2027 Technology Cyber and Security Graduate Programme Knutsford

Barclays; Knutsford; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

Barclays in Knutsford is offering an Explorer Programme role within its Technology Cyber and Security division. The two-year programme includes three eight-month rotations and bespoke job-based training to prepare you for advanced security delivery across the bank.

Applicants should have a strong degree or expected degree by June 2027, with a keen interest in technology, problem solving, and delivering innovative security solutions. Visa sponsorship is possible for eligible candidates.

Job description

Job Description Purpose of the role

To support the day-to-day operations of the Chief Security Office, providing insights and expertise that help support the vision and mission of the business area. Accountabilities Collaboration with experts across teams to help reduce risk, protect our customer and clients, and provide a world class service for our business. Identification of opportunities for us to improve and maximise agility and develop an agile and intelligence led approach to security delivery. Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business projects and initiatives. Identification of opportunities for us to improve, and clearly articulating to drive positive change across the function.

Analyst Expectations

To perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard consistently driving continuous improvement. Requires in-depth technical knowledge and experience in their assigned area of expertise Thorough understanding of the underlying principles and concepts within the area of expertise They lead and supervise a team, guiding and supporting professional development, allocating work requirements and coordinating team resources. If the position has leadership responsibilities, People Leaders are expected to demonstrate a clear set of leadership behaviours to create an environment for colleagues to thrive and deliver to a consistently excellent standard. The four LEAD behaviours are: L – Listen and be authentic, E – Energise and inspire, A – Align across the enterprise, D – Develop others. OR for an individual contributor, they develop technical expertise in work area, acting as an advisor where appropriate. Will have an impact on the work of related teams within the area. Partner with other functions and business areas. Takes responsibility for end results of a team’s operational processing and activities. Escalate breaches of policies / procedure appropriately. Take responsibility for embedding new policies/ procedures adopted due to risk mitigation. Advise and influence decision making within own area of expertise. Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct. Maintain and continually build an understanding of how own sub-function integrates with function, alongside knowledge of the organisations products, services and processes within the function. Demonstrate understanding of how areas coordinate and contribute to the achievement of the objectives of the organisation sub-function. Make evaluative judgements based on the analysis of factual information, paying attention to detail. Resolve problems by identifying and selecting solutions through the application of acquired technical experience and will be guided by precedents. Guide and persuade team members and communicate complex / sensitive information. Act as contact point for stakeholders outside of the immediate function, while building a network of contacts outside team and external to the organisation. All colleagues will be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Values of Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence and Stewardship – our moral compass, helping us do what we believe is right. They will also be expected to demonstrate the Barclays Mindset – to Empower, Challenge and Drive – the operating manual for how we behave.

Our Explorer Programme

You’ll join our explorer programme, a 2-year programme designed to give you depth and breadth of experience. Participating in job-based bespoke training from the start enabling you to go fully-equipped into your role as you embark on the first of three eight-month long rotations.

Why the Technology Cyber and Security programme?

Cyber and Security teams help protect Barclays, our customers and our colleagues. You’ll learn how technology, controls, threat intelligence and secure engineering come together to manage risk and keep services resilient. This is an opportunity to build technical skills while contributing to work that matters across the bank. To be considered for this opportunity, you'll be motivated with a strong degree or expected degree achieved before June 2027. You’ll also bring a genuine interest in technology, strong problem-solving skills and the drive to deliver innovative solutions.

Visa Sponsorship and Work Requirements

Barclays will accept applications from candidates who require visa sponsorship to work in the UK and will provide a skilled worker visa for successful applicants if they meet the Home Office’s eligibility criteria for a skilled worker visa. Successful applicants who are not eligible to receive a skilled worker visa, and who we are therefore unable to secure a skilled worker visa for, will be required to have their own legal right to work in the UK on a full-time basis from August 2027 to August 2029.

Working In Knutsford

Set in 64 acres of gardens and centred around the historic Radbroke Hall, our Knutsford campus blends heritage with innovation. We’re redeveloping the site into a world-class, sustainable workspace that fosters collaboration and wellbeing. Colleagues enjoy a vibrant community with clubs and activities ranging from yoga and running to beekeeping and boardgames. With free shuttle buses from nearby transport hubs and onsite parking, getting here is easy too. It is the policy of Barclays to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law.

The closing date for applications is 27 November 2026

Please note that this vacancy may close ahead of the advertised date due to application volumes, and we therefore recommend submitting your application as early as possible.

Our Work Experience

Our Work Experience is the combination of everything that's unique about us: our culture, our core values, our company meetings, our commitment to sustainability, our recognition programs, but most importantly, it's our people. Our employees are self-disciplined, hard working, curious, trustworthy, humble, and truthful. They make choices according to what is best for the team, they live for opportunities to collaborate and make a difference, and they make us the #1 Top Workplace in the area.