Cyber Security Technician - Level 3 Apprenticeship

Level 3 Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship for Employers | Build Strong In-House Cyber Security Capability

Strengthen your organisation's cyber security with a trained Cyber Security Technician Apprentice who helps protect your data, systems, and people.

Our Level 3 Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship provides employers with skilled early-career professionals who reduce cyber risks, improve compliance, and support long-term business resilience.

Why Hire a Cyber Security Apprentice?

A Cyber Security Apprentice helps you build reliable internal security capability without the cost of external consultants. They support your IT and security teams with real-time monitoring, threat identification, and essential ongoing prevention work—all while becoming a future-proof member of your cyber security function.

What a Cyber Security Technician Apprentice Will Deliver

Security Operations (Day-to-Day Protection)

• Continuous network monitoring and threat detection
• Firewall configuration, security rules, and access controls
• Deployment of anti-virus and anti-malware technologies
• User permission and identity management
• Identifying, escalating, and responding to security incidents
• Regular security patching, updates, and vulnerability clean-up

Risk Management & Compliance Support

• Vulnerability scanning and basic risk assessment
• Monitoring and enforcing security policy compliance
• Support with backup, restoration, and recovery procedures
• Delivering security awareness guidance to employees
• Documenting incidents, risks, and security activities

Business Benefits of a Cyber Security Apprentice

Security Improvements

• Stronger defence against common cyber threats
• Faster threat detection and response times
• Improved compliance with industry standards
• Better data protection, privacy, and user safety
• Reduced likelihood of successful cyber attacks

Cost & Operational Advantages

• Up to 100% government funding available
• Reduced dependence on external security consultants
• Lower long-term risk of costly data breaches
• Increased customer confidence and improved reputation
• Sustainable, internal cyber security capability

Cyber Security Technician Apprenticeship Training Programme

Security Foundations

• Cyber security principles and best practices
• Network security basics and monitoring
• Operating system and endpoint hardening
• Introduction to incident response
• Deployment of core security tools

Advanced Security Operations

• Advanced firewall configuration and network security
• SIEM tools, log analysis, and threat intelligence
• Vulnerability assessment methodologies
• Security policy development and implementation
• Advanced cyber threat detection and monitoring

Professional Cyber Security Management

• Security project planning and delivery
• Risk assessment, reporting, and governance
• Security training and awareness programmes
• Support with compliance audits and regulations
• Leadership and ownership of security initiatives

Ideal for Businesses That Want Strong Internal Security

Best Suited for Organisations That:

• Handle sensitive or regulated data
• Need consistent internal security monitoring
• Must comply with cyber security standards
• Want to reduce risk and avoid costly breaches

Perfect for Growing Businesses

• Expanding digital operations
• Increasing cloud usage and online systems
• Strengthening IT infrastructure
• Building a security-first culture

Structured Learning Journey

Workplace Learning

• Real-time involvement in security monitoring
• Hands-on response to live security incidents
• Full access to your internal systems and tools
• Integration with your IT or cyber security team

Professional Training & Development (College – Off the Job training)

• Industry-recognised cyber security certifications
• Full delivery of the Level 3 Cybersecurity Technician standard
• Practical labs and simulated cyber incidents
• Security frameworks, compliance, and governance
• Workshops delivered by cyber security specialists

Key Skills Your Apprentice Will Develop

Technical Cyber Security Skills

• Network security monitoring
• Firewall and access control configuration
• Anti-malware and endpoint protection
• Incident detection, triage, and escalation
• Basic vulnerability assessment
• Security documentation and reporting

Professional Skills

• Risk assessment communication
• Policy adherence and compliance support
• Team collaboration and problem-solving
• Decision-making under pressure
• Continuous learning in evolving cyber threats

Hire a Cyber Security Apprentice and Protect Your Business

A Cyber Security Technician Apprentice gives you cost-effective, reliable, in-house cyber defence—backed by expert training and government funding.

Strengthen your organisation today with future-ready security talent.