Cyber Security Technologist Degree Apprenticeship - Fareham, United Kingdom - Defence Science and Technology Laboratory

Defence Science and Technology Laboratory

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Fareham, United Kingdom

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Salary:

- £22,232

Salary increases incrementally each year of the apprenticeship

Job grade:

Administrative Officer
Dstl Level 3 (Level 6 apprenticeship)
Contract type:
Fixed Term
Apprenticeship
Length of employment:
4 Years plus time for End Point Assessment
Business area:

DSTL

Operations Division
Type of role:
Analytical
Digital
Information Technology
Science
Security
Working pattern:
Flexible working, Fulltime, Compressed Hours
Number of jobs available:
1Contents

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Location

Dstl Porton Down, Salisbury, Wiltshire, 0JQ or Dstl Portsdown West, Fareham, Hampshire, PO17 6ADAbout the job

Job summary:

Dstl employs some of the world's brightest people. We are always on the lookout for talented, dedicated, creative and innovative individuals to join us.

If you have a passion for Cyber Security, we have an exciting opportunity in our Digital Group within the Operations Division to undertake a Level 6 Cyber Security Technology Professional Apprenticeship.

Dstl Digital Group (DDG) provide the essential digital tools and expertise that enables DSTL to deliver cutting edge Science and Technology.

We have a multi-faceted role supporting not just Dstl, but also MOD, its agencies, the wider defence community and Other Government Departments (OGDs).

You will have the opportunity to learn from colleagues who are experts in their field, work with industrial & academic partners, and gain insights that can only come from real world experience.

What are the benefits of doing an apprenticeship at Dstl?

You will be getting years of actual work experience, where you have a say in what you do; there is no one size fits all, you lead your career and we help you get there.
You will get a fully funded apprenticeship.
You will have a dedicated team of managers and mentors that are there to ensure you get the best possible support you need to progress your career.
You will get as much support as you need; be that with the work you do, your studies or settling into Dstl.
You will have the ability to pursue additional training courses.
You get to work flexibly (when project allows) to suit your needs.
Dstl is ranked number 1 in The Job Crowds top employees for apprenticeship in the science and R&D Industry.

Here are some experiences of some of Dstl current apprentices.

Dstl recognises the importance of diversity and inclusion as people from diverse backgrounds bring fresh ideas.

We are committed to building an inclusive working environment in which each employee fulfils their potential and maximises their contribution.

Job description:

In this role you will follow apprentice standard ST0409 Cyber Security Technical Professional (integrated degree) and upon completion will receive a BSC (Hons) Cyber Security Technical Professional Degree and formally recognised for entry to Institute of Information Security Professionals membership at Associate level.

This course in done as blending learning which mean it will be a mixture of online and in person learning.

To read more about what you will learn please follow the standard like to read the full course details.

As part of your role in Dstl you will:

Be integral to supporting the development of the UK's cyber security and defence capabilities within DDG.
Conduct technical security activities helping to detect and respond to incidents within Dstl network environments.
Support the grading and reporting of incidents and associated vulnerabilities, working closely under the guidance of a variety of tasking leads.
Analyse and evaluate security threats and hazards to systems, services and processes across Dstl's IT estate.
Support the provision of corporate governance and technical advice within Dstl to ICT programmes, projects and support services.
Drive the governance and direction of the technical architecture of corporate systems.
Assist with the registration, renewal and associated audit activity, working closely with others to ensure our requirements are met, all within security and industry good practice.

Person specification:

We are looking for someone who has:

A passion for computer sciences and finding solutions to difficult challenges.
The ability to think clearly, systematically and logically, and with good organisational skills.
An aptitude for picking up new technologies and processes and understanding how they work.
Taking responsibility for your own learning outcomes.
Demonstrable technical knowledge and practical skills in computing, this may have been obtained outside of the work environment.
A talent for developing good working relationships with key customers and partners.

Important Information

This role will require full UK security clearance and you should have resided in the UK for the past 5 years.

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