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Are you looking for a new and exciting challenge, with a forward-thinking organisation within the high-tech engineering sector? The Hyde Group are established Industry experts within Aerospace Engineering and have a new vacancy for a Cyber Security Apprentice working at our busy head office in Stalybridge.
About us
We are one of the UK's largest and most trusted engineering companies, providing products and services to Aerospace, Defence, Nuclear, Energy and Scientific sectors.
We have successfully supplied to the Aerospace industry for over 50 years. We are currently on track to achieve our strong growth plans and we pride ourselves on delivering right first-time solutions and going the extra mile to delight our customers.
About the opportunity
We are seeking a motivated and enthusiastic individual to join our team as a Cyber Security Apprentice. This apprenticeship will provide hands-on experience and training in the field of cyber security, allowing the apprentice to develop essential skills and knowledge to build a successful career in this rapidly evolving industry.. Our salaries are competitive and we also offer a generous holiday entitlement of 33 days inclusive of bank holidays along with a fantastic benefits package.
Key Responsibilities:


  • Assist in monitoring and analysing security alerts to detect and respond to potential threats.

  • Support the implementation and maintenance of security measures to protect company data and systems.

  • Conduct vulnerability assessments to identify security weaknesses.

  • Help in the development and enforcement of security policies and procedures.

  • Participate in incident response activities and investigations.

  • Collaborate with IT and other departments to ensure security best practices are followed.

  • Stay updated on the latest cyber security trends, threats, and technologies.

Qualifications:


  • Interest in cyber security and a desire to pursue a career in this field.

  • Basic knowledge of networking, operating systems, and information security concepts.

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

  • Excellent communication and teamwork abilities.

  • Willingness to learn and adapt to new challenges.

  • High school diploma or equivalent; some coursework or experience in IT or cyber security is a plus.

What we offer


  • Competitive salary.

  • Generous annual leave entitlement.

  • Exciting benefits package with access to discounts from leading retailers.

  • Purpose built sites with free parking.

  • Discounted gym membership.

  • Excellent career development opportunities available.

  • Opportunity to develop and learn in a growing business environment.

Diversity and Inclusion
The Hyde Group are committed to creating an inclusive environment where our employees can reach their full potential. We welcome applications from candidates from a diverse range of backgrounds in particular groups who are currently under represented in our sector.
All our roles require the need to obtain pre-employment security screening checks including referencing.
If this sounds like the ideal opportunity for you, then we’d love to hear from you

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