The 28-year-old man was arrested in Suffolk under the Computer Misuse Act (CMA) and has now been released on bail until February 2014. The NCA said he was suspected of "network intrusion offences" against the US army, US military and the US government.
Andy Archibald, head of the NCA's National Cyber Crime Unit (NCCU) said the arrest underlined the efforts the NCA would go to in order to track down those intent on causing cyber harm.
"This arrest is the culmination of close joint working by the NCA, Police Scotland and our international partners," he said.
"Cyber-criminals should be aware that no matter where in the world you commit cyber crime, even from remote places, you can and will be identified and held accountable for your actions. The NCA has well developed law enforcement alliances globally and we will pursue and deal robustly with cyber-criminals"
The arrest is another notable incident for the NCA in its brief time in existence as part of a more determined and focused effort to tackle cyber crime and its effects within the UK. It has already boasted of securing the conviction of a phishing criminal to a five-year sentence.
Last week the NCA announced it would be hiring 400 cyber crime fighters in an effort to boost the UK's defence capabilities, including the possible use of former convicted hackers to ensure it has the necessary skills for the digital age.
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