Cyber Security Higher Apprenticeship
by Virgin Media O2
Job Details
Cyber Security Higher Apprenticeship
Take on the Cyber Security World
Our Cyber Security teams are the ones responsible for fighting cyber attacks, dissecting digital threats and building our business defences. Join us as a Cyber Security Apprentice and you can join them in creating a safer online space, rotate between action packed teams and earn £30,000 whilst doing it!
Build skills for the future
As an Apprentice, you’ll get involved in real-world scenarios, take challenges head-on and learn everything there is to know about how we keep our business safe from cyber threats. Day-to-day, you could be investigating security incidents, participating in security training, or completing vulnerability assessments and penetration tests to identify and resolve security weaknesses. Other exciting things you could be working on include:
- Working in our Threat Intelligence team to understand different threats and what they can do
- Experiencing our Security Operations team to learn where threats come from and how we respond to them
- Discovering new and innovative ways to protect the cloud environment alongside our Cyber Engineering team
- Translating different risks into business language with our Cyber Risk team
- Completing physical risk assessments to identify how our sites may be at threat, such as lack of security cameras, open windows, etc…
What we look for
We look for real passion and interest in Cyber Security, with the motivation to develop your career. We want to see strong team working skills, as well as the ability to work well independently. You must have at least 5 GCSEs, including English and Maths, at level 4-9. Other qualities we’re interested in include:
- Problem solving skills
- Strong communication & relationship building skills
- Basic analytical skills
We’re 100% committed to having a workforce that represents every part of our society, so we’re keen to hear from candidates of all backgrounds and circumstances. The only barrier to applying would be if you didn’t have the right to work in the UK and were unable to obtain it without our support.
What’s in it for you
A level 4 Cyber Security apprenticeship, support in developing your career, and a starting salary of £30,000. You’ll be working with a supportive team, dedicated to giving you the exposure you need to make it in the Cyber Sec world. Plus, you’ll get access to all of our employee benefits, including:
- 25 days’ holiday, increasing to 28 days’ after 5 years
- Flexible benefits package including pension, medical plans and buying and selling holiday
- Huge discounts on everything from days out to household bills
- …and loads more!
What is involved with studying for an apprenticeship?
Your apprenticeship is made up of learning on the job, but also gaining the academic skills to put into practice in your day-to-day job. As a result, you'll complete the apprenticeship as part of a structured learning programme alongside working in the role. The learning programme is made up of a suite of modules and milestones and you’ll be required to evidence your work against these modules via tasks and assignments. For some apprenticeships, you may also undertake additional technical qualifications, which include studying for, and taking an exam. Once you have completed your modules and milestones, you’ll then move to your End Point Assessment (EPA) which is typically made up of an interview and a project. Once you pass this stage, you will receive your apprenticeship qualification with us.
We are Virgin Media O2
Since we joined forces, we’ve been reimagining connectivity to upgrade the UK. We’re a beacon of innovation, brimming with new ideas and dedicated people. Lighting up life for millions of homes, businesses and communities. Striving to give our customers unconditional connectivity. We’re here to challenge the market – to win, not compete.
Apprenticeship: Level 4 Cyber Security
Duration: 24 months (all apprenticeships come with permanent contracts)
Location: Reading
Requirements: At least 5 GCSEs, including Maths and English, at grade 4-9
Salary: Starting salary of £30,000, with an increase to £33,000 after 12 months. Final salaries start from £40,000 + amazing benefits
About Virgin Media O2
We’re Virgin Media O2. For 20 years, we’ve grown our business on pioneers and big thinkers – and we remain at the cutting edge of fibre-optic broadband today. Through our multi award-winning services, we connect millions of homes and businesses across the UK and Ireland.
At Virgin Media O2, we’re about supporting the wellbeing of our people, empowering you to learn and grow, and making sure you bring your authentic self to work, every single day. Don’t believe us? 94% of our Future Careers workforce would recommend Virgin Media O2 as a great place to work!
We know what it means to be part of a team. Your job is more than the role you have, and we’re here to support you. We’re one team, with three values.
- *We’re brave. We all play a part in making things happen for our customers and each other. We know we can thrive through anything.
- *We’re real. Our purpose keeps us true and transparent, as we delivery on our promised to each other and our customers.
- *We’re together. We’re a high-performing team. Inclusivity and our customers come first in everything we do.
We’re excited about your future too. Our Future Careers schemes are designed to give graduates, interns and apprentices the knowledge, skills, experience and exposure needed to make it big. We’ve got unmissable opportunities across all areas of our business, so there’s bound to be a role for you – let’s see what you can do!
How to apply
To apply for this programme and to find out more, please click on the apply button below.
Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.