Cryptography Operations Technician Review

by Barclays

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

8.4/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Cryptography operations, triage of application/project requirements, configuration of hardware/client software.

8/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

University has consolidated skills learnt in the workplace and vice versa.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

I reasonably enjoy the programme. At times it is laborious but this is what I signed up for and I am happy to be progressing well.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Well organised

7/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

I receive a lot of support from my employer, this has been influential in my progression so far. My line manager and team are extremely supportive and understanding of any University commitments and are happy to offer advise.

10/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

Good support from skills coach

9/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

University has consolidated skills learnt in the workplace and vice versa. This has allowed me to progress nicely in the workplace takijg on more responsibilities wuite quickly and early on in my programme.

9/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

Yes

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Barclays to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Barclays is great company to work for. There is a lot of benefits and work perks and the support system is very good.

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Barclays?

Be professional. Soft skills gona long way