12-Month Cyber Security & Digital Trust Placement

Pa Consulting; Greater London; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 32,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private healthcare

25 days annual leave

Generous pension

Community involvement

Annual performance-based bonus

Tax efficient benefits

Job summary

PA Consulting invites undergraduates to join as an industrial placement student in cyber security. You will work on meaningful projects from day one, gaining exposure to security strategy, risk reduction, and technology controls while building practical experience in a consulting environment.

You will be based at our London Victoria Office, with the role commencing in July 2027 for 12 months and a salary of £28,860 per annum.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security or IT preferred but open to all disciplines.
• Passion for cyber security and awareness of latest industry trends.
• Growth mindset, curiosity, and collaborative spirit.
• Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
• Coding experience with Python and SQL beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Assist in cyber security projects across strategy and implementation.
• Collaborate with clients and teams to identify security controls.
• Support development of security-related processes and culture.

Skills

Cyber security knowledge

Python

SQL

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Undergraduate degree in CS/Cyber security/IT

Tools

None

Job description

PA Consulting invites undergraduates to join as an industrial placement student in cyber security. You will work on meaningful projects from day one, gaining exposure to security strategy, risk reduction, and technology controls while building practical experience in a consulting environment.

You will be based at our London Victoria Office, with the role commencing in July 2027 for 12 months and a salary of £28,860 per annum.