Cyber Security Apprentice (42-month fixed term contract)

Are you passionate about protecting critical systems and data from cyber threats? Do you thrive on solving complex problems and outsmarting malicious actors? If so, we have an exciting opportunity to join Amazon as a Cyber Security Apprentice.

In this role, you'll help safeguard the digital assets that keep experiences running for millions of customers, working alongside seasoned professionals to build cutting-edge security solutions. You'll dive deep into the world of cyber security, mastering the latest techniques and technologies to detect, analyse, and mitigate potential vulnerabilities and threats. The problems you solve will help protect everyday life.

Throughout your apprenticeship you'll learn to design, build, and configure secure networks, write and test secure code, analyse malware, and conduct ethical system reconnaissance. You'll develop a keen understanding of risk assessment, security management systems, and legal and regulatory compliance standards.

But it's not just about technical skills - you'll also hone your problem-solving abilities, critical thinking, and communication skills, enabling you to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and present your findings to stakeholders.

A Day in the Life

• Analysing network traffic and system logs to identify potential security breaches
• Conducting vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to uncover weaknesses
• Developing and implementing security policies and procedures
• Investigating and responding to cyber incidents, working closely with incident response teams
• Staying up to date with the latest cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and mitigation techniques
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure secure system design and development

What You'll Learn

You'll gain a vast range of useful experiences and skills while working towards the BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Technical Professional Degree. As a working student, your focus is to complete your studies in your 20% off-the-job time by learning and developing the skills, knowledge, and behaviours to work towards successful graduation. You'll be set objectives and goals by your training provider and manager to support your studies.

Your apprenticeship will be made up of classroom/virtual-based training to cover knowledge, on-the-job training at your Amazon base location, online learning, as well as mentoring from our experienced team members.

Entry Requirements

• Be 18 years or over before the start date (September 2027)
• Have the right to live and work in England at the point of enrolment (June 2027). If you are on a visa, this must enable you to legally work and reside in England for the entire duration of the programme from enrolment.
• Have lived in the UK or in the European Economic Area (EEA) for the last 3 years prior to the start date
• Not be registered to study on a UK government funded course ending August 2027 or later
• Be prepared to travel for external/mandatory training as part of the apprenticeship
• 5 GCSEs at grade 4-9 (A-C) or above (or equivalent) including Maths and English.
• A minimum of 112 UCAS points, which includes 1 stem related qualification at level 3 (A-level, BTEC, T-Level etc)
• Previous qualifications will be reviewed for funding eligibility and offers are subject to funding approval
• You must NOT already have a qualification in a similar subject at the same or higher level than this apprenticeship.
• This Apprenticeship assumes the candidate has some or little knowledge/experience of the occupation

Preferred Qualifications

• A genuine interest in technology, cyber security, and how systems can be protected
• Curiosity and a passion for staying up to date with the latest technology and security trends
• Great problem-solving skills and logical, analytical thinking
• Comfortable working collaboratively as part of a team
• A flexible attitude and the ability to stay calm and prioritise under pressure
• Good written and verbal communication skills

Additional Information

• This is a 42-month fixed-term contract.
• You'll be required to travel to an external training provider based in Gloucester.
• Candidates should be prepared for occasional travel as part of the programme.

How to Apply

Applications are open until the position is filled.