Cyber Security Technologist Apprentice

Skills an apprentice will learn:

Discover vulnerabilities in a system by using a mix of research and practical exploration Analyse and evaluate security threats and hazards to a system or service or processes. Use relevant external source of threat intelligence or advice (e.g. National Cyber Security Centre) Combine different sources to create an enriched view of cyber threats and hazards Research and investigate common attack techniques and relate these to normal and observed digital system behaviour and recommend how to defend against them. Interpret and demonstrate use of external source of vulnerabilities (e.g. OWASP, intelligence sharing initiatives, open source) Undertake security risk assessments for simple systems without direct supervision and propose basic remediation advice in the context of the employer Source and analyse security cases and describe what threats, vulnerability or risks are mitigated and identify any residual areas of concern Analyse employer or customer requirements to derive security objectives and taking account of the threats and overall context develop a security case which sets out the proposed security measures in the context with reasoned justification Identify and follow organisational policies and standards for information and cyber security and operate according to service level agreements or other defined performance targets Configure, deploy and use computer, digital network and cyber security technology Recommend improvements to the cyber security posture of an employer or customer based on research into future potential cyber threats and considering threat trends Write program code or scripts to meet a given design requirement in accordance with employers' coding standards Identify cyber security threats relevant to a defined context Accurately, objectively and concisely record and report the appropriate cyber security information, including in written reports within a structure or template provided Full information on Cyber security technologist (2021) (level 4) is available from the Institute for Apprenticeships and Technical Education

Training:

A successful candidate will complete a Level 4 Cyber Security Technologist Apprenticeship standard.

Training Outcome:

Cyber Security Technologist Level 4 Apprenticeship Standard.

Employer Description:
Global Banking School (GBS) is a dynamic and fast growing Higher Education provider with campuses across the UK.  We are a vibrant and diverse family of committed staff bringing life-changing learning to a wider range of communities. Applying evidence-based research and corporate case studies to classroom learning, we provide higher education that has real impact and real world relevance.

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm

Skills:
IT skills,Organisation skills,Attention to detail