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 its Cyber Practitioner Development Programme. Locations include Samlesbury, with a starting salary of £27,161 and a potential increase to £36,408 after training. This role combines classroom learning with practical experience in technology, security, and cyber threats. Ideal candidates will have a keen interest in technology, basic knowledge of operating systems, and a commitment to learning. Applications open on 12th January 2026, targeting under-represented groups.

Qualifications

• Minimum of Maths and English Language GCSEs at Grade C/4 or equivalent.
• Interest in technology to turn into a career.
• Knowledge of Linux or Windows operating systems.

Responsibilities

• Work with cloud services, mobile applications, and programming languages.
• Undertake security and vulnerability research.
• Develop new infrastructure solutions that have tangible impact.

Skills

Basic or working knowledge of Linux

Basic or working knowledge of Windows

Curiosity and commitment to learn

Education

Maths and English Language GCSE at Grade C/4 or equivalent

A Levels or a degree (if applicable)

Job description

A UK intelligence agency is seeking candidates for its Cyber Practitioner Development Programme. Locations include Samlesbury, with a starting salary of £27,161 and a potential increase to £36,408 after training. This role combines classroom learning with practical experience in technology, security, and cyber threats. Ideal candidates will have a keen interest in technology, basic knowledge of operating systems, and a commitment to learning. Applications open on 12th January 2026, targeting under-represented groups.