Apprentice SOC Analyst
You will gain a nationally recognised qualification while developing hands-on experience in a real SOC function. You will work alongside experienced Cyber Analysts who will train, support, and mentor you as you develop the skills needed to protect organisations from modern cyber threats.
Role
We have an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice SOC Analyst to join our growing Cyber Security practice at FSP. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about cybersecurity, eager to learn, and excited by the idea of working in a fast-paced security environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to start a career in cybersecurity, contributing to safeguarding our clients while gaining technical, analytical, and operational experience.
Responsibilities
As an Apprentice SOC Analyst, you will support the team to:
- Monitor and triage security alerts across our customers’ environments under the guidance of senior analysts.
- Assist in initial investigation of incidents, gathering evidence and documenting activity.
- Learn how to detect and analyse common cyber threats, risks and vulnerabilities.
- Develop skills in security tooling, with a focus on Microsoft security technologies.
- Support improvements to SOC playbooks, documentation and reporting.
- Help maintain accurate records of incidents to ensure high-quality service delivery.
- Contribute to team discussions, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvement.
- Stay informed about new security threats, technologies and best practices as part of your apprenticeship learning.
About you
- You’ll have A levels (or equivalent) and must hold GCSEs at Level 2 or above in both English and Maths.
- Your genuinely interested in starting a career in cyber security
- Curious and analytical, with a desire to understand how technology and systems work
- Detail‐focused, with a methodical approach to investigating issues
- Comfortable working through problems in a structured and logical way
- Well organised and dependable, with the ability to manage tasks and learning effectively.
- Motivated to build both technical knowledge and practical workplace skills over time.
What we look for in our people
- Strong alignment with FSP values and ethos
- Commitment to teamwork, quality and mutual success
- Proactivity with an ability to operate with pace and energy
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Dedication to excellence and quality
Training
During the programme, you will:
- Work towards a nationally recognised cybersecurity qualification delivered by LearnTech.
- Receive structured learning, coaching and mentoring from FSP’s Cyber team.
- Develop experience across real security operations, clients, environments and SIEM technologies.
- Gain exposure to industry frameworks such as MITRE ATT&CK and NIST.
- Build foundational knowledge across:
- Threat detection & incident response
- SOC processes and tooling
- Log analysis
- Microsoft security technologies (including Sentinel, Defender, Entra ID)
- Automation and scripting fundamentals
The successful applicant will have gained a Level 4 qualification as a Cyber Security Technologist.
- Apprenticeship Standard
- Cyber security technologist (2021) (level 4)
- Training Provider
- TECHNICAL PROFESSIONALS LIMITED
- Working Week
- Monday - Friday.
- Expected Duration
- 1 Year 9 Months
- Positions Available
- 1
- Closing Date
- Thursday, 2nd April 2026
- Start Date
- Tuesday, 1st September 2026
Desired Skills
- Communication skills
- IT skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications
- English GCSE, grade 4/C (Essential)
- Maths GCSE, grade 4/C (Essential)
About the Employer
FSP CONSULTING SERVICES LIMITED
FSP is a leading consultancy specialising in Digital, Security and AI solutions. Our success is enabled by our unwavering commitment to excellence, our people centric culture alongside best-in-class operations, ensuring impactful and sustainable outcomes for our clients.
As a long standing and highly accredited Microsoft Partner, with extensive solution designations, we partner with clients across a range of commercial sectors, enabling digital transformation, innovation and robust cyber security.
We navigate the complexities of data sensitivity, confidentiality, governance and compliance. We blend strategic insight, depth of technical expertise, delivery and operational excellence to meet the specific requirements outlined.
We take a collaborative, one team approach with our clients to drive sustainable change, providing outstanding client experience and delivering exceptional results that are aligned with business priorities.
Our commitment to security and quality is reinforced by our ISO27001 and ISO9001 certifications (UKAS), as well as our CREST approved penetration testing and SOC capabilities. Additionally, we are an IASME Cyber Essentials Certification Body and Cyber Essentials Plus certified.
Find out more about our accolades here: https://fsp.co/about-fsp/
Why work for FSP?
At FSP, we are committed to providing:
A collaborative and supportive environment in which you can grow and develop your career
The tools and opportunity to do work you can be proud of
A chance to work alongside some of the best people in the industry, who always seek to share their knowledge and experience
Hybrid working – we empower you to make smart choices about when and where to work to achieve great results
Industry leading coaching and mentoring
Competitive salary and an excellent benefits package