Hands-On Cyber Threat Detection Apprentice

QA Limited; Oswestry; On-site; GBP 12,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

20 days holiday

Pension scheme

Structured learning plan

Paid study time

Hands-on security experience

Mentorship

Career progression

Job summary

QA Limited in Oswestry is offering a Cyber Threat Detection & Response Apprentice role. You will gain hands-on experience in monitoring, investigations, and SIEM use within a growing cyber security team.

The program combines on-the-job training with formal study and recognised qualifications. Structured learning, mentorship from security professionals, and a competitive apprenticeship salary support your development as you work across security operations and threat intelligence.

Qualifications

• An interest in IT and cyber security with a willingness to learn.
• Ability to solve problems with attention to detail.
• Good written and verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist in monitoring network traffic and security alerts to identify threats.
• Support investigations into security incidents and document findings.
• Utilise SIEM tools to detect and analyse suspicious activity.
• Collaborate with the security team to respond to incidents and mitigate risk.
• Help maintain incident response documentation and procedures.
• Contribute to threat intelligence reviews and share findings with stakeholders.
• Prepare reports and presentations on security incidents and trends.
• Keep up-to-date with emerging threats and technologies.

Skills

Interest in IT

Cyber security basics

Problem solving

Communication

Teamwork

Time management

Driver's license

Education

A-Level ICT

IB ICT

A-Level 3 apprenticeship

BTEC IT Diploma

Job description

QA Limited in Oswestry is offering a Cyber Threat Detection & Response Apprentice role. You will gain hands-on experience in monitoring, investigations, and SIEM use within a growing cyber security team.

The program combines on-the-job training with formal study and recognised qualifications. Structured learning, mentorship from security professionals, and a competitive apprenticeship salary support your development as you work across security operations and threat intelligence.