Cyber Threat Detection & Response Higher Apprenticeship - Sno
QA Limited · Wales · SY10 8NR
About the role
Launch Your Cyber Security Career with SNO! 🚀 Earn while you learn, investigate real threats, use industry tools, and gain hands-on experience with expert support. 🛡️
Overview
Fascinated by cyber threats, digital investigations, and how organisations defend themselves? 🤔 We’re seeking an ambitious Cyber Threat Detection & Response Apprentice to join our growing team and kickstart an epic career in one of tech's fastest-growing fields. This is your chance to get hands-on experience investigating cyber threats, mastering industry-standard security tools, earning recognised qualifications, and developing the skills for a killer career in cyber security, cloud tech, and security operations. 💻✨
What you’ll be doing
As a Cyber Threat Detection & Response Apprentice at SNO, you'll team up with experienced pros to level up our cyber defence. Your mission will include:
- Keeping an eye on network traffic and security alerts for potential threats. 🚨
- Backing up investigations into security incidents, gathering intel, and documenting findings. 📝
- Using SIEM tools to spot and analyse suspicious activity. 🕵️♀️
- Teaming up with the cyber security squad to tackle incidents and roll out defence strategies. 🤝
- Helping update incident response guides and procedures. 📚
- Contributing to threat intel reviews and sharing insights with the team. 🧠
- Whipping up reports and presentations on security incidents and trends. 📊
- Staying in the loop with the latest cyber threats and tech. 🌐
What we’re looking for
- A genuine passion for IT and cyber security, with a drive to learn new skills. 🔥
- Epic problem-solving abilities and a super sharp eye for detail. 👀
- Awesome written and verbal communication skills. 🗣️
- Ability to crush it solo and as part of a team. 💪
- You can totally own your workload and manage your time like a boss. ⏰
- Full, clean driver’s license and access to a vehicle (nice to have, not a dealbreaker!). 🚗
- Must be based in or able to travel consistently to Oswestry, Shropshire. 📍
- A basic grasp of networking, operating systems, or cyber security concepts would be cool, but we'll help you build these skills! 🎓
Entry requirements
- An A-Level in ICT
- OR an International Baccalaureate at Level 3 ICT
- OR an A-Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject
- OR a BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (180 credits)
Got a mix of qualifications and experience that show you've got the foundation? You could still be considered! If your qualifications are international, you'll need official proof of how they compare to UK standards. 🌍
Working hours
37.5 hours per week (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm with a 30-minute lunch break) 📅
What we offer
- 20 days holiday allowance (boosting to 25 with service), plus UK bank holidays. 🏖️
- Company pension scheme. 💰
- A structured learning and development plan, including paid study time and support for professional qualifications. 📚
- Real hands-on experience in a thriving, supportive IT security environment. 💯
- Chances to work with cutting-edge security tech. 🚀
- Mentorship from seasoned cyber security pros. 🧑🏫
- A competitive apprenticeship salary with potential for career growth after completion. 📈
Future prospects
90% of QA apprentices land permanent jobs after finishing – that’s 20% higher than the national average! 🌟
About the Company
SNO is your go-to for network operations, managed IT, cloud solutions, and cyber security. Since 2017, we've grown into an international powerhouse, supporting clients across the UK, US, and beyond. Our team of 100+ specialists keeps businesses connected, secure, and future-ready with awesome tech solutions. 🌐🤝
Key responsibilities
- Assisting in monitoring network traffic and security alerts to identify potential threats
- Supporting investigations into security incidents, gathering evidence and documenting findings
- Using Security Information and Event Management (SIEM) tools to detect and analyse suspicious activities
- Collaborating with the cyber security team to respond to incidents and implement mitigation strategies
- Helping maintain and update incident response documentation and procedures