Junior Cyber Security Technician

Back TO Work; Rotherham; On-site; GBP 19,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Back TO Work is seeking a Junior Cyber Security Technician to join a manufacturing client in South Yorkshire. You will help monitor, maintain, and protect networks and digital assets while gaining practical experience in cyber security operations and risk management.

Ideal candidates are college leavers or apprenticeship completers with a keen interest in technology and a drive to build a long-term career in cyber security within modern industrial environments.

Qualifications

• Strong interest in cyber security and technology.
• Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Excellent attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and assist with incident investigations.
• Support cyber security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Assist with maintaining cyber security policies and procedures.
• Help manage user access controls and account security.
• Monitor network and system activity for unusual behaviour.
• Support endpoint protection and security software management.
• Assist with cyber awareness training for employees.
• Maintain accurate documentation and security records.
• Work with IT and operational teams to identify and mitigate risks.
• Support compliance with data protection and cyber security standards.

Skills

Cyber security interest

Analytical mindset

Attention to detail

Communication skills

Willingness to learn

Job description

Our client is a manufacturing business based in South Yorkshire that is investing heavily in smart technologies, automation, and digital transformation. They are seeking a Junior Cyber Security Technician to help protect business‑critical systems and contribute to the company's cyber resilience strategy.

This role offers an excellent opportunity for someone looking to begin a career in cyber security within a modern manufacturing environment.

Role Overview

As a Junior Cyber Security Technician, you will support the monitoring, maintenance, and protection of company networks, systems, and digital assets. Working with experienced IT and cyber professionals, you will gain practical experience across cyber security operations, incident monitoring, risk management, and user awareness initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor security alerts and assist with incident investigations.
• Support cyber security audits and vulnerability assessments.
• Assist with maintaining cyber security policies and procedures.
• Help manage user access controls and account security.
• Monitor network and system activity for unusual behaviour.
• Support endpoint protection and security software management.
• Assist with cyber awareness training for employees.
• Maintain accurate documentation and security records.
• Work with IT and operational teams to identify and mitigate risks.
• Support compliance with data protection and cyber security standards.

Required Skills & Qualities

• Strong interest in cyber security and technology.
• Analytical and problem‑solving mindset.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to follow procedures and work methodically.
• Good communication skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop technical skills.

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate will have a genuine passion for technology and cyber security, a strong desire to learn, and the motivation to build a long-term career protecting modern manufacturing systems and digital infrastructure. This role would suit a college leaver, apprenticeship completer, or someone seeking their first step into the cyber security profession