Cyber Security - Apprenticeship

Direct Online Services is looking for a motivated and curious Cyber Security Apprentice to join our Technology team.

This role is designed for someone who wants to build a long-term career in cyber security while gaining real business experience across IT operations, systems, infrastructure, ecommerce platforms, data, security governance and incident response.

The apprentice will support the business in protecting our systems, data, customers, colleagues and digital platforms. They will work closely with the Technology team to understand security risks, improve controls, support day-to-day cyber operations and apply learning from the Cyber Security Technical Professional Degree Apprenticeship directly into the workplace.

The apprenticeship programme covers key areas including computers and security, programming, web development, operating systems, ethical hacking, network design, cryptography, cyber security management, advanced networking, malware analysis, secure coding and a final work-based dissertation project. 

• Cyber Security Operations
• Identity, Access and User Security
• Network, Infrastructure and Endpoint Security
• Web, Ecommerce and Application Security
• Cyber Governance, Risk and Compliance
• Incident Response and Business Resillience
• Data, Reporting and Security Analytics
• Work-Based Projects and Continuous Improvement

Direct Online Services is looking for a motivated and curious Cyber Security Apprentice to join our Technology team.

This role is designed for someone who wants to build a long-term career in cyber security while gaining real business experience across IT operations, systems, infrastructure, ecommerce platforms, data, security governance and incident response.

The apprentice will support the business in protecting our systems, data, customers, colleagues and digital platforms. They will work closely with the Technology team to understand security risks, improve controls, support day-to-day cyber operations and apply learning from the Cyber Security Technical Professional Degree Apprenticeship directly into the workplace.

The apprenticeship programme covers key areas including computers and security, programming, web development, operating systems, ethical hacking, network design, cryptography, cyber security management, advanced networking, malware analysis, secure coding and a final work-based dissertation project. 

We are looking for someone who is:

·        Curious about technology, security and how systems work.

·        Able to think logically and solve problems.

·        Comfortable asking questions and learning from others.

·        Organised, reliable and able to manage study alongside work.

·        Able to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical colleagues.

·        Honest, ethical and trusted with sensitive information.

·        Calm under pressure.

·        Detail-focused, especially when reviewing risks, logs, access or documentation.

·        Willing to learn new tools, systems and ways of working.

·        Motivated to build a long-term career in cyber security. 

The successful candidate must meet the apprenticeship entry requirements, including:

·        Full-time employment for the duration of the apprenticeship.

·        GCSE Maths and English at grade C/4 or above, or equivalent Level 2 qualifications, before completion of the End Point Assessment.

·        A genuine interest in cyber security, technology and business systems.

·        Ability to commit to a 3-year degree apprenticeship programme.

The attached programme confirms that apprentices must be employed for at least 30 hours per week and must have Maths and English GCSE grade C/4 or equivalent before completing the End Point Assessment. 

• Employee discount
• 25 days holiday + 8 days bank holiday
• Free parking
• Health & wellbeing programme
• Referral programme