Course description
Cyber Security Technician – Level 3 Apprenticeship
Cyber security technicians are found in all sectors where information is held digitally and where that information is an asset that needs to be protected.Providing first line cyber security support, individuals are required to to monitor and detect potential security threats, implement cyber security mechanisms and apply cyber security procedures and controls.
An employee in this occupation interacts with a wide range of stakeholders including colleagues, managers, customers and internal and external suppliers.
This apprenticeship is designed to enable learners to contribute to the delivery of a security culture across an organisation, understanding vulnerabilities and threats and supporting the development of an organisation’s cyber security maturity.
Teaching and learning
- You will be allocated a dedicated Skills Teaching Assessor.
- An individual learning plan developed with you and your Skills Teaching Assessor.
- Formal progress reviews with your assessor every 8-10 weeks.
- Coaching and mentoring forms an integral part of your individual learning journey to ensure you have the most appropriate guidance and support to complete your programme.
- Mutually agreed SMART targets that take into consideration your individual ambitions and career goals.
Additional off-the-job training
- Practical training.
- Shadowing.
- Coaching and mentoring.
- Online learning.
- Support with assessment.
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Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
Entry Requirements for English and maths:
Apprentices are required to meet the initial entry points for English and maths as follows:
- For level 2 Apprenticeship training for companies the minimum entry level for English and maths is ‘Entry level 3’ (E3).
- For all level 3 and 4 Apprenticeship training for companies the minimum English and maths level 1, ideally level 2.
- For level 5 and 6 Apprenticeship training for companies, the minimum English and maths should be level 2, some individual circumstances may be considered at level 1.
Initial assessment is completed prior to starting the course. All applicants will be supported to attain these entry levels prior to joining the course, or whilst on the course, where possible.
Apprentices working with young people and vulnerable adults would be required to hold a DBS clearance as necessary.
Eligibility:
You’ll need to be:
- 16 or over by the end of the summer holidays
- living in England
- not in full-time education
Who it's for:
Typical job roles include access control administrator, cyber security administrator, incident response technician, junior security analyst.
Why choose Ixion Holdings Ltd
We are a national ‘Grade 1’ Ofsted ‘Outstanding’ training provider.
As part of Shaw Trust, in 2021 we supported over 475,000 people.
100% of respondents at their end of apprenticeship survey said their Teaching Assessor was knowledgeable and experienced.
Expenses
Contact the provider for more information on pricing.
Continuing Studies
Successful completion of the Level 3 could lead to a Level 4 and 6 Degree Apprenticeship standard and full time employment in the cyber sector.