Apprentice Cyber Security Technician Sunderland, North East England, England
Job description
18 Month Fixed Term Cyber Security Apprentice
Working as part of the information security team you will develop an understanding of Sunderland City Council’s approach to cyber security and the critical role this plays supporting its strategic goals. During the apprenticeship, you will monitor and detect potential security threats and escalate as necessary. You will also assist to support secure and uninterrupted business operations through the implementation of cyber security mechanisms and the application of cyber security procedures and controls.
As a Cyber Security apprentice, you will undertake the Level 3 Cyber Security Technician apprenticeship with Ixion, who will deliver the learning remotely/virtually within the workplace and you will not be required to attend College on a weekly basis. You will be supported through the apprenticeship by an assessor, and you will also receive regular mentoring in the workplace from your supervisor and team.
More information on the apprenticeship is available using the following link
https://www.instituteforapprenticeships.org/apprenticeship-standards/cyber-security-technician-v1-0
You do not need to have prior experience to apply for this apprenticeship, but we are interested in receiving applications from candidates who wish to pursue a career in ICT with a focus on Cyber Security.
You will need Maths and English at GCSE Grade 4/C or equivalent qualification e.g. Level 2 Functional Skills qualification in Maths and English
This post will will be subject to a BPSS (Baseline Personnel Security Standard) check which includes a basic DBS check.
To arrange an informal discussion please contact [email protected]
Applications must be completed on-line at northeastjobs.org.uk/sunderlandcitycouncil
If you need any support, contact: [email protected].
Please note that CVs are not acceptable.
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Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £12,328.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Flexitime
- Sick pay
- Wellness programme
Schedule:
- Flexitime
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: One location
Reference ID: 243232
