Junior IT Security Technician

Back TO Work; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Back TO Work in Nottingham is seeking a Junior IT Security Technician to begin a career in cybersecurity within a manufacturing-focused IT environment. You will receive hands-on training and gain experience protecting the company's systems and data on production networks.

You'll learn to monitor for unusual activity, assist with security checks, and help respond to incidents while developing skills in OT security and secure configuration management.

Qualifications

• Teamwork and communication skills are essential.
• Willingness to learn cybersecurity basics and participate in structured training.
• Interest in applying IT security to manufacturing environments.

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 new cybersecurity trends, especially those affecting industrial systems.

Skills

Teamwork

Organisational skills

Written and oral communication

Self-motivated

Job description

A leading manufacturing company in the East Midlands is looking for an Junior IT Security Technician 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 Technician, 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.

CANDIDATE REQUIREMENTS

• Team work skills


• Organisational skills


• Good written and oral communication skills


• Self-Motivated