Science and Technology Facilities Council
Cyber Security Apprentice (Degree)
Salary : £23,186
Hours : Full time - 37 Hours
Contract Type:
Fixed Term - 4 Years Location : Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire Closing date:
16th February 2025 Join STFC’s award winning apprenticeships - we are Investors In People gold standard accredited:
Apprenticeship Accreditations • We Invest In Apprentices | Investors in People We have an exciting opportunity for a Level 6 (Degree) Digital & Technology Solutions Apprentice (Cyber Security pathway) to join the National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC). The NQCC oversees diverse projects for classical and quantum technologies, aiding quantum computer development in our labs. This involves intricate software, high-performance computing, security, and collaborations. You will be working alongside systems engineers, scientists, engineers, developers, and colleagues who can provide guidance on quantum technologies, helping to secure the UK's quantum computing capabilities. Key responsibilities include: Communicate and work with fellow team members daily Communicate with users, scientists, engineers and management to understand their requirements and translate these into a specification. Take an active role in both technical and non-technical meetings. Show initiative especially regarding learning new things Work independently at times and ask questions if unsure. Take responsibility for ensuring your work does what is needed and meets the quality criteria specified. Write documentation for technical and non-technical users Analyse evidence and data in order to solve problems. Help deploy solutions to production and help provide support after release. Use a variety of tools and technologies used by the teams to develop and run software and computer systems. Present a topic to a small group of people and answer questions. Participate in the wider department and STFC apprentice training programme. Partake in the promotion activities for NQCC, STFC and STEM. The qualifications you will achieve are: BSc (Hons) in Digital & Technology Solutions Level 6 Digital & Technology Solutions Professional Person specification In order to apply for the role, we are looking for the following: Essential : Achieved GCSE passes at Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications) A minimum of 104 UCAS points - two A levels at grade A or above OR three A levels at grade C or above OR a BTEC Level 3 in Computing (or similar subject) or equivalent (Please give subjects and results / expected results in CV) Good written communication skills and the ability to work in a team as demonstrated in your CV and cover letter Some knowledge of and enthusiasm for computer hardware and software Your CV and/or cover letter should explain why you have applied for this computing apprenticeship scheme and should contain example(s) of personal or school projects that involved learning about and using a computer system and what you enjoyed. Ability to examine evidence and data in order to understand it and solve problems As a minimum, a successful candidate will be able to work systematically through straightforward problems, examine data, and link it to their understanding of computer systems in order to find the cause of problems Desirable : Experience in customer-focused roles such as retail, OR examples of how you’ve helped others in educational or personal settings A flair for communicating in clear, positive terms; understanding that helping staff of all abilities understand problems and solutions is central to successful customer service. This role requires successful attainment of enhanced security clearance Due to the requirement of obtaining an enhanced security clearance for this role, we are only able to accept applications from persons who have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years. We cannot sponsor visa applications for this role. How to apply Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit an application without a covering letter may result in the application not being considered. Assessment will only be based upon the content of your submitted covering letter and CV and not the ‘experience’ section of the application.
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Fixed Term - 4 Years Location : Science and Technology Facilities Council, Rutherford Appleton Laboratory Harwell, Oxfordshire Closing date:
16th February 2025 Join STFC’s award winning apprenticeships - we are Investors In People gold standard accredited:
Apprenticeship Accreditations • We Invest In Apprentices | Investors in People We have an exciting opportunity for a Level 6 (Degree) Digital & Technology Solutions Apprentice (Cyber Security pathway) to join the National Quantum Computing Centre (NQCC). The NQCC oversees diverse projects for classical and quantum technologies, aiding quantum computer development in our labs. This involves intricate software, high-performance computing, security, and collaborations. You will be working alongside systems engineers, scientists, engineers, developers, and colleagues who can provide guidance on quantum technologies, helping to secure the UK's quantum computing capabilities. Key responsibilities include: Communicate and work with fellow team members daily Communicate with users, scientists, engineers and management to understand their requirements and translate these into a specification. Take an active role in both technical and non-technical meetings. Show initiative especially regarding learning new things Work independently at times and ask questions if unsure. Take responsibility for ensuring your work does what is needed and meets the quality criteria specified. Write documentation for technical and non-technical users Analyse evidence and data in order to solve problems. Help deploy solutions to production and help provide support after release. Use a variety of tools and technologies used by the teams to develop and run software and computer systems. Present a topic to a small group of people and answer questions. Participate in the wider department and STFC apprentice training programme. Partake in the promotion activities for NQCC, STFC and STEM. The qualifications you will achieve are: BSc (Hons) in Digital & Technology Solutions Level 6 Digital & Technology Solutions Professional Person specification In order to apply for the role, we are looking for the following: Essential : Achieved GCSE passes at Grade C/4 or above in Maths and English (or equivalent qualifications) A minimum of 104 UCAS points - two A levels at grade A or above OR three A levels at grade C or above OR a BTEC Level 3 in Computing (or similar subject) or equivalent (Please give subjects and results / expected results in CV) Good written communication skills and the ability to work in a team as demonstrated in your CV and cover letter Some knowledge of and enthusiasm for computer hardware and software Your CV and/or cover letter should explain why you have applied for this computing apprenticeship scheme and should contain example(s) of personal or school projects that involved learning about and using a computer system and what you enjoyed. Ability to examine evidence and data in order to understand it and solve problems As a minimum, a successful candidate will be able to work systematically through straightforward problems, examine data, and link it to their understanding of computer systems in order to find the cause of problems Desirable : Experience in customer-focused roles such as retail, OR examples of how you’ve helped others in educational or personal settings A flair for communicating in clear, positive terms; understanding that helping staff of all abilities understand problems and solutions is central to successful customer service. This role requires successful attainment of enhanced security clearance Due to the requirement of obtaining an enhanced security clearance for this role, we are only able to accept applications from persons who have been resident in the UK for the last 5 years. We cannot sponsor visa applications for this role. How to apply Online applications only preferred for this role. Please submit a CV and covering letter which clearly outlines how you fulfil the criteria specified along with your motivation for UKRI and the role. Ensure that the job reference number is included in the filename description of each document uploaded. Note that failure to address the above criteria or submit an application without a covering letter may result in the application not being considered. Assessment will only be based upon the content of your submitted covering letter and CV and not the ‘experience’ section of the application.
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