Cyber Security Technologist
This occupation is found in all sectors and organisations that employ technology, for example Digital, Telecoms, Technology, Business Services, Defence, Government, Finance, Health, Retail, Critical National Infrastructure, Transport, Automotive sectors; and in all types and sizes of organisation including large corporates, public sector bodies, academic institutions, charities, and small and medium enterprise (SME).
The broad purpose of the occupation is to apply an understanding of cyber security to protect organisations, systems, information, personal data and people from attacks and unauthorised access.
Fighting cyber security threats is a multi-billion-pound industry, and one that continues to grow as threats from the likes of malware, ransomware, phishing, DDoS attacks and hacking increase. Organisations both large and small are turning to cyber security professionals to help them keep their commercial and financial data, websites, infrastructure sites and their customers' details safe.
With almost all personal data now stored online, cyber security attacks have the potential to completely ruin businesses - not to mention people's lives - in the process. There are often news stories about high-profile attacks, such as those on the NHS, Yahoo and LinkedIn, meaning that organisations are becoming increasingly concerned with any potential leaks that could occur. In fact, nearly half of all UK businesses experienced some form of attack in the last 12 months. As a cyber-security technologist, you will be part of the response to those attacks.
Cyber Security Technologists all require an understanding of security concepts and technology and how to mitigate risks arising from threats. The specific tasks undertaken vary depending on what needs to be achieved by the team at any particular time. Some tasks may be very technical, others may be more analytical, business or user focused. All roles in this occupation work to achieve required cyber security outcomes in a legal and regulatory context in all parts of the economy. They develop and apply practical knowledge of information security to deliver solutions that fulfil an organisations requirement.
Pathways:
The Cyber Security Technologist standard has three distinct options. At the end of the apprenticeship you will be competent in either:
The Cyber Security Engineer is the most technology focused role in the occupation and will typically design, build and test secure networks or security products or systems with a particular focus on the security aspects of the design.
Typical Job Roles:
Cyber Security Engineer / Cyber Security Consultant / Cyber Security Architect / Cyber Security Analyst / Cyber Security Specialist / IT Security Technician / Embedded Engineer.
The Cyber Risk Analyst Focuses on risk assessment, analysis and giving advice on risk mitigations. The roles may support formal security governance, regulatory & compliance (GRC).
Typical Job Roles:
Cyber Security Consultant / Cyber Security Analyst / Cyber Risk Analyst / Intelligence Researcher / Cyber Security Specialist / Information Security Analyst / Governance & Compliance Analyst / Information Security Assurance & Threat Analyst / Information Security Auditor.
The Cyber Defender & Responder is more operationally focused, configuring and operating secure systems to prevent security breaches or monitoring systems to detect and respond to security breaches.
Typical Job Roles:
Cyber Security Analyst / Cyber Security Operator / Forensics & Incident Response Analyst / Cyber Security Administrator / Information Security Officer / Secure Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst / Network Intrusion Analyst / Incident Response Centre (IRC) Analyst / Network Operations Centre (NOC) Security Analyst.
Entry Requirements:
Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End-Point Assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeship’s English and maths minimum requirement is Entry Level 3. A British Sign Language (BSL) qualification is an alternative to the English qualification for those whose primary language is BSL.
Duration:
The duration of this apprenticeship is typically 18-24 months.
The broad purpose of the occupation is to apply an understanding of cyber security to protect organisations, systems, information, personal data and people from attacks and unauthorised access.
Fighting cyber security threats is a multi-billion-pound industry, and one that continues to grow as threats from the likes of malware, ransomware, phishing, DDoS attacks and hacking increase. Organisations both large and small are turning to cyber security professionals to help them keep their commercial and financial data, websites, infrastructure sites and their customers' details safe.
With almost all personal data now stored online, cyber security attacks have the potential to completely ruin businesses - not to mention people's lives - in the process. There are often news stories about high-profile attacks, such as those on the NHS, Yahoo and LinkedIn, meaning that organisations are becoming increasingly concerned with any potential leaks that could occur. In fact, nearly half of all UK businesses experienced some form of attack in the last 12 months. As a cyber-security technologist, you will be part of the response to those attacks.
Cyber Security Technologists all require an understanding of security concepts and technology and how to mitigate risks arising from threats. The specific tasks undertaken vary depending on what needs to be achieved by the team at any particular time. Some tasks may be very technical, others may be more analytical, business or user focused. All roles in this occupation work to achieve required cyber security outcomes in a legal and regulatory context in all parts of the economy. They develop and apply practical knowledge of information security to deliver solutions that fulfil an organisations requirement.
Pathways:
The Cyber Security Technologist standard has three distinct options. At the end of the apprenticeship you will be competent in either:
The Cyber Security Engineer is the most technology focused role in the occupation and will typically design, build and test secure networks or security products or systems with a particular focus on the security aspects of the design.
Typical Job Roles:
Cyber Security Engineer / Cyber Security Consultant / Cyber Security Architect / Cyber Security Analyst / Cyber Security Specialist / IT Security Technician / Embedded Engineer.
The Cyber Risk Analyst Focuses on risk assessment, analysis and giving advice on risk mitigations. The roles may support formal security governance, regulatory & compliance (GRC).
Typical Job Roles:
Cyber Security Consultant / Cyber Security Analyst / Cyber Risk Analyst / Intelligence Researcher / Cyber Security Specialist / Information Security Analyst / Governance & Compliance Analyst / Information Security Assurance & Threat Analyst / Information Security Auditor.
The Cyber Defender & Responder is more operationally focused, configuring and operating secure systems to prevent security breaches or monitoring systems to detect and respond to security breaches.
Typical Job Roles:
Cyber Security Analyst / Cyber Security Operator / Forensics & Incident Response Analyst / Cyber Security Administrator / Information Security Officer / Secure Operations Centre (SOC) Analyst / Network Intrusion Analyst / Incident Response Centre (IRC) Analyst / Network Operations Centre (NOC) Security Analyst.
Entry Requirements:
Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End-Point Assessment. For those with an education, health and care plan or a legacy statement, the apprenticeship’s English and maths minimum requirement is Entry Level 3. A British Sign Language (BSL) qualification is an alternative to the English qualification for those whose primary language is BSL.
Duration:
The duration of this apprenticeship is typically 18-24 months.
Standard Code |
Apprenticeship Level |
Standard Components |
LARS No. |
Standard ID |
619 |
Higher (Level 4) |
61005800 |
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Z0001946 |
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Functional Skills Maths Level 2 |
60342687 |
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Functional Skills English Level 2 |
60342900 |
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