Job Description

Programme title: Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship
Level: 6
Salary: 23,776
Location: Bristol (Ashton House and Babcock Technology Centre)
Application closing date: 18th December 2025
Programme start date: September 2026
Role ID: 67230
Our 4-year Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship is an exciting opportunity to build your career in cyber security while gaining a Level 6 Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship Standard and a BSc (Hons) Cyber Security Technical Professional. Working alongside experienced professionals, you'll help protect critical systems and information, contributing to the delivery of complex and vital services across the defence sector.
About the programme
You'll join Babcock's Information Security team and start building the knowledge and experience needed to become a Cyber Security Engineer. From day one, you'll contribute to meaningful projects, capturing and refining cyber security requirements and supporting the secure design, development, and implementation of systems.
Day to day, you'll work on a broad mix of internal and customer-facing programmes. You'll learn how to apply cyber security principles to digital systems, contribute to assurance processes, and use Ministry of Defence frameworks to ensure systems are secure by design. You'll also develop strong documentation, communication and logical thinking skills - all essential for a successful career in cyber.
This role will give you insight into the systems and strategies that underpin cyber defence and teach you how to navigate an evolving landscape with confidence. It's a rewarding and highly relevant career path that makes a real-world impact.
Your education/training
You'll work towards the Level 6 Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship Standard, delivered in partnership with Gloucestershire College and UWE Bristol.
You'll cover core topics including Foundations of Cyber Security, Network Foundations, Computer Architecture and Operating Systems, Malware, Threats and Defensive Programming, Risk Assessment and Security Assurance, and Legal, Regulatory and Compliance Standards.
Upon successful completion, you'll achieve a BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security Technical Professional and gain recognition as an Associate Member of the Chartered Institute of Information Security (CIISec).
Future prospects
Upon successful completion of the programme, you'll step into the role of a Cyber Security Engineer at Babcock. Here, you'll put your expertise to work in a supportive environment, contributing to critical projects that ensure the safety and security of information systems.
You may also have the opportunity to undertake higher-level qualifications to further your career within Babcock across a variety of roles and functions.
What you'll need

• 5 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above, including Maths and English
• 3 A Levels at grade B or above in subjects such as Maths, Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Computer Science, or Design Technology. (Alternatively, a BTEC in Engineering Design or Computer Science may substitute one A Level.)
• Many of our apprenticeship programmes are subject to Security Clearance and Trade Control restrictions which mean that your place of birth, nationality, citizenship, or residency you hold or have held may impact which programmes you are eligible for. For this programme, you must be eligible to obtain and maintain Security Check (SC) clearance. Further details are available at United Kingdom Security Vetting: clearance levels - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk).

What you'll get
We'll provide you with a supportive and engaging environment where you can grow your career.
In addition, you'll benefit from:

• Fully funded qualification
• Personal development training and opportunities
• Minimum 28 days holiday allowance including bank holidays
• Competitive pension scheme
• Employee share scheme
• Flexible benefits including cycle to work scheme and employee shopping savings portal

You'll also have the chance to get involved in our STEM outreach activities and volunteering opportunities, which our apprentices find incredibly rewarding.
Your career development
It's hard to beat the variety of fantastic opportunities and business experiences you'll receive. You can expect real world encounters and exposure to exciting projects that will really help you navigate where you want to take your career.
Plus, when you join us, you'll be automatically enrolled onto our Apprentice Development Programme. Through a series of digital and face to face sessions, presented by wellbeing and performance experts and our external partners, we will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to thrive and perform at your very best on your programme and beyond.
Application process and closing dates
Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis, and the programme may close early if we receive a high volume of interest. To give yourself the best chance of being considered, we strongly recommend submitting your application and completing any required online assessments as soon as possible.

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