Cybersecurity & AI Apprentice — Hands-on Training & Growth

Back To Work; Beeston; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Job summary

Back To Work is seeking an AI & IT Security Apprentice in the East Midlands to gain hands-on experience protecting systems and data while exploring how AI tools can enhance security and efficiency. You will be mentored by experienced professionals in IT security, AI technologies, and digital innovation within a technology-driven manufacturing setting.

As an apprentice, you’ll monitor systems, learn to identify risks, respond to security alerts, and help maintain security standards across office

Qualifications

• Strong teamwork skills.
• Good organisational and time-management abilities.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Passionate about technology, innovation, and digital transformation.
• A genuine interest in cybersecurity and artificial intelligence.

Responsibilities

• Learn to monitor IT systems and production networks for unusual activity or potential security issues.
• Assist in identifying and reporting risks that could affect manufacturing operations or data security.
• Support the team in responding to security alerts, helping to keep systems running smoothly.
• Help with routine checks and updates to ensure machines, devices, and software meet security standards.
• Assist in managing user accounts and access permissions, including staff working on production systems.
• Contribute to creating and updating security guidelines for both office and factory environments.
• Work with IT and engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve security-related issues.
• Learn about protecting operational technology (OT) and connected devices used in manufacturing.
• Stay informed about emerging cybersecurity threats, AI developments, and technology trends affecting industrial systems.
• Assist with the use of AI-powered security tools to help identify patterns, anomalies, and potential cyber threats.
• Support the development and testing of AI-driven automation processes that improve security monitoring and reporting.
• Learn how artificial intelligence can be used to analyse large datasets and help strengthen cybersecurity decision-making.
• Assist in evaluating new AI technologies and digital tools that could improve operational efficiency and security across the business.
• Help create reports and dashboards using AI-enhanced analytics tools to support IT and security teams.

Skills

Teamwork

Time management

Communication

Curiosity about cybersecurity

Willingness to learn

Job description

Back To Work is seeking an AI & IT Security Apprentice in the East Midlands to gain hands-on experience protecting systems and data while exploring how AI tools can enhance security and efficiency. You will be mentored by experienced professionals in IT security, AI technologies, and digital innovation within a technology-driven manufacturing setting.

As an apprentice, you’ll monitor systems, learn to identify risks, respond to security alerts, and help maintain security standards across office