Cyber Security Graduate
Kickstart Your Career in Cyber Security
Are you fascinated by ethical hacking, cyber threats, and protecting systems from digital attacks? Looking to break into the fast-growing field of cyber security? This is your chance to turn your passion into a profession.
We’re looking for a motivated and curious Graduate Cyber Security Analyst to join our expert security team. In this role, you’ll learn how to defend systems, investigate incidents, and help protect the organisation from cyber risks — all while being mentored by experienced professionals.
Whether you’ve studied cyber security, computer science, or a related field — or completed a bootcamp or personal projects — we want to hear from you
What You’ll Be Doing
As a Graduate Cyber Security Analyst, you’ll work on real challenges and grow your expertise in:
- Monitoring and Responding to Threats: Assist in identifying suspicious activity and responding to security incidents in real time
- Security Tools and Technologies: Gain hands-on experience with firewalls, SIEM tools (e.g., Splunk, Microsoft Sentinel), endpoint protection, and vulnerability scanners
- Vulnerability Assessments: Help run scans to identify weaknesses in systems and recommend remediation actions
- Policy and Compliance Support: Assist in ensuring the organisation meets security standards (e.g., ISO 27001, GDPR, Cyber Essentials)
- Security Awareness: Contribute to internal training and awareness campaigns to improve staff cyber hygiene
- Incident Investigation: Support in analysing and documenting cyber incidents, learning how to trace root causes
- Research & Learning: Stay up to date on the latest threats, vulnerabilities, and trends in cyber security
What We’re Looking For
We’re not expecting years of experience — we’re looking for potential, enthusiasm, and a willingness to learn.
Essential:
- A recent graduate (or soon-to-be) in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Security, Networking, or a related discipline
- Strong interest in cyber security and desire to build a career in the field
- Basic understanding of cyber threats, security principles, and best practices
- Familiarity with Windows/Linux operating systems and networking concepts
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Good communication skills and the ability to explain technical concepts clearly
Nice to Have (But Not Required):
- Personal or academic experience with penetration testing, malware analysis, or security tools
- Knowledge of scripting (e.g. Python, Bash, PowerShell)
- Internship, placement, or lab-based university project in security
- Familiarity with security frameworks or certifications (e.g. CompTIA Security+, CEH, CISSP concepts)
What You’ll Gain
- Structured Training & Support: Learn on the job with guidance from security experts
- Certifications: Opportunities to study towards industry-recognised certifications (e.g. CompTIA Security+, Microsoft SC, GIAC, etc.)
- Real Experience: Work on actual security projects and see how your contributions protect real users and systems
- Mentoring: One-on-one support to help you grow professionally and personally
- Career Pathways: Clear progression into specialised roles such as SOC Analyst, Security Engineer, Penetration Tester, or Risk Analyst
- Collaborative Culture: Join a team that values innovation, integrity, and inclusion
Excellent Company Benefits
We believe in supporting our people from day one. Here’s what we offer:
- 25+ Days Annual Leave + bank holidays (with the option to buy/sell extra days)
- Hybrid & Flexible Working – work from home and the office
- Annual Bonus Scheme based on personal and company performance
- Professional Certification Support – we’ll cover exam costs and study time
- Private Healthcare – medical, dental, and mental health support
- Wellbeing Initiatives – counselling, wellbeing days, and fitness perks
- Pension Contributions – matched for your long-term future
- Tech & Training Budget – choose your tools and learning resources
- Cycle-to-Work & Travel Schemes
- Employee Discounts & Perks on retail, entertainment, and more
- Regular Team Socials & Hackathons – connect and collaborate in fun ways
- Company
- Kingsgate Recruitment Ltd
- Location
- Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newcastle, Staffordshire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options - Employment Type
- Full-Time
- Salary
- £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
- Posted
- Company
- Kingsgate Recruitment Ltd
- Location
- Newcastle-under-Lyme, Newcastle, Staffordshire, England, United Kingdom
Hybrid / WFH Options - Employment Type
- Full-Time
- Salary
- £28,000 - £30,000 per annum
- Posted