Cyber Practitioner: 18-Month Training to Launch Your Career

MI5; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 37,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading intelligence agency in the UK seeks candidates for its Cyber Practitioner Development Programme. This 18-month program offers classroom and on-the-job training, culminating in a potential promotion. Ideal for those passionate about technology; no prior experience needed. Candidates should hold GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C/4 or equivalent. The role includes dynamic work such as cloud services and security research, with opportunities for real impact in national security.

Qualifications

• Minimum Maths and English Language GCSEs at Grade C/4 (or equivalent).
• A genuine interest in technology you’re keen to turn into a career.
• Basic or working knowledge of Linux or Windows operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Get training and support to build a career at GCHQ in cyber security.
• Participate in classroom studies and on-the-job learning.
• Work on varied tasks including security research and new infrastructure solutions.

Skills

Interest in technology

Basic knowledge of Linux or Windows

Education

Minimum Maths and English Language GCSEs at Grade C/4

Job description

A leading intelligence agency in the UK seeks candidates for its Cyber Practitioner Development Programme. This 18-month program offers classroom and on-the-job training, culminating in a potential promotion. Ideal for those passionate about technology; no prior experience needed. Candidates should hold GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C/4 or equivalent. The role includes dynamic work such as cloud services and security research, with opportunities for real impact in national security.