Cyber Security Apprentice (DTS

Digital & Technology Services at the University of Nottingham is at the heart of an exciting period of digital transformation.As a Cyber Security Apprentice, you will gain experience of monitoring and detecting potential security threats and escalating as necessary. You will also support secure and uninterrupted operations through the implementation of cyber security mechanisms and the application of cyber security procedures and controls. 

You will contribute to the delivery of a security culture across our campuses, understanding vulnerabilities and threats and support the development of the university’s cyber security maturity. You will gain experience in applying procedures and controls to maintain security and control of our systems, and process security requests ensuring confidentiality, integrity and availability of information stored digitally.

We are committed to supporting and developing our people to achieve their full potential and throughout the apprenticeship you will receive coaching, guidance and assistance from the Cyber Security team.

On successful completion of this apprenticeship, you will achieve a BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions awarded by the University of Staffordshire (https://www.staffs.ac.uk/apprenticeships/courses/digital-technology-solutions-level-6)

Skills required: 

IT literate Enthusiastic and interested in IT and Cyber Security. Good working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications Enthusiasm towards work and learning Good communication skills (written and verbal) Good analytical and problem solving skills 

Qualifications required:

5 GCSEs grades A*-C/9-4 or equivalent (including English Language and Maths)3 A levels or equivalent (2As and 1 B preferred)

Note: Where applicants are studying towards A levels or equivalent, then predicted grades should be indicated in the application. Any appointment will be subject to meeting the required grade to enrol on the BSc (Hons) Digital and Technology Solutions course.

As an employer of choice, University of Nottingham offers an extensive benefits package including: 

An initial 42 month contract, paying up to £26,396 per annum, depending on experience27 days leave, 5 closure days + bank holidays Excellent pension schemeEmployee Discount SchemesFlexible workingOngoing training and development

The post is offered on a full time (36.25 hours per week), fixed term contract until 1 June 2029. 

Interviews are due to commence week commencing May 12th. 

Closing Date: 27 Apr 2025 Category: Apprenticeships