Cyber Practitioner: 18-Month Training to Launch Your Career

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

Job summary

A UK intelligence agency is seeking candidates for their Cyber Practitioner Development Programme, which offers 18 months of classroom-based and on-the-job training in cybersecurity. Candidates must have at least GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C or equivalent, along with an interest in technology. After the training, there are opportunities for promotion and continued career development. The program is aimed at fostering diversity and talent in the tech sector.

Benefits

Promotional opportunities after training

Inclusive work environment

Skill development and training

Qualifications

• Minimum of Maths and English Language GCSEs at Grade C/4.
• Genuine interest in technology and basic knowledge of operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Participate in classroom studies and on-the-job learning.
• Contribute to projects using cloud services and programming languages.
• Help develop solutions that support national security.

Skills

Basic knowledge of Linux or Windows operating systems

Interest in technology

Ability to learn new skills

Education

GCSEs in Maths and English (Grade C/4 or equivalent)

Job description

A UK intelligence agency is seeking candidates for their Cyber Practitioner Development Programme, which offers 18 months of classroom-based and on-the-job training in cybersecurity. Candidates must have at least GCSEs in Maths and English at Grade C or equivalent, along with an interest in technology. After the training, there are opportunities for promotion and continued career development. The program is aimed at fostering diversity and talent in the tech sector.