Cyber Security Technology Apprenticeship Level 4

Cyber Security Technology Apprenticeship Level 4

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Cyber Security Technology Apprenticeship Level 4

Location:
Salford

A Civil Service pension with an employer contribution of 28.97%

Are you passionate about technology and problem solving? Join us as a Cyber Security Apprentice and play a key role in protecting critical national systems from evolving threats. This Level 4 Apprenticeship offers hands‑on experience, expert guidance and dedicated mentorship to help you build skills in cyber defence, risk management and security operations.

Launch your cyber‑security career with industry‑recognised qualifications and the chance to make a real difference to national safety. Learn, grow and help secure the UK’s digital future.

As a Cyber Security Technologist Apprentice specialising as a Cyber Risk Analyst, you will learn how to identify and mitigate cyber risks that could impact Home Office systems, information and services. You will gain practical experience in risk analysis and security governance while supporting compliance activities and contributing to technical and business‑focused tasks.

This role offers exposure to a wide range of stakeholders and real‑world challenges, helping you develop the skills needed for a successful career in cyber security.

This position includes completing a Level 4 apprenticeship, which takes around 18 months to complete.

To be eligible, you must:

• Have lived in the UK for at least 5 years before starting
• Not be in another apprenticeship or paid education
• Work at least 30 hours per week. In exceptional circumstances, reduced hours (no less than 16 per week) may be accommodated.
• Not already hold a similar qualification at Level 4 or higher

A-Levels grade C or above OR equivalent qualifications such as BTECs, CTEC, T-Levels, ICT Level 3 apprenticeship, OR relevant work experience such as working in a digital environment

and

GCSE Maths and English grade C or above (Level 4 in the new grading system)

• A genuine passion for pursuing a career in cyber security and public service
• Commitment to learning and self‑development, with motivation to continuously improve
• Ability to apply logical and creative thinking to problem solving
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to adapt to different audiences
• Analytical skills to identify patterns, trends and anomalies in data
• Ability to work collaboratively as part of a team and adapt to changing priorities
• Good IT skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office applications.

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