Cyber Security Trainee

Tech enthusiasts - ready to take your first steps towards a career that challenges, excites and rewards?

Cyber security is part of our daily lives - from online banking, to streaming, gaming, even in-flight aircraft data. We all need a basic knowledge of how to protect ourselves and others from online security threats - and anyone with a passion for tech can step up and learn more about how to defend us all.

Introducing #CyberLaunchPad: Futures in Cyber Security - a free, interactive programme of the key skills employers in this expanding sector are looking for.

 In just six weeks, we'll be empowering you to get:

• An industry-recognised certificate in cyber security accredited by the APMG - a credible first step towards a top cyber security career
• Free access for 6 months to QA's Cloud Academy platform of Hands-on Labs, Learning Paths, Courses, and Quizzes
• Chances to attend Employer Events - where you will hear from great minds in the field and learn about the different career paths available to you

What will I learn?

During your 30-day journey through the cyber security landscape you'll learn how to:

• Identify the source and impact of common cyber security threats
• Construct, configure and secure a home network
• Protect yourself from cyber-attacks, and much more...

Am I right for the programme?

This programme is best suited to those who:

• Have a genuine interest in tech. You don't have to be an experienced programmer, coder or well versed in technical know-how - enthusiasm and willingness to learn is what we are looking for
• Have the available time to see the programme through
• Have a healthy sense of curiosity and an appetite to join a growing community of people protecting the modern digital economy
• Are British citizens or have lived in the UK for at least 5 years prior to starting the programme

You'll also need access to a laptop or desktop computer and connection to the internet.

Experience the #CyberLaunchPad: Futures in Cyber Security programme with QA.