Nuclear Security Graduate Programme

EDF Energy; Gloucester; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company in the UK is offering a 16-month graduate programme in Cyber Security. As part of EDF's Nuclear Security Team, you'll rotate across key areas such as operational support and security design, while contributing to regulatory activities. Candidates should have a bachelor's degree (2:2 or higher) in relevant fields and the right to work in the UK. The role includes potential for travel and customizable benefits, with a starting salary of at least £37,500 per annum.

Benefits

Potential for annual bonus

Market-leading pension scheme

Customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing

Qualifications

• Achieved or expected to achieve a degree in a relevant field.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Help protect EDF's nuclear fleet from threats including terrorism and sabotage.
• Assess cyber risks to IT and operational technology systems.
• Contribute to the development of the Security Regime for Nuclear New Builds.
• Prepare for and respond to cyber incidents.

Skills

Cyber Security

Risk Management

Operational Support

Security Design

Education

Bachelor's degree (2:2 or higher)

Job description

Overview

This 16-month programme offers a unique opportunity to work within EDF's Nuclear Security Team - a centre of excellence supporting the UK's nuclear fleet and new build projects. You'll rotate across key areas including cyber security, personnel vetting, operational support and security design. You'll also contribute to regulatory activities and help protect EDF's assets from evolving threats.

What You'll Be Doing

• Help protect EDF's nuclear fleet from threats including terrorism and sabotage
• Assess cyber risks to IT and operational technology systems
• Contribute to the development of the Security Regime for Nuclear New Builds
• Prepare for and respond to cyber incidents

Looking to launch your career in a role that protects the UK's energy future? At EDF, Success is Personal. Here, you'll learn from experts, develop key skills and play a vital role in safeguarding the infrastructure that powers Britain's journey to net zero.

Who You Are

To be eligible for this EDF graduate programme, you need to have achieved, or be expecting to achieve, a bachelor's degree (2:2 or higher) in Cyber Security, Risk Management, Assurance Management, Security Management or Programme Management. You must have the right to work in the UK. Whilst sponsorship may be a possibility, we reserve the right to give priority to those who already have the right to work in the UK.

At EDF we work hard to maintain a culture where Everyone's Welcome. We encourage and embrace diversity and how it can improve our experience and performance at work.

We are a Disability Confident employer and will support applicants requiring adjustments.

Benefits

Alongside a starting salary of at least £37,500 per annum, potential for an annual bonus, and a market-leading pension scheme, your package includes:

• Customisable benefits such as electric vehicle leasing, discounted gym membership, life assurance, tech vouchers, experience days and more
• Flexibility to work from home on a hybrid basis where appropriate and in line with your placement and work commitments
• Potential for travel to other EDF sites across the UK on certain placements

Next Steps

Our Virtual Assessment Centre will take place on Tuesday 25th November 2025. We anticipate significant interest in this graduate programme - so please don't delay, apply today! Join us and help Britain achieve Net Zero together.