Cyber Security Officer (Apprentice)

Cyber Security Officer (Apprentice)

We are looking for a motivated individual to join our Cyber Security team as an apprentice. This role is a fixed‑term contract of 24 months, with a pathway to a permanent position upon successful completion of the apprenticeship.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and conduct root‑cause analysis on complex security incidents in partnership with senior analysts.
• Deploy and manage security tools, perform regular risk assessments and vulnerability scans across corporate environments.
• Act as the first responder to escalated security tickets, reviewing logs and system activities in monitoring tools.
• Maintain and update security documentation, playbooks, and standard operating procedures for BAU tasks.
• Support security awareness programs, including phishing simulations and training updates for employees.
• Research and evaluate emerging security technologies and open‑source intelligence (OSINT) tools to enhance defensive capabilities.
• Stay informed on emerging cyber threats, zero‑day vulnerabilities, and global threat intelligence to proactively adjust internal defenses.

Minimum Criteria

• At least 64 UCAS points from Level 3 qualifications, including Maths.
• Will be at least 18 years old on enrolment (September 2026) and not in full‑time education.
• Right to work in the UK for the full duration of the apprenticeship and be a resident in the UK for at least 3 years prior to start.

Additional Qualifications

• Understanding of TCP/IP, DNS, operating systems, cloud environments, and modern threat landscapes.
• Strong problem‑solving and investigative skills demonstrated through relevant experience.
• Passion for threat tracking, with evidence of engaging with cyber‑security news, vendor advisories, and threat intelligence feeds.

Benefits

• Hybrid working policy – a mix of remote and in‑office days.
• 25 days holiday entitlement (with the option to buy or sell additional days).
• Competitive salary: £26,936 per annum.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Private medical insurance, virtual GP, critical illness cover, and life assurance.
• Voluntary benefits such as technology, cycle‑to‑work, and will‑writing services.
• Gym membership discounts and a 24/7 on‑site gym in London.

EEO Statement

The Financial Ombudsman is an Equal Opportunity and Disability Confident Employer. We celebrate diversity and welcome applications from all backgrounds.