Cyber Security Engineer Higher Apprenticeship - Specialist Network Operations
QA Limited · Wales · SY10 8NR
About the role
Ready to Level Up Your Career? 🚀 Launch your cyber security journey with SNO!
Cyber Security Engineer Apprentice 🛡️
Dreaming of a career that’s always on the cutting edge? 💡 Want to be at the forefront of protecting digital worlds? We're on the hunt for ambitious individuals like you to join our awesome team as a Cyber Security Engineer Apprentice. This is your golden ticket to an exciting, in-demand career where you’ll earn, learn, and actually *do* things from day one.
What You'll Be Doing:
You won't just be observing – you'll be diving in! 🏊♂️ You’ll team up with our experienced cyber security and IT pros to safeguard systems, networks, and precious data from the sneaky tactics of cyber threats. You'll get hands-on experience across a bunch of cool security areas, including:
- Keeping our IT security systems (think firewalls, antivirus, intrusion detection) in tip-top shape. 🚒
- Helping us spot and understand potential security threats, vulnerabilities, and risks. 🕵️♀️
- Jumping in to help with security incidents and responding to emergencies. 🚨
- Keeping our security policies and procedures documented. 📝
- Being part of security checks and making sure we're playing by the rules. ✅
- Spreading the word about cybersecurity best practices and training. 🗣️
- Staying ahead of the game by keeping up with the latest cyber security trends and tech. 🧠
What We're Looking For:
- A genuine buzz for IT and cyber security. If you love tinkering and learning, you're in! ✨
- You’re a natural problem-solver who doesn't miss a beat. 🧐
- You can communicate your ideas clearly, both in writing and when you speak. 💬
- You can crush it solo and be a star player on our team. 🌟
- You’re organized and can manage your time like a pro. ⏰
- A full, clean driving license and access to a vehicle is a bonus! 🚗 (but not a dealbreaker!)
- You're located in or can reliably travel to Oswestry, Shropshire. 📍
Don't worry if you don't know everything yet! A basic understanding of networking, operating systems, or cyber security concepts is cool, but not essential. We’re here to help you build those foundational skills. 💪
Entry Requirements (Pick One or Show Us Your Equivalent!):
- An A-Level in ICT 🎓
- An International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in ICT 📜
- A Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject 🏅
- A BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (180 credits) 💻
Got a mix of qualifications and experience that shows you're ready? You could still be a perfect fit! If your qualifications are from outside the UK, please be ready to provide official documentation comparing them to UK standards.
The Deets:
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, with a 30-min lunch break 🥪)
- Pay: Competitive apprenticeship salary with great potential for growth! 💰
- Perks: 20 days holiday (plus bank holidays, increasing with service!), company pension scheme, structured learning, paid study time, and support for professional qualifications. 🌴
- Future: Our apprentices have a whopping 90% chance of landing a permanent role after their program – way above the national average! 📈
About SNO:
Since 2017, SNO has been a trusted name in network operations, managed IT, cloud solutions, and cyber security. We're an international crew of over 100 specialists helping businesses stay connected, secure, and future-ready with awesome tech. Join us and be part of something big! 🌍
Ready to Apply? Hit that apply button! Applications might close early, so don't wait too long! 🏃♀️💨
Key responsibilities
- Assisting in monitoring and maintaining IT security systems
- Supporting the identification and assessment of security threats, vulnerabilities and risks
- Assisting with security incident investigations and response activities
- Maintaining documentation on security policies, procedures and standards
- Participating in security audits and compliance checks