IT Security Apprentice

Back 2 Work Complete Training; East Midlands; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading manufacturing company is seeking an IT Security Apprentice to join their team in the East Midlands. This role offers a fantastic opportunity to launch a career in cybersecurity, supported by hands-on training and experienced professionals. You'll be involved in monitoring IT systems, identifying risks, and helping to respond to security incidents. Ideal for individuals eager to learn about technology and cybersecurity, this apprenticeship provides essential skills for a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Must have the right to live and work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Monitor IT systems and production networks for unusual activity.
• Identify and report risks affecting manufacturing operations.
• Respond to security alerts to maintain system integrity.
• Ensure compliance with security standards through routine checks.
• Manage user accounts and access permissions for production systems.
• Contribute to security guidelines for office and factory environments.
• Troubleshoot security-related issues with IT and engineering teams.
• Learn about OT and connected devices in manufacturing.
• Stay updated on cybersecurity trends affecting industrial systems.

Skills

Team work skills

Organisational skills

Good written and oral communication skills

Self-Motivated

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in the East Midlands is looking for an IT Security Apprentice to join their team. This is a fantastic opportunity to start your career in cybersecurity while gaining experience in a dynamic, technology-driven environment. You'll receive hands‑on training, structured learning, and guidance from experienced professionals to help you build a strong foundation in IT security. As an apprentice, you'll support the team in protecting the company's systems and data. You'll learn how to monitor for risks, assist with security checks, and help respond to incidents. This role is ideal for someone enthusiastic about technology and eager to develop a career in cybersecurity.

Key Duties

• 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 new cybersecurity trends, especially those affecting industrial systems.
• Team work skills.
• Organisational skills.
• Good written and oral communication skills.
• Self‑Motivated.

Candidate Requirements

• Have the right to live and work in the UK.