Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship

Babcock Mission Critical Services España SA.; Bristol; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering services company in Bristol is offering a Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship. Over four years, you’ll gain a Level 6 qualification and hands-on experience in cyber security, working alongside experts to protect vital systems. Ideal candidates will have strong academic backgrounds and a passion for technology. The role provides personal development training, a supportive environment, and various benefits including a fully funded qualification and minimum 28 days holiday.

Benefits

Fully funded qualification

Minimum 28 days holiday allowance

Employee share scheme

Flexible benefits

Qualifications

• Eligible for Security Check (SC) clearance.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a cyber security environment.
• Interest in technology and security systems.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the secure design and implementation of systems.
• Work on internal and customer-facing programmes.
• Apply cyber security principles to digital systems.

Skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above

3 A Levels at grade B or above

Job description

Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship

Location: Bristol, GB, BS11 0YA

Onsite or Hybrid: OnSite

Programme title: Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship

Level: 6

Location: Bristol (Ashton House and Babcock Technology Centre)

Our 4-year Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship is an exciting opportunity to build your career in cyber security while gaining a Level 6 Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship Standard and a BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Technical Professional. Working alongside experienced professionals, you’ll help protect critical systems and information, contributing to the delivery of complex and vital services across the defence sector.

About the programme

You’ll join Babcock’s Information Security team and start building the knowledge and experience needed to become a Cyber Security Engineer. From day one, you’ll contribute to meaningful projects, capturing and refining cyber security requirements and supporting the secure design, development, and implementation of systems.

Day to day, you’ll work on a broad mix of internal and customer-facing programmes. You’ll learn how to apply cyber security principles to digital systems, contribute to assurance processes, and use Ministry of Defence frameworks to ensure systems are secure by design. You’ll also develop strong documentation, communication and logical thinking skills – all essential for a successful career in cyber.

This role will give you insight into the systems and strategies that underpin cyber defence and teach you how to navigate an evolving landscape with confidence. It’s a rewarding and highly relevant career path that makes a real-world impact.

Your education/training

You’ll work towards the Level 6 Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship Standard, delivered in partnership with Gloucestershire College and UWE Bristol.

You’ll cover core topics including Foundations of Cyber Security, Network Foundations, Computer Architecture and Operating Systems, Malware, Threats and Defensive Programming, Risk Assessment and Security Assurance, and Legal, Regulatory and Compliance Standards.

Upon successful completion, you’ll achieve a BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security Technical Professional and gain recognition as an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec).

Upon successful completion of the programme, you’ll step into the role of a Cyber Security Engineer at Babcock. Here, you’ll put your expertise to work in a supportive environment, contributing to critical projects that ensure the safety and security of information systems.

What you’ll need

• 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Maths and English
• 3 A Levels at grade B or above in subjects such as Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, or Design Technology. (Alternatively, a BTEC in Engineering Design or Computer Science may substitute one A Level.)
• Many of our apprenticeship programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels – GOV.UK.

What you’ll get

We’ll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career.

In addition, you’ll benefit from:

• Fully funded qualification
• Personal development training and opportunities
• Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
• Employee share scheme
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal

You’ll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities, which our apprentices find incredibly rewarding.

It’s hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and business experiences you’ll receive. You can expect real world encounters and exposure to exciting projects that will really help you navigate where you want to take your career.

Plus, when you join us, you’ll be automatically enrolled onto our Apprentice Development Programme. Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and our external partners, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive and perform at your very best on your programme and beyond.

Equal Opportunities

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.