We are looking for a motivated and ambitious Cyber Security Apprentice to join our IT team. This is an excellent opportunity to develop practical cyber security skills whilst working towards the nationally recognised Level 4 Cyber Security Technologist Apprenticeship.
You will support the protection of all trust school systems, networks, data and people from cyber threats. while undertaking training to gain knowledge of security operations, risk management, governance and incident response. Working alongside the experienced IT Team, you will contribute to projects and play an important role in helping maintain all IT systems and ensuring a secure digital environment across the trust.
This apprenticeship will be based at Quantock Haygrove school, Bridgwater, TA6 7HW and Sexey’s school Cole Road Bruton somerset BA10 0DF.
Driving Licence is required.
Key Responsibilities:
The apprentice will:
- Provide support and assist within the ICT department to deliver ICT support and maintenance activities, including, users, hardware / software and networks
- The role also provides support and supervision to students using a range of software and systems, under the direction of the Trust ICT Manager and IT / teaching staff
- Monitor trust wide IT systems, including firewalls and filtering, investigate security alerts and potential cyber security incidents, documenting investigations and resolutions
- Helping maintain and update incident response documentation and procedures
- Support vulnerability identification, assessment and remediation activities. Including updates and patching systems
- Assist with ICT audits, including compliance reviews and risk assessments
- Support the implementation of security controls, policies and procedures
- Help manage daily user access controls, permissions and privileged accounts
- Analyse system logs and security data to identify suspicious activity
- Assist in responding to ICT issues, supporting Staff and Students, using remote tools and onsite visits
- Contribute to business continuity and disaster recovery activities. Including testing
- Support phishing awareness campaigns and cyber security training initiatives for all users
- Help maintain all ICT documentation including cyber security documents, technical guides and systems information
- Assist with endpoint protection, network and cloud security monitoring
- Research emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities and industry best practices
- Work with stakeholders across the trust to promote secure working practices
- Support security projects and continuous improvement initiatives using ICT
- Assist with preparing reports and presentations on security incidents and trends
- Staying up to date with emerging cyber threats and technologies