’s Defence Intelligence, part of the Ministry of Defence, is a group of military formations carrying out intelligence operations and other missions. Its work spans information operations, deep operations behind enemy lines, unmanned aerial systems, missions on the water, and operational support. The department also recruits people with specialist skills in areas such as psychology, information operations, IT, artificial intelligence, architecture, driving, administration, and cooking.

Recruitment is voluntary and based on a contract, with applicants from both civilian and military backgrounds invited to apply. The department describes its service offering as including role-specific selection, training, equipment, career development, planned leave and rotations, recovery measures, and financial support. Its application process begins with an online form and a screening conversation, followed by an in-person selection stage and a month-long course at a training camp. Successful candidates then sign a contract and join the department. Through its range of military and specialist roles, the organization seeks motivated people ready to contribute their abilities to Ukraine’s defence and intelligence operations.