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Cyber Security Technician Apprentice

  • QA Apprenticeships
  • Carlisle, Cumbria
  • £6.73 per hour
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  • GMFJ Reference
    254650
  • Wages
    £6.73 p/h
  • Hours
    37.50 per week
  • Date Posted
    02/10/2024
  • Start Date
    02/10/2024
  • Duration
    Not Specified

  • Location
    Carlisle
  • Status
    Now Taking Applications
  • Sector
    Cyber security professionals
  • Opportunity Type
    Higher Level 4
  • Employer
    QA Apprenticeships

Description

Employer description: 
David Allen offer a range of high quality services with specialised staff in Accountancy, Financial Services, IT Solutions and Tax in Cumbria and across the UK.



Overview:
We are now looking for an eager candidate to join us as an apprentice. 



You will support the cyber security of clients of David Allen IT Solutions by working remotely using our RMM technologies, and on-site at customers premises to ensure effective cyber security controls and processes are in place and actioned.



The purpose will be to deliver excellent customer service and ensure all work delivered is accurate and efficient at all times.



Main Duties: 





  • Support clients’ cyber security systems both remotely and on-site, ensuring effective controls are in place. 


  • Respond promptly to cyber security alerts, following defined processes and escalating when needed. 


  • Monitor backup infrastructure, perform restore tests, and address issues or failures. 


  • Identify, triage, and resolve security vulnerabilities using tools like Microsoft Defender and VSA. 


  • Assist clients with Cyber Essentials certification, gathering data and identifying compliance gaps. 


  • Support internal ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials Plus accreditations, including audits and penetration tests. 


  • Maintain clear communication with the team, providing updates on work and suggesting improvements. 


  • Pursue ongoing professional development and ensure apprenticeship assessments are completed on time. 




Skills required: 





  • Good communication skills. 


  • Problem-solving skills, especially in troubleshooting security issues. 


  • Willingness to learn, adapt, and maintain up-to-date technical knowledge.




Entry requirements
The entry requirements for this programme are as follows: 





  • an A Level in ICT 


  • OR an International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in ICT 


  • OR a Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject 


  • OR a BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (180 credits) 




Benefits: 





  • Ongoing training and development


  • You will get your birthday off


  • Commitment to staff wellbeing


  • Access to financial advice


  • Calendar of social events


  • Staff, family and friends, discount


  • Give a day to charity


  • Mental health support


  • Company sick pay


  • Free eye test


  • Complimentary refreshments and fruit


  • Free car parking


  • 24 hour advice and information line


  • Enhanced annual leave with service


  • Exclusive rewards website


  • Salary review after 12 months




Future prospects:
90% of QA Apprentices secure permanent employment after finishing their apprenticeship. 
Additionally, there may be opportunities to undertake further apprenticeship training as many of our programs offer on-going development tracks. 



Important information: 
Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 30,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed. 
Apply now!

For more information about this vacancy please contact QA on 01793696141 (Ref ID: 254650)

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