Cyber Security Apprentice

The Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS) is the largest fire and rescue service in the UK and the fourth largest in the world. Our Firefighters are at the heart of our communities and work in what can be unpredictable, but most certainly an exciting and rewarding role. 

Our frontline is supported by a hardworking team of non-uniformed staff, from accountants and ICT specialists to cooks and technicians, without whom we could not function.

Overview:

We are looking for a Cyber Security Apprentice and the aim of this role is to contribute to the provision of Cyber assurance within Scottish Fire and Rescue Service (SFRS). Working closely with the DaTS Technical Strategy Team to ensure the confidentiality, integrity and availability of the SFRS DaTS systems and networks is maintained at all times.

This role can be based in any of the following locations: Inverness, Dundee, Johnstone, Cambuslang and Newbridge. There will be an assessment centre day held on the 30th of October at Headquarters Westburn Dr, Cambuslang, Glasgow G72 7NA.

Responsibilities:

• Learn how to review logs and investigate possible security incidents
• Learn how to patch and maintain applications, infrastructure systems as well as network equipment
• Learn how to design and operate DaTS systems safely in order to avoid potential Cyber related issues
• On a day-to-day basis, be involved in the review and configuration of system logs, network logs, vulnerability notices and threat intelligence provide by external organisations, securing devices and networks, mobile data management and desktop configuration security best practices
• Attend all training and development activities as required, and complete all necessary studies and qualifications to achieve the Diploma Digital Technology: Cyber Security SCQF Level 8

You will need the following skills:

Essential:

• National 4 Maths and English or equivalent
• Confident, enthusiastic, self-motivated and a drive to success in DaTS
• Proactive attitude to problem solving and shows enthusiasm for learning new skills
• Ability to work in a fast paced environment
• A good team player and can also add value working independently
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Undertakes work with honesty and integrity
• Well organised and methodical, operating with pace, enthusiasm and creativity

Desirable:

• National 5 Maths and English or equivalent
• A clear desire for a career in DaTS
• A knowledge of DaTS networks and peripherals
• Driving licence / willingness to travel across Scotland to meet the business needs of the national service

Salary: £22,129 per annum

Working hours: Monday to Friday, 9am - 5pm 

Benefits:

• A competitive salary and attractive pension scheme
• A range of excellent family friendly policies including those that promote a work life balance
• Access to a wide range of employee benefits

Future prospects:

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

Important information:

This vocational apprenticeship comprehensively supports your specific job role with this particular employer. Throughout your learning journey, you are fully supported by your dedicated QA skills coach and your mentor at work. They ensure you settle in, help you develop all the skills you need to be successful in your job role and pass your assessments, and can provide one to one support.

Starting with insights into your current potential, they plan your growth in a programmatic way, close skills gaps with immersive training and ensure what you learn is applicable to what you do. They talk you through the specifics on the qualifications you gain and how they align in particular to your day to day role.

On completion, as well as the valuable work experience you have gained, you get a nationally recognised qualification at SCQF Level 6.

If you are interested in starting your career and receiving a work based qualification at the same time APPLY NOW!