Cyber Security Technician Apprentice

You will learn to protect frontline communications systems from cyber warfare threats, gaining expertise in areas such as information services, networks, or infrastructure and will to contribute to a battle-winning cyber capability, ensuring the safety and integrity of digital assets and data.

You will complete apprenticeship training to enable you to develop into the below responsibilities: 

• Vulnerability Assessment: Assist in regular vulnerability assessments to identify weaknesses in systems and applications
• Incident Response: Collaborate with senior engineers to respond to security incidents, investigate breaches, and mitigate risks
• Patch Management: Assist in applying security patches and updates to systems
• Security Monitoring: Monitor logs and alerts for signs of unauthorized access or suspicious activity
• Security Awareness Training: Participate in educating employees about security protocols and safe practices
• Risk Assessment: Evaluate risks associated with new technologies or system changes
• Network Security: Advise in the configuration and maintenance of firewalls, intrusion detection/prevention systems, and other security infrastructure
• Security Documentation: Maintain accurate records of security configurations, incidents, and procedures
• Security Policies: Help enforce security policies and best practices across NCC
• Research and Learning: Stay updated on emerging threats and security trends through continuous learning and training
• Business Continuity: Understand and support the organisations
• Business Continuity and Disaster Recover Plans

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Analytical skills
• Logical
• Team working
• Creative
• Initiative

• English GCSE or equivalent, grade 4/C or above (Essential)
• Maths GCSE or equivalent, grade 4/C or above (Essential)