Cyber Security Apprentice (Fixed Term Contract)

Are you passionate about protecting critical systems and data from cyber threats? Do you thrive on solving complex problems and outsmarting malicious actors? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our elite team of cyber specialists as a Cyber Security Apprentice.

In this role, you'll be at the forefront of safeguarding our organisation's digital assets, working alongside seasoned professionals to develop cutting-edge security solutions. You'll dive deep into the world of cyber security, mastering the latest techniques and technologies to detect, analyse, and mitigate potential vulnerabilities and threats.

Throughout your apprentice you'll learn to design, build, and configure secure networks, write and test secure code, analyse malware, and conduct ethical system reconnaissance. You'll develop a keen understanding of risk assessment, security management systems, and legal and regulatory compliance standards.

But it's not just about technical skills - you'll also hone your problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and communication skills, enabling you to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present your findings to stakeholders.

A day in the life can involve:
- Analysing network traffic and system logs to identify potential security breaches
- Conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to uncover weaknesses
- Developing and implementing security policies and procedures
- Investigating and responding to cyber incidents, working closely with incident response teams
- Staying up-to-date with the latest cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure secure system design and development

Our cyber security team is a tight-knit group of passionate professionals dedicated to staying ahead of the curve in the ever-evolving cyber threat landscape. We foster a culture of continuous learning, knowledge-sharing, and mentorship, ensuring that you have the support and resources to grow and excel in your career.

We welcome individuals from all backgrounds who enjoy problem-solving and critical thinking as you will need to analyse complex security challenges and devise innovative solutions to mitigate risk. You will need to have a meticulous and detailed oriented approach when it comes to tasks be able to work effectively with cross-functional teams to communicate technical findings to a variety of stakeholders. You need to be a curious person who has a passion for staying up-to-date with the latest cyber security trends as well as a flexible attitude and an ability to perform under pressure whilst prioritising tasks., The recruitment process will start with your online application - simply submit your CV and complete a few quick eligibility questions. Next, you'll showcase your natural aptitude through an innovative game-based assessment. To get to know you beyond your CV, the next stage of the process will be a video interview. Here you'll be able to tell us more about you, your motivations and any transferrable skills you have. The final step is our assessment centre, where you'll meet the team, and demonstrate your passion in person. As part of the assessment centre, you may be expected to take part in a group exercise, a presentation, 1 to 1 interviews and other tasks relating to your chosen programme. After you've attended the assessment centre, the recruitment team will be in contact to confirm the outcome of your application.

We advise you to submit your application as soon as possible, as the roles will close once filled.

We will be holding online assessments from November through to February, with assessment centres taking place between February and May.

We will keep you informed throughout the application process to update you on the status of your application.

For the apprenticeship programme we prioritise applicants eligible to government funding for their apprenticeship and for this you need to:
- Be 18 years or over before the start date
- Have the right to live and work in England (if you are on a visa, this needs to enable you to legally work and reside in England for the entire duration of the programme).
- Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years
- Be a resident of the UK for the entire duration of the programme
- Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2025 or later
- Have at least 5 GCSEs C grade (grade 4) or above including Maths and English
- You must also have a minimum of 112 UCAS points, which includes 1 stem related qualification at level 3 (A-level, BTEC, etc)

PLEASE NOTE: This position is a 42month fixed-term contract.

You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship

Please note, you will be required to evidence your qualifications. If you have gained qualifications outside of the UK you will be required to evidence that they are equivalent. Note: This Apprenticeship assumes the candidate has some or little knowledge/experience of the occupation, and is NOT suitable for candidates who already have a similar or higher-level qualification in the same or similar subject of the apprenticeship. If you already have related qualifications or 2 years plus experience in this field please visit amazon.jobs, These will be a plus for your career at Amazon, but are not necessary to enter the programme:
- You are able to operate in a fast-paced environment
- You are able to demonstrate drive and a passion for learning

Here at Amazon, it's in our nature to learn and be curious. Within this apprenticeship, you'll have the opportunity to learn by doing, putting newfound knowledge into practice every day. Our first-class coaching, tailored development opportunities, and challenging, rewarding work will empower you to reach new heights. If you're a curious, ambitious learner eager to grow, this is your chance to unlock your full potential and build the future you envision.

You will gain a vast range of useful experiences and skills whilst working towards the BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Technical Professional Degree. As a working student your focus is to complete your studies in your 20% off the job time by learning and developing your skills, knowledge and behaviours to work towards successful graduation. You will be set objectives and goals by your training provider and manager to support your studies. Please note: As part of your off-the-job learning you will be required to travel to a training centre, which is located in Gloucester. Candidates should be prepared for occasional travel as part of the apprenticeship programme.

You will build your skills over a 42-month period, starting in September. These skills will help you develop personally and professionally. Your apprenticeship will be made up of classroom/virtual based training to cover knowledge, on-the-job training at your Amazon base location, online learning as well as mentoring from our experienced team members.

We value different perspectives and experiences, and we're dedicated to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. Our employee-led affinity groups including communities for women in tech, LGBTQ+ employees, and underrepresented minorities, foster a culture on inclusion that empowers us to be proud of our differences. These groups provide community, mentorship, and a platform for your voice to be heard. We're committed to building a workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve.

We're continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth's Best Employer. That's why you'll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship, and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional., Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. We make recruiting decisions based on your experience and skills. We value your passion to discover, invent, simplify and build. Protecting your privacy and the security of your data is a longstanding top priority for Amazon. Please consult our Privacy Notice (https://www.amazon.jobs/en/privacy_page) to know more about how we collect, use and transfer the personal data of our candidates.