Global Technology Cyber Security 12 month Industrial Placement 2026 Analyst - Chester

Bank of America; Chester; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial institution in Chester is seeking a Technology Analyst for a 12-month Industrial Placement. The role involves providing technical skills for cybersecurity solutions, working in a team environment, and addressing security issues. Candidates must pursue a relevant degree and are expected to demonstrate self-learning and effective communication skills. This placement is full-time from June 2026, with opportunities for full-time employment after completion.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree with completion between September 2027 and July 2028.
• Minimum 112 UCAS points (or equivalent) and on track for a minimum 2:1 degree.
• Must have the right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available for this role.

Responsibilities

• Providing analytical, strategic, and technical skills to design, develop, implement, and use cybersecurity solutions.
• Delivering innovative capabilities in a team environment.
• Responding to, researching, and mitigating security attacks.

Skills

Self-learning

Problem solving

Effective communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Fluency in English

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree

Job description

Overview

Global Technology, Cyber Security, 12 Month Industrial Placement Analyst
Chester, United Kingdom

About Us

Bank of America is guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We drive Responsible Growth and deliver for clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day. Being a Great Place to Work is core to how we drive Responsible Growth, including our commitment to an inclusive workplace, attracting and developing exceptional talent, supporting teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness, recognizing and rewarding performance, and making an impact in the communities we serve. Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture with role-specific flexibility. Join us to build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact.

The Team

Bank of America protects client information and maintains trust with investments in cybersecurity. Our Global Information Security (GIS) team of approximately 3,000 experts operates worldwide to identify, prevent and mitigate information security risks.

Programme Overview

Our 12-month Industrial Placement (IP) Analyst programme offers a broad and exciting experience of work as a full-time Technology Analyst. During your placement, you will fully integrate into one team and contribute from day one.

Training and Development

Your training and development are priorities, with extensive formal training at programme start, plus on-the-job support, educational speaker events, and mentorship throughout.

Responsibilities

• Providing analytical, strategic, and technical skills to design, develop, implement, and use state-of-the-art technology cybersecurity solutions aimed at reducing risk
• Delivering innovative capabilities in a team environment and leveraging skills and interests for a specific Global Information Security group
• Responding to, researching, measuring, detecting, and mitigating security attacks at the network and application layers
• Working on problems of moderate scope requiring analysis of situation or data
• Being responsible for global incident management and event management processes
• Supporting the production of metrics to track remediation activities
• Supporting Information Security activities including development of strategy and policy; vulnerability identification and management; monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity incidents

Eligibility

• Candidates must be pursuing a Bachelor's or Master's degree with completion between September 2027 and July 2028
• Minimum 112 UCAS points (or equivalent) and on track for a minimum 2:1 degree
• Must have the right to work in the UK; visa sponsorship is not available for this role
• Must have a 12-month placement built into the academic curriculum and be available to join from June 2026 for 12 months. This programme dates cannot be adjusted; full-time availability for the full 12 months is required

Candidates who perform well may be offered full-time employment starting July 2028; some lines of business may offer January or April start dates. Deferrals are not available.

What we are looking for

Essential:

• Show demonstrable evidence of self-learning outside of studies and efforts to advance technical skills
• Display motivation for a Technology career within financial services and interest in Information Security
• Demonstrate innovative thinking and strong problem solving
• Demonstrate effective communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrate teamwork, leadership, and ability to work in a fast-paced environment
• Fluency in written and spoken English
• Demonstrate integrity and ethics by earning trust and respect through honesty and professionalism

Our Recruitment Process

Analyst internship and full-time recruiting take place on a rolling basis. Assessments may begin before the deadline, so apply early for the best chance of consideration. We value equal opportunity and inclusive recruitment. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to attracting, retaining, and developing diverse talent. We are an equal opportunity employer and ensure that no applicant is treated unfavorably on grounds of gender, race, religion, age, disability, or other protected characteristics. The Bank selects candidates for interview based on skills, qualifications, and experience.

Workplace Adjustments

If you need a workplace adjustment to search for a job opening or to complete your application or video interview, please email [e-mail] and we will respond within two business days.

Salary and Benefits

We offer a competitive Salary and Benefits package.