Cyber Engineer Apprentice

Provide support for both internal and external users, responding to enquires and resolving technical issues Provide technical support and assistance on internal infrastructure, you and your peers Collaborate with your colleagues to resolve a range of SOC generated alerts Assist in the configuration, development life cycle, and maintenance of approved internal software Troubleshoot and help avoid downtime on both the internal network, and internal website Document IT processes, procedures, and troubleshooting guides to help maintain an efficient team and an organised company Participate in projects by contributing to the planning, testing, and implementation phases Stay up to date on the latest Cyber Security and Information Technology news and trends to enhance technical capability for both

Training:

Why choose our Cyber Security Engineer Level 4 apprenticeship? 
 
The Cyber Security Engineer apprentice can help to design, build and test secure networks, security products or systems to help protect your organisation against cyber threats. 
 
QA is a market leader in cyber security training, with a state-of-the-art immersive cyber gamified learning, giving apprentices a hands-on learning experience in simulating a real cyber threat. 
 
QA's exclusive partnership with Circadence Corporation, the pioneer of the hands-on gamified learning platform Project Ares®, allows us to uniquely incorporate hands-on scenario training into our cyber security apprenticeships. The Project Ares platform offers a totally immersive experience, using automated features to support skills adoption with an in-game advisor, Athena, who advises our players through scenario-based challenges. The platform scenarios replicate the unpredictability and escalating levels of complexity that cyberattacks can present. It drives high levels of engagement through leaderboards and badges, elements used widely in the gaming world.  
 
QA’s Cyber Security Engineer Level 4 apprenticeship programme enables the apprentice to:

Develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills in a safe, but realistic environment Apply all of the acquired skills throughout the programme, with added scoring of players and opponent actions with replay for object assessment Take part in hands-on training and active-learning models that increase retention rates by 75% so that cyber apprentices can prepare for real-world challenges

Tools and technologies learned: Apprentices will learn to use Project Ares, Python, Microsoft Azure, Microsoft PowerShell, Linux and AWS. 



Training Outcome:

90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.



Employer Description:
At Ignition Technology, we believe in the power of the channel to enable and secure business transformation. We enable our partners to architect solutions that better protect their customers and help them navigate the future of cybersecurity through our people, our knowledge and our solutions and services. By discovering innovative, emerging cybersecurity solutions, we help them de-risk their business, create value and maintain relevance with their customers whilst delivering peace of mind.

Working Hours :
Monday to Friday, 8:30am - 5.00pm.

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail


  • Location: CODY TECHNOLOGY PARK IVELY ROAD FARNBOROUGH GU14 0LX
  • Type: Permanent
  • Recruiter: QA LIMITED
  • Posted: 11-Aug-2025
  • Posted on: findapprenticeship.service.gov.uk