- GMFJ Reference
258913
- Wages
£29,525 p/a
- Hours
37.00 per week
- Date Posted
25/03/2025
- Start Date
24/09/2025
- Approx. Duration
24 Months
- Location
Swansea
- Status
Now Taking Applications
- Sector
IT
- Opportunity Type
Graduate Scheme
- Employer
Information Technology Services - Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency
Description
The Graduate Programme Cyber Security Analyst role is part of the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency's (DVLA's) Centre of Digital Excellence, looking to build skills across digital roles. You will undertake formal learning alongside building skills and experience in one of DVLA's Digital Teams.
Our department within the DVLA has a proven track record of developing people with a passion for IT. This two-year intensive programme will combine formal training with hands on experience, designed to teach you the skills you need to lay a solid foundation for a highly sought-after career in cyber security.
The DVLA are looking for 2 driven individuals to get involved in this exciting graduate scheme. Furthering your education and being a part of a fast paced and encouraging workforce.
You will be based in our Information Technology Services (ITS) department, working closely with experienced Cyber Security Professionals who will guide and support you to develop your career.
You will be part of a dynamic team where the activities will include working as part of the DVLA Security Operations Centre (SOC), evaluating cyber risk, supporting a security consultancy practice and using a wide range of modern security tools and controls.
We’re looking for individuals with an interest in cyber security, have an analytical mindset, the ability to make decisions under pressure and the desire and commitment, to learn and develop new skills while building experience leading to a long-term career.
Your responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:
- You will initially be assigned to work as part of the SOC with training to get the basic skills required to analyse security events using modern detective and analytics tooling and to respond to security incidents. This should equip you to fulfil the role of a Tier 1 SOC Analyst and will also include some skills associated with Tier 2 SOC roles.
- Early in your time with us you would also be taught the basics of cyber risk analysis and risk management, and how to evaluate the security relevance of technical and IT change.
- As your experience grows you will also have the opportunity to acquire the basics of security architecture and an understanding of a range of security tools and controls.
For more information about this vacancy please contact GetMyFirstJob Recruitment on opportunities@getmyfirstjob.co.uk (Ref ID: 258913)
We'll assess you against these behaviours during the selection process:
- Making Effective Decisions
- Working Together
Have a degree in/ or be in your final year of a degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security or any of the following STEM Subjects:
• Science
• Technology
• Engineering
• Mathematics
If you believe you have a degree in a STEM related subject but are not sure this relates to this qualification requirement please contact ITSRecruitment@dvla.gov.uk before you answer this question.
Applications will be accepted from those currently working towards a degree, providing they meet the above requirements to start the Programme in September 2025. We will ask for evidence that you have met the qualification.
Failure to evidence meeting the qualification requirements after receiving an offer will result in the offer being rescinded.
To undertake this unique opportunity, you will need good analytical skills and be effective at making decisions, as well as having an aptitude for IT and a commitment and drive to learn new skills. You will be committed to developing the skills you need to succeed in a career in cyber security.
We are looking for enthusiastic, flexible individuals with an interest in seeking a career in cyber security. You will be motivated, proactive, with a passion for self-development and someone who enjoys the opportunity to drive change in a fast paced and dynamic IT environment.
You must be able to start on Wednesday 24th September 2025.
Alongside your salary of £29,525, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Agency contributes £8,553 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme. Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.
Passionate, reliable and always willing to push yourself and those around you, you’ll continue to seek improvement in your own role and challenge us too. Because we pride ourselves on how we approach your development. From training courses to specialist skills workshops and opportunities to grow your expertise, we thrive when you thrive. You can find out more about all of the above here alongside a full list of our benefits:
- Best in class learning and development tailored to your role?
- An environment with flexible working options where we encourage a great work-life balance?
- A culture encouraging inclusion and diversity?with a range of staff communities to support all our colleagues?
- Generous employer contribution of 28.97%, depending on chosen pension scheme
- Digital communities?with clear career frameworks
- On-site gym plus personal training available (membership applies)
- On-site nursery, restaurants and coffee bar?
- 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays), increasing by 1 each year (up to 30) & 1 extra day for the King’s birthday
- Free parking?
- A hybrid office/home based working model where staff will spend a minimum of 60% of their time in the office over a month, with flexibility dependent on balancing business and individual need.
This role is full time only. Applicants who wish to work an alternative pattern are welcome to apply however your preferred working pattern may not be available and you should discuss this with the vacancy holder before applying.
The programme will include undertaking a number of qualifications that will require examinations as well as on-team training. There will be regular assessment points to evaluate the progress and proficiency of candidates. You will be assessed at checkpoints throughout the programme, failure to successfully meet the standard during checkpoints could result in 3 months’ notice being provided to cease employment.
We reserve the right to seek full or partial repayment of costs associated with your qualification, should you not contribute to the programme, or may include related costs such as exam fees, membership fees or materials.
Great line management is important to us as an organisation, and we will equip and support line managers to develop the skills set out in the Civil Service Line Management Standards. We aim to empower line managers to create teams where people can flourish and deliver excellent outcomes for the public.