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Cyber Security Technologist Higher Apprenticeship
What we offer
You will enjoy excellent benefits and scope to grow:
- Free travel on the TfL network for you and a nominee who lives in the same household
- Discounted national rail and Eurostar travel
- Minimum 29 days annual leave (pro rata dependent on role) plus public and bank holidays
- Tax-efficient cycle-to-work programme
- Retail, health, leisure and travel offers & many more
Duration
2 years
Entry requirements
You should already hold or be working towards a minimum of 2 GCSE’s Grade 4 (C) and above or equivalent in Maths and English and 2 A-Levels or equivalent A* - D or equivalent.
As part of the qualifications above you should have an A-Level (A*-D) or GCSE (A*-C) in an IT subject (or equivalent)
You are not eligible for this scheme if you currently hold or are working towards a qualification at the same or higher level in a related subject or have already studied content from the qualification for this scheme.
You must be 18 years of age before 9 September 2024 to be eligible for this scheme.
Proposed start date: 9th September 2024
Job overview
We use technology and connected devices every single day. Networks, computers, programs, hardware and software, and the information stored on them, need protection from theft, damage, disruption and misdirection. This protection is called Cyber Security and any technology or device which connects to the internet, or an internal network/intranet needs such protection.
Cyber Security plays a key role in today's data-driven world. Our team helps keep London’s transportation system safe & secure. You’ll contribute to the development, improvement and security of our technology, making sure the technologies our customers use every single day to get around are working effectively.
What will I be doing?
As an apprentice, your 2-year, development programme will be made up of a series of placement rotations throughout the Cyber Security team, for example: with the Security Operations Centre (SOC), the Advisory team, the Cyber Engineering team and the Assurance team. Our aim is to give you the skills and breadth of experience you need for your successful career. We also understand that everyone’s career is different, so every apprentice’s journey is unique. Here’s an idea of what yours could look like:
Year 1
Placement 1 – SOC – 12 Months
- Responding to security alerts and tickets
- Working with SIEM tool and designing alerts
- Assisting with vulnerability management
- Researching threats and creating threat intelligence reports
- Assisting with security incidents
Placement 2 – Assurance – 4 Months
- Policies, procedures and guidance – Ensure policies are up to date and the corresponding procedures and guidance can be understood and implemented by all colleagues
- 3rd party supplier assurance – Ensure our suppliers who provide a service to TfL are adhering to any Cyber Security clauses within their respective contract
- Help to coordinate penetration testing against TfL’s environments to best help security efforts.
Placement 3 – Advisory – 4 Months
- Oversee the lifecycle of a project providing Cyber Security advice to both, IT and OT projects
- Reviewing high level and low-level designs
- Facilitating security testing
- Supporting incident response exercising
- Conduct Cyber Security assessments
- Supporting Cyber Security awareness activities
Placement 4 – Engineering – 4 Months
- The engineering function feeds directly into the SOC, responsible for developing the use cases/alerts used by the SOC to respond
- Ensure the various tools used by the Cyber Security team are running and being used as effectively as possible
- Monitor the logs of the TfL estate and correlate to the current threats being used by attacker to generate effective and preventative alerts
There is flexibility for apprentices to tailor their scheme to their interests, with several placements available within the various Cyber Security teams. We are aware that some apprentices start with, or develop during their placements, an interest to a technology area and we want to ensure you get the most from your apprenticeship with TfL. We recommend the first placement be within the SOC team. This will teach you important, foundational skills and develop your understanding of corporate Cyber Security whilst also providing you valuable hands-on experience. This placement will also give you chance to learn how the TfL Cyber Security Operations Centre works and protects our infrastructure and services.
Where can this career take me?
Upon successful completion of this scheme, you could roll-off into a role as a Cyber Security Analyst which could lead to further career development opportunities, such as Senior Cyber Security Analyst, Cyber Security Engineer, Cyber Risk Analyst or Cyber Security Advisor.
What training and support will you get?
You will be working towards a Level 4 qualification as a Cyber Security Technologist.
Our award-winning teams will support your ongoing development, through a wide range of on-the-job practical experience and placements. We'll support your professional development through a combination of training, mentoring, and networking.
You'll also receive one-to-one guidance throughout the programme from your:
- Placement manager: Responsible for your day-to-day management and support with your development
- Scheme sponsor: A senior manager who acts as a technical and professional adviser and has line manager responsibility
- Buddy: Usually an apprentice or graduate who gives support to you and ensure that you feel welcomed in the organisation
- Development adviser: Supports your professional development through providing career coaching and career progression at TfL
What do we look for?
Our core values are extremely important to us, and we desire candidates who are:
- Caring about our colleagues, our customers and our work
- Open to each other, to new ideas and to working together
- Adaptable to diverse needs and willing to innovate
What do we look for?
Our core values are extremely important to us, and we desire candidates who are:
- Caring about our colleagues, our customers and our work
- Open to each other, to new ideas and to working together
- Adaptable to diverse needs and willing to innovate
About Transport for London
We’re the integrated transport authority responsible for meeting Mayor Sadiq Khan's strategy and commitments on transport in London. We run the day-to-day operation of the Capital's public transport network and manage London's main roads.
With such a vast and varied transport network, no two days at TfL are the same but we have one key purpose: to keep London moving. Working at TfL gives you the opportunity to have a meaningful impact on London and Londoners.
How to apply
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Please note that applications may close before the application deadline, so apply early to avoid disappointment.
