Cyber Security Consultant Graduate

Job Description:

We are currently expanding our Cyber Security Consulting Team and are looking to recruit a number of Cyber Security Consultant Graduate. You must be a recent Graduate in Cyber Security, Computer Science, or Systems Engineering who has the drive, a keen passion for all things IT, and the enthusiasm to play a crucial role in supporting the delivery of cyber security across our external customers and in-house product delivery teams. This role will provide you with an unique opportunity to work on some of the UKs leading edge cyber security projects, that will have will have a direct impact on protecting the UK now and in the future.

Our 12 month Graduate Programme

Joining the Leonardo Graduate Scheme is the opportunity to be part of the next generation of our business. As a Graduate you will join us on £33,000 with a welcome bonus and could receive a generous Temporary Accommodation Allowance if you move more than 40 miles away from home for the role.

You will be provided with a wealth of development opportunities in both virtual and applied working environments.  On our programme you will engage with challenging and exciting project work and deliver innovative business or technical solutions as part of a team of subject matter experts.  Throughout the programme you will receive coaching and support from your team to achieve your objectives as well as your personal development goals.  We are committed to developing our graduates into leading technical or business professionals, and as such we will also support you through your preferred route for chartership. 

At Leonardo we value individuals who continuously demonstrate a dedication to their personal development, and this is no different for our graduates. We have partnered with Coursera & LinkedIn online training platforms that offers around 4,000 courses you can sign up to, according to your professional and personal interests. Self-directed learning thrives in this environment.

As a Graduate Cyber Security Consultant, you will:

Be reporting to a Senior Cyber Security Consultant, with tasking guided by the our Head of Consulting you will have the opportunity to develop your skills and knowledge helping to provide comprehensive and effective cyber security and resilience support to a number of customer delivery scenarios as well as on your own assigned cyber security development project.

Work alongside experienced IT professionals to identify and mitigate potential security risks, analyse security threats, and develop solutions to protect our customers systems and data. Within this time, you provided the opportunity and fully supported to work towards Industry recognised professional cyber security certifications and qualifications.

What we need from you:

• All of our roles require (a) a minimum of a 2:2 Bachelors/Integrated Master’s degree, or (b) a higher degree, such as a MSc or PhD.

• For the Graduate Cyber Security Consultant role, the acceptable degrees are:

  • Cyber Security

  • Computer Science

  • Systems Engineering

• A passion for cyber security and a keen interest in IT

• Awareness of the different types of cyber threats

• Excellent IT skills, including knowledge or awareness of computer networks, operating  systems, software, hardware and security an awareness of the cyber security risks associated with various technologies and ways to manage them

• Great team working skills for collaborating with team members and users

• Know how to self-manage own time with good organisational skills to manage a variety of tasks and meet deadlines

• Must have the ability to multitask and prioritise your workload

Key Responsibilities:

• The primary role of a Cyber Security Consultant is to apply an understanding of cyber threats, hazards, risks, controls, measures and mitigation to protect organisations and people.

• Those focused on the technical side will work on areas such as security design and architecture, security testing, investigations & response.

• Those focused on the risk analysis side will work on areas such as operations, risk, governance and compliance.

• Whether focused on the technical or risk analysis side, all people in this occupation work to achieve required security outcomes in a legal and regulatory context. You will develop and apply practical knowledge in information security to deliver solutions that fulfil organisation's requirements.

• Gain invaluable experience by learning challenging theory and applying this on-the-job.

• Develop the knowledge and skills required, such as how to defend against attack techniques and sources of threat, risk management and building a security case, to equip you to be a future Cyber Security Consultant.

Other Skills and Experience Required:

• Excellent communication skills

• Excellent organisation and planning skills

• Excellent listening and observation skills

• Excellent customer services skills

• Excellent levels of IT competency (Microsoft office software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook)

• Ability to communicate in a clear and constructive way

• Act with honesty and respect for others

• Demonstrate a positive flexible attitude

• Take responsibility for our actions

• Be committed to one team

Please note that in order to apply for this opportunity you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as “SC”) for our business which includes having a minimum of five years permanent residency in the UK.

Life at Leonardo

With a company funded benefits package, a commitment to learning and development, and a flexible approach to working hours focused on the needs of both our employees and customers, a career with Leonardo has never offered as many opportunities or been more accessible to as many people.

• Flexible Working: Flexible hours with possibility of some hybrid working.

• Company funded flexible benefits: Access to private healthcare, dental schemes, Workplace ISA, Go Green Car Scheme, technology and lifestyle options (£500 annual allowance)

• Holidays: 25 days plus bank holidays, option to buy/sell leave and to accrue up to 12 additional flexi leave days per year

• Pension: Award winning pension scheme (up to 15% employer contribution)

• Wellbeing: Employee Assistance Programme with access to free mental health support, financial wellbeing support and network groups to demonstrate our ongoing commitment to diversity and inclusion (Enable, Pride, Equalise, Reservists, Carers)

• Lifestyle:  Discounted Gym membership, Cycle to work scheme

• Training: Free access to more than 4000 online courses via Coursera

• Referral Incentive: You can earn a reward for successfully referring a friend or family member

At Leonardo, we are strongly committed to supporting all our people, and, as society and the environment we work in changes, our approach to Inclusion and Diversity continues to evolve and adapt to reflect this. A culture of inclusion goes on to create an environment for greater collaboration, innovation and opportunities to develop as an organisation. If you are willing and able to commit to giving your best performance, you will find Leonardo a very rewarding place to work!  

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