Cyber Security Higher Apprentice - Blyth

at  National Grid

ABOUT YOU

• You will need to have a GCSE in English Language AND in Math at Grade C or above (or equivalent)
• 2 A levels / A2: Grades A* - C OR equivalent (BTEC National Certificate/Diploma Level 3) at Grade Pass or higher
• Must have or working towards a full UK driving licence.

National Grid Interconnectors is at the heart of UK’s transition to our net zero energy future, operating a number of HVDC interconnectors that connect the UK’s energy system to some of our closest neighbours, allowing energy to be imported to and exported from the UK. As well as already owning a portfolio of HVDC Interconnectors, we’re working on developing new projects to ensure that we can meet the UK’s future demands for greener energy solutions.

While on the Apprenticeship programme, you will:

• Apply cyber security system controls to protect systems, information, data & individuals from cyber attack.
• Help prevent data breaches by creating, implementing and monitoring security systems and features.
• Maintain security posture of systems to protect assets and comply with regulation.
• Act as a point of contact and specialist support to key operational teams.
• Performing regular tasks to ensure the operability and security of key systems – access management, backups, testing etc.
• Performing technical security assessments, design reviews and compliance audits.
• Defining, implementing and enforcing security policies and best practices.
• Assisting in ensuring systems are secure by design and effectively tested, deployed & maintained.
• Maintain an understanding of the threat landscape and adapt security response accordingly.
• Support incident management processes to ensure response is optimal.

Location
This is a hybrid position with your place of work being Sellindge, however, we are a wide and diverse team, so home working is acceptable with office visitation on an as required basis.