Cyber Security Apprentice: Learn, Build & Protect

Amazon Inc.; Manchester; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Coaching and development

Mentorship

Travel for external training

Diversity and inclusion programs

Job summary

Amazon is offering a 42-month Cyber Security Apprenticeship in England. You will learn to design, build, and configure secure networks, test secure code, and analyse malware while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The program includes coaching, tailored development opportunities, and mentorship, with off-the-job learning and occasional travel to Gloucester for training. You will work toward a BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Technical Professional Degree, completing studies in 20% off-the-job

Qualifications

• Age 18+ before start date (Sept 2027)
• Right to live and work in England at enrolment (June 2027)
• UK/EEA residence for last 3 years
• Not enrolled on UK government funded course ending Aug 2027 or later
• Willingness to travel for external training as part of the apprenticeship
• 5 GCSEs at grade 4-9 (A-C) incl Maths & English
• Minimum 112 UCAS points with 1 STEM-related qualification at level 3
• Statement of Comparability if qualifications are from outside the UK
• Past qualifications reviewed for funding and offers are subject to funding
• 42-month fixed-term contract; no higher-level qualification in the same subject

Responsibilities

• Analyse network traffic and logs to identify breaches
• Conduct vulnerability assessments and pen tests
• Develop and implement security policies and procedures
• Investigate and respond to cyber incidents with IR teams
• Stay updated on threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigations
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure secure design and development

Skills

Curiosity

Problem solving

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Adaptability under pressure

Education

GCSEs A-C including Maths & English

112 UCAS points including STEM level 3

Job description

Amazon is offering a 42-month Cyber Security Apprenticeship in England. You will learn to design, build, and configure secure networks, test secure code, and analyse malware while collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The program includes coaching, tailored development opportunities, and mentorship, with off-the-job learning and occasional travel to Gloucester for training. You will work toward a BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Technical Professional Degree, completing studies in 20% off-the-job