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Cyber Apprentice

Foreign and Commonwealth Development Services • Level 4 • Milton Keynes, England, United Kingdom • £29.11k / year • 3w ago

£29,110 starting salary package and excellent benefits. Leading to a potential salary package upon qualification of £33,407

Based in Hanslope Park, Milton Keynes with the flexibility of hybrid working depending on business need.

Free shuttle bus available between central Milton Keynes and Hanslope Park .

At FCDO Services we protect the UK’s interests at home and overseas. We design and construct secure government buildings and courier diplomatic packages worldwide, safeguard government tech and a whole lot more. Our work is as varied and vital as it gets, but we never lose sight of our people. Their skills, aspirations and growth mean as much as the global mission we’re on. In our world, it all matters.

Our Digital and Data technology team are at the forefront of digital innovation. They provide best in-class solutions for our clients, helping to shape and support a data driven future for UK government. Whether it’s creating bespoke, secure software, offering programme and application support or moving an entire embassy’s servers to a Cloud platform. No matter the task, they are on hand to support. Now, you’ve got the opportunity to join them.

Providing innovation to government partners.

Delivering best-in-class solutions

Working at the cutting-edge of technology

It all matters.

Develop your skills to secure IT and mobile solutions, and prevent cyber attacks.

Combining your studies with practical hands-on experience within various Cyber Security teams, this is a unique opportunity to develop an exhilarating career. Starting with small tests and incidents before progressing to the type of situations that could compromise people, data and assets, you’ll be taught everything you need to know to secure a Level 4 Cyber Security Technologist qualification.

We work with government-level customers who have the very highest security classifications, so over 20-months we’ll teach you everything from security testing and monitoring through to patch and vulnerability management. By the time you’ve completed your apprenticeship, you’ll be dealing with investigations into critical incidents, and you’ll know how to use the latest tools to identify possible vulnerabilities our own systems. And with a qualification and plenty of knowledge under your belt, we’re hopeful that you’ll stay with us to pursue a permanent career in our cutting-edge team.

Use your knowledge to protect classified information – and the people behind it.

Regardless of whether you’re looking for a career change, you’re returning to work after a career break or you’re a school-leaver, you’ll find the chance to develop a deeply interesting career – all with the support of colleagues who are passionate about playing their part in protecting their customers.

You will therefore have a minimum of five GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 9-4 (A*-C) in subjects including English and Maths. As a British Citizen, you will be at least 16-years old, and you’ll bring an organised approach to every challenge. Great attention to detail is essential, and you will be a team-player who enjoys collaborating with others. Above all else, you’ll be friendly, reliable and easy to work with – and you’ll have a genuine passion for cyber issues.

Put your future first, with a career to be proud of.

Working with us you’ll help keep people, information, and assets safe around the world. It’s a role you can feel proud of; and we aim to make every part of your career just as rewarding. That’s why when you join us, expect to receive a competitive salary, generous holiday entitlement and a Civil Service Pension. Along with this, you’ll also have access to training and other development opportunities to help grow your career with us. Our offices have an on-site gym, nursery, café, and restaurant, and we offer interest-free loans on season tickets and bikes to help you get there. It's a great set of benefits made to support all you do, and all you need.

Want to see your future team’s work in action? Step into our Virtual Embassy and select a guide to take you round to see how we deliver for government customers and how you could help. Explore the embassy now at virtual-embassy.fcdoservicescareers.co.uk.

Every single colleague must be security cleared before joining us. If you’re successful in your application, we’ll ask you to undergo our vetting process to achieve Security Clearance (SC) clearance.

Closing date: 16th March 2025

It takes a diverse team to protect a diverse world.

The vital work we do takes an incredible community of colleagues, with different skills, backgrounds, cultures and identities. We support every individual, so that you always know you’re welcome and valued. It’s what makes us a Disability Confident employer. And why we’re recognised as a ‘Carer Confident’ workplace. And it’s how you know you’re joining an inspiring, inclusive organisation.

Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: From £29,110.00 per year

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