Cybersecurity Lead Software & DevOps Engineer \* Sheffield (3 days per week onsite) \* Inside IR35 We’re working with a leading financial services client to hire a Cybersecurity Lead Software & DevOps Engineer to drive the design and delivery of enterprise-wide security solutions across a complex technology landscape. This is a hands-on leadership role, ideal for someone operating at a Lead Engineer / Team Lead level, with proven experience managing and mentoring small teams of engineers while remaining close to architecture and implementation. Key Responsibilities \* Design and deliver end-to-end security solutions across cloud and on-prem environments \* Build and scale secure platforms, frameworks, and reusable security patterns \* Lead key initiatives across IAM, CI/CD security, secrets management, and supply chain security \* Implement robust secrets and key management solutions (e.g. HashiCorp Vault, cloud-native tools) \* Partner with engineering and platform teams to close security gaps and guide implementation \* Own delivery of new security environments and capabilities, from concept through to adoption \* Lead and manage a small team of engineers, setting direction, priorities, and ensuring delivery \* Engage senior stakeholders and drive enterprise-wide adoption of security best practices Key Requirements \* Proven experience in security engineering, DevSecOps, and security architecture \* Strong hands-on background with the ability to design and implement solutions \* Demonstrated experience leading or managing small engineering teams (Team Lead / Lead Engineer level) \* Expertise across cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure) and on-prem environments \* Strong knowledge of CI/CD security, IAM, secrets management, and supply chain security \* Experience with HashiCorp Vault or similar technologies \* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills Desirable \* Cloud certifications (e.g. AWS Professional, Architecture or DevOps track) \* Experience operating within large, regulated environments This is a key opportunity to take ownership of security engineering strategy and delivery, while leading a team and driving secure-by-design practices across a large-scale enterprise environment

Pay up to £64,946, plus 28.97% employer pension contributions, hybrid working, flexible hours, and great work life balance.

The Enterprise Security Risk Analyst is a senior analytical and leadership role within DWPs Enterprise Security Risk Management (ESRM) function. The postholder leads one of the departments four security risk domains Cyber & Information Security, Personnel Security, Physical Security, or Supply Chain Security and is responsible for producing high-quality enterprise-level security risk assessments that inform decision-making at the highest levels including Director General Finance, the Executive Team, and Departmental Audit & Risk Assurance Committee (DARAC).

This role has evolved in recent years from traditional, system-based assessments to true enterprise security risk analysis understanding the big picture, synthesising information, and articulating how security risks could impact the departments ability to operate, deliver services, maintain resilience, and protect staff, data, and assets.

The postholder leads a small team, orchestrating complex analytical work across multi-layered risk scenarios, and works extensively with senior stakeholders across Digital, Estates, People Safety, Commercial, Risk & Resilience, wider security stakeholders. Their work directly shapes DWPs security posture, prioritisation, and investment decisions.

Key Responsibilities

Lead an Enterprise Security Risk Domain

• Hold responsibility for one of four domains (Cyber, Physical, Personnel, Supply Chain).
• Develop, maintain and lead the production of quarterlyEnterprise Security Risk Productsfor senior leaders.
• Oversee multi-layered risk analysis covering threat scenarios, impacts, controls, and residual risk.

Deliver Complex Security Risk Analysis

• Break down large, ambiguous or abstract security problems into structured analytical components.
• Gather, evaluate and synthesise information from diverse sources, including digital risk data, system-level risk assessments, threat intelligence, estate vulnerabilities, resilience data and people safety insights.
• Apply structured analytical methods to generate robust findings, uncertainty judgements, and evidence-based conclusions.

Influence Decision Makers

• Produce clear, actionable insights to inform DG-level decision-making, risk appetite setting, and departmental prioritisation.
• Articulate business impacts: how risks could affect operations, resilience, service delivery, customer experience, staff safety or data protection.
• Support senior leaders (e.g., Director General for Finance) by outlining options, consequences and recommended mitigations.

Stakeholder Leadership and Engagement

• Build strong relationships with senior stakeholders across Digital, Estates, People Safety, Risk & Resilience, Commercial and wider security teams.
• Coordinate and convene stakeholders to gather evidence, test assumptions and validate analysis.
• Ensure alignment across functions and build consensus around risk understanding, mitigations and priorities.

Team Leadership and Delivery Management

• Lead, mentor and quality-assure the work of a small team of colleagues.
• Task and oversee scenario-level analysis (e.g., physical estate failure scenarios, cyber resilience scenarios).
• Shape team capability, drive continuous improvement and support professionalisation of ESRMs analytical approach.

Strategic and Tactical Risk Support

• Lead thematic/strategic risk assessments for priority business areas (e.g., arms length bodies).
• Deliver tactical assessments when the business requests security input on emerging issues (e.g., reviewing mail-screening contracts, new operating models, or outreach activities).
• Provide options and recommendations while enabling the business to understand and own its risk decisions.

What skills, knowledge and experience will you need?

• Experience providing analysis, risk assessment, or decision support within complex, multi-team environments ideally in large organisations with distributed accountabilities alongside a strong understanding of security or risk principles. Transferable experience (such as threat analysis, operational risk, resilience, or intelligence) is equally valuable. No mandatory qualifications required.
• Exceptional analytical skills able to break down complex or ambiguous security or operational problems into structured components, make evidence-based judgements, and articulate uncertainty clearly.
• Leadership experience Experienced in driving change and enhancing the professionalism of a team or function, while also providing guidance and quality assurance to colleagues
• Ability to understand and communicate business impact translating security, technical or operational issues into clear consequences for service delivery, resilience, staff safety or organisational performance.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing capability able to identify the right stakeholders, gather insight, test assumptions and build shared understanding, including with senior leaders.

Details. Wages. Perks.

Alongside your salary of £64,946 Department for Work and Pensions contributes £16,786 towards you being a member of the Civil Service Defined Benefit Pension scheme.Find out what benefits a Civil Service Pension provides.

DWP have a broad benefits package built around your work-life balance which includes:

• Working patterns to support work/life balance such as job sharing, term-time working, flexi-time and compressed hours.
• Generous annual leave at least 26 days on entry, increasing up to 31 days over time (prorata for part time employees), plus 9 days public and privilege leave.
• Support for financial wellbeing, including interest-free season ticket loans for travel, a cycle to work scheme and an employee discount scheme.
• Health and wellbeing support including our Employee Assistance Programme for specialist advice and counselling and the opportunity to joinHASSRAa first-class programme of competitions, activities and benefits for its members (subscription payable monthly).
• Family friendly policies including enhanced maternity and shared parental leave pay after 1 years continuous service.
• Funded learning and development to support progress in your role and career. This includes industry recognised qualifications and accreditations, coaching, mentoring and talent development programmes.
• An inclusive and diverse environment with opportunities to join professional and interpersonal networks including Womens Network, National Race Network, National Disability Network (THRIVE) and many more.

Process:

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Multi-Skilled Fire & Security Engineer Location: South Yorkshire (Field Based)
Salary: £32,000 – £40,000 per annum + Door to Door Travel Overview We are currently seeking a Multi-Skilled Fire & Security Engineer to join our growing team covering South Yorkshire and surrounding areas. Working closely with and reporting directly to the Service Manager, the role will primarily involve day-to-day service calls, as well as system commissioning when required. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to develop their skills within a supportive environment where manufacturer training and professional development are encouraged. Key Responsibilities Service and commissioning of security systems (training provided where required) Attending reactive and scheduled service fault calls, including planned preventative maintenance (PPM) visits Carrying out small works and installation tasks when required Working with IP-based systems, requiring strong IP and IT proficiency Commissioning and servicing CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems Supporting installation projects and commissioning activities where required Liaising with clients, subcontractors, and key stakeholders during project works Collating commissioning information and assisting with Operation & Maintenance (O&M) documentation Assisting colleagues and supporting other engineers with technical site issues when necessary Ensuring full compliance with Health & Safety policies at all times Participating in the on-call rota Skills & Experience Essential Experience servicing and commissioning security systems Strong IP networking and IT knowledge Experience with CCTV, access control, and intruder alarm systems Ability to work independently and manage service calls effectively CSCS, ECS or equivalent certification Desirable Experience with IP networks Experience with enterprise-level access control systems Experience with public space CCTV Fire system knowledge or experience IPAF licence Working Hours Standard hours: 08:30 – 17:00 Monday to Friday Minimum 40 hours per week Flexibility required between 06:30 and 18:30 Overtime paid for hours worked above 40 per week Occasional overnight stays may be required due to the geographical area covered Benefits Competitive salary (£32,000 – £40,000 depending on experience) Door-to-door travel pay Company van provided (business and private use) Fuel card provided (private mileage charged at 18ppm) Laptop, mobile phone and specialist equipment supplied Home-based role with site attendance as required 25 days holiday plus bank holidays Auto-enrolment pension scheme Training and development, including manufacturer and Health & Safety training 6-month probation period, followed by annual performance review Salary review after 12 months subject to successful probation

Enterprise Mobile Product Manager | Sheffield | Hybrid (2-3 days onsite) | £550 p/d (Inside IR35) | 6 month rolling contract

We are looking for a forward-thinking and technically skilled Product Manager to take ownership of our Enterprise Mobile Platforms. This role focuses on shaping and delivering the product strategy and roadmap, covering areas such as mobile device management, device ecosystems, and platform capabilities including capture, recording, security, and compliance.

Working in close partnership with engineering, security, operations, and business teams, you will ensure the delivery of secure, scalable, and user-friendly mobile solutions across the organisation.

With a strong mobile-first mindset, you will empower application teams to efficiently build and integrate services on the platform. You will also leverage usage data and insights to influence strategic decisions and future investment priorities.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and drive the overall mobile platform strategy, aligning it with organisational and technology goals.
• Take ownership of the product roadmap for core mobile platforms and supporting services, ensuring delivery of key capabilities.
• Evaluate and recommend build vs. buy approaches for platform components.
• Use data and analytics to guide product decisions, enhancements, and long-term direction.
• Act as the central point of contact between technical teams and business stakeholders, ensuring alignment and clear communication.
• Partner with architecture, engineering, and security teams to capture requirements and integrate feedback into product planning.
• Translate complex technical needs into well-defined product requirements and user stories.
• Manage the full lifecycle of shared mobile services, including connectivity, carrier integrations, and single sign-on (SSO).
• Ensure platforms are robust, scalable, compliant, and capable of supporting multiple business areas.
• Identify opportunities to improve performance, streamline processes, and reduce technical debt.
• Stay informed on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in enterprise mobility and security.
• Promote adoption of innovative tools and technologies that enhance mobile capability and efficiency.

Experience Required

• At least 5 years’ experience in product management, ideally within enterprise or platform-focused roles.
• Strong knowledge of enterprise mobile ecosystems, including architecture, frameworks, and supporting tools.
• Experience working with enterprise security standards and MDM/EMM solutions.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical mindset with experience using data to inform decision-making.

Preferred Experience

• Background in financial services or other highly regulated industries.
• Familiarity with mobile analytics and data modelling techniques.
• Experience using tools such as Jira, Confluence, GitHub, Ansible, or similar platforms.

If this sounds like a fit, APPLY NOW!

Enterprise Mobile Product Manager | Sheffield | Hybrid (2-3 days onsite) | £550 p/d (Inside IR35) | 6 month rolling contract

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£65,000 + £8,000 On Call Allowance

Hybrid - 2 Days Onsite -Standard Business Hours Monday to Friday

SECURE has Partnered with a leading MSSP known for its elite Security Operations and rapid growth. They are looking for an experiencedSOC Engineer to step into a high-impact role that is less about “Watching Screens” and more about “Building the Engine.” You aren’t just here to close tickets; you are here to build the engine. Your mandate is to take ownership of the Technical Implementation & Engineering Functions, shifting the SOC from a Reactive State to a Proactive, High-Fidelity Detection Powerhouse. You will have the autonomy to set the direction for the practice, architecting how the team utilises SIEM, EDR & IDS Tools. As the business scales, you will also lead the charge in recruiting and developing a Brand-New Security Engineering Division, moving from a Senior Engineer to a Department Builder.

Skills & Experience for SOC Engineer:

• SIEM & EDR:Strong Experience Deploying & Optimising Enterprise-Grade SIEM Platforms (specifically Microsoft Sentinel) & EDR solutions. You should be comfortable managing these within Complex, Multi-Tenant Environments.
• The Engineering Edge:Good Background in Detection Engineering, Custom Rule Creation & Log Orchestration. You should be highly proficient in KQL & have good Scripting Capabilities (Python or PowerShell).
• Onboarding & Architecture: Proven Ability to Lead Technical Implementation for New Clients, ensuring their environments are correctly Scoped, Baselined & Mapped to Global Threat Frameworks.
• Leadership Qualities: You have the appetite to Mentor Staff, Manage Technical Escalations & Contribute to Long-Term Growth & Recruitment Strategy of the Engineering function.
• Certifications: Ideally, youll hold (or be ready to take) SC-100, SC-300, SC-400, AZ-500 or AlienVault AVSE.

Responsibilities of Senior SOC Engineer role:

• Technical Ownership: Leading Design & Implementation of Core Security Tooling & Detection Architectures across the board.
• Detection Engineering: Developing & Tuning High-Fidelity Correlation Logic & Integrating Threat Intelligence to ensure the SOC stays ahead of Emerging Threats.
• Operational Excellence: Managing Technical Onboarding Process for New Clients and ensuring Engineering Best Practices are baked into every workflow.
• Team Development: Serving as Final Technical Escalation Point & Helping Scale Department through Strategic Hiring & Mentorship.
• Strategic Input: Collaborating with Management to Evaluate New Technologies & Methodologies that keep the firm at the cutting edge of the industry.

Searches: SOC Analyst / SOC Engineer / SIEM / Threat Detection / EDR / Microsoft Sentinel / SecOps / Lead SOC Analyst / Senior SOC Analyst

Trainee Cyber Security Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first Cyber Security role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme

Complete this 8-10 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, network security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, while building practical experience with Live Labs. The programme includes earning CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.

The Outcome
93% of graduates secure cyber security roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000+

Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.

Ready to start earning in Cyber Security? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Trainee Cyber Security Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first Cyber Security role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme

Complete this 8-10 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, network security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, while building practical experience with Live Labs. The programme includes earning CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.

The Outcome
93% of graduates secure cyber security roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000+

Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.

Ready to start earning in Cyber Security? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Trainee Cyber Security Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first Cyber Security role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme

Complete this 8-10 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, network security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, while building practical experience with Live Labs. The programme includes earning CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.

The Outcome
93% of graduates secure cyber security roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000+

Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.

Ready to start earning in Cyber Security? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Trainee Cyber Security Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first Cyber Security role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme

Complete this 8-10 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, network security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, while building practical experience with Live Labs. The programme includes earning CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.

The Outcome
93% of graduates secure cyber security roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000+

Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.

Ready to start earning in Cyber Security? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Trainee Cyber Security Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first Cyber Security role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme

Complete this 8-10 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, network security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, while building practical experience with Live Labs. The programme includes earning CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.

The Outcome
93% of graduates secure cyber security roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000+

Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.

Ready to start earning in Cyber Security? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Trainee Cyber Security Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first Cyber Security role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme

Complete this 8-10 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, network security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, while building practical experience with Live Labs. The programme includes earning CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.

The Outcome
93% of graduates secure cyber security roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000+

Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.

Ready to start earning in Cyber Security? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Trainee Cyber Security Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first Cyber Security role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme

Complete this 8-10 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, network security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, while building practical experience with Live Labs. The programme includes earning CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.

The Outcome
93% of graduates secure cyber security roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000+

Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.

Ready to start earning in Cyber Security? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Trainee Cyber Security Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first Cyber Security role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme

Complete this 8-10 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, network security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, while building practical experience with Live Labs. The programme includes earning CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.

The Outcome
93% of graduates secure cyber security roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000+

Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.

Ready to start earning in Cyber Security? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Trainee Cyber Security Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first Cyber Security role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme

Complete this 8-10 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, network security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, while building practical experience with Live Labs. The programme includes earning CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.

The Outcome
93% of graduates secure cyber security roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000+

Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.

Ready to start earning in Cyber Security? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Trainee Cyber Security Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first Cyber Security role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme

Complete this 8-10 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, network security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, while building practical experience with Live Labs. The programme includes earning CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.

The Outcome
93% of graduates secure cyber security roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000+

Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.

Ready to start earning in Cyber Security? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Trainee Cyber Security Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first Cyber Security role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme

Complete this 8-10 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, network security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, while building practical experience with Live Labs. The programme includes earning CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.

The Outcome
93% of graduates secure cyber security roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000+

Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.

Ready to start earning in Cyber Security? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Trainee Cyber Security Course Programme – Job Guarantee Included

Complete online training designed to take you from zero experience to your first Cyber Security role. Study part-time, build fundamental skills, and get dedicated job placement support until you’re hired. Flexible financing options available, with payment plans starting from as low as £142 per month.
The Programme

Complete this 8-10 week online training with just 2 hours per day of study time. You will learn industry-recognised methodologies, network security, threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response, while building practical experience with Live Labs. The programme includes earning CompTIA certifications (A+, Network+, Security+) recognised by UK employers, expert tutor support throughout your studies, dedicated job placement support with CV rewrite, interview preparation, and access to exclusive job opportunities.

The Outcome
93% of graduates secure cyber security roles within 3 months.
Starting salaries: £28,000 – £38,000+

Who This Is For
The programme is completely beginner-friendly, so no experience is needed. Career changers are welcome, and you can study at your own pace.
*This programme is available to UK-based learners only.

Ready to start earning in Cyber Security? Limited spaces available. Apply now for the next available cohort.

Please note this is a training course and fees apply Are you looking to benefit from a new career in IT and Cybersecurity? Skills shortages in the IT sector are driving the need for qualified, entry-level career seekers and career changers. We help place graduates from this programme into top UK companies and organisations needing to employ entry-level IT and Cybersecurity staff that can hit the ground running with up-to-date skills gained from this programme. The best part is you will not need any previous experience as fully accredited training, which includes tutor support and mentoring, provides you with the skills, practical knowledge and qualifications for you to secure a professional job and career in IT. You will also have the reassurance of a job guarantee (18K-£35K) upon completion. Whether you are working full time, part time or are unemployed, this package has the flexibility to be completed at a pace that suits you and can be completed in a few weeks or a few months (step 1 to 4 below). Your job and career goals are completed in 4 easy steps. Job Guarantee - How does it work? Due to the success of this programme and the skills shortage of entry-level IT staff, we can guarantee you will secure an entry level IT job upon completion of your study programme or we will refund you 100% of your course fees back. This is subject to our terms of learning. Students are able to start the training with a deposit of around £190 and finance the remaining balance over 12 months interest free. This means many students finish the courses and find a placement within the term of the finance agreement. Step 1 - Accredited Online Training The first step is completing a selection of professional, accredited and industry recognised courses from CompTIA which is the global leader in IT Technician, Networking and Cybersecurity training. The training is delivered via multimedia rich video tutorials, practice labs, presentations and quizzes through a portal that you study from home. You will also be assigned an expert tutor and a support mentor to help you throughout your training. Step 2 - Practical Training You will gain practical experience by using practice labs which enable you to practice and master what you have learned. Gaining practical hands-on experience gives you confidence to be proficient in your first IT role. This combination of theoretical and practical skills is what line managers need you to have to be effective and confident in your role. Step 3 - Official exams You will then go on to sit the CompTIA A+ and the CompTIA Network+ exams to give you the official certifications which will be recognised not only in the UK, but worldwide. The CompTIA A+ is the most asked for certificate for entry-level IT roles and the certification most IT Managers start their own careers with. All PCs in a professional environment are networked to servers, cloud based or otherwise and the Network+ gives you a needed foundation level of knowledge in networking. Step 4 - IT Technician placement We work with you to secure your first role as an IT Technician. Ideally you will need to gain two years experience in this role before you can progress into a cyber security role. While working as an IT Technician, we will release your second batch of training which is specifically designed to qualify you to move into the cybersecurity field. This official, accredited training consists of online training, practical training and an official exam (CompTIA Security+). Further we can tailor the package to include courses like the Certified Ethical Hacker and Certified Network Defender depending on your requirements and future direction. Cybersecurity Role Once you have completed all the mandatory training in step four and have gained two plus years experience in the IT industry, you will be ready to move into higher paying Cybersecurity roles. Our recruitment support team specialises in the IT and Cybersecurity space and roles at this level have an average starting salary of £35K. We have been helping career changers and new career seekers gain new careers since 2009 and we are a CompTIA Gold Partner, accredited by the BCS (Chartered Institute of IT/ British Computer Society) and the EC-Council to ensure we provide the highest levels of training. In addition, we are also ELCAS approved to help members of the Armed Forces, Service Leavers and Veterans gain rewarding careers in IT and Cybersecurity. Passionate about starting a career in IT? Apply now and one of our friendly advisors will be in touch.

About the opportunity

Are you ready to launch a career in cyber security? Netcom Training s fully-funded Cyber Security course (NCFE Certificate in Cyber Security Practices, Level 2) equips you with the practical skills employers are actively seeking. From threat intelligence and security testing to incident response and ethical compliance, you ll gain hands-on experience that prepares you for today s fast-growing cyber security and IT roles.

Our learners have gone on to roles such as IT support, second line support, junior development, cyber security analysis and business analyst positions, working with companies across tech, logistics, public services and digital sectors. Complete the course and gain a guaranteed interview with a leading employer, helping you start your career protecting businesses, data and digital systems.

Course Details

• Start Date: 13/04
• Duration: 5 weeks
• Format: Online, practical workshops
• Schedule: Mon-Fri 9:45AM - 2:45PM

What you ll learn

• Principles: Understand cyber security principles and core frameworks
• Threat Intelligence: Develop expertise to identify risks
• Testing: Conduct cyber security testing, identify vulnerabilities and implement controls
• Incident Response: Prepare for and respond to cyber security incidents
• Ethics: Understand legislation and ethical conduct within cyber security
• Professional Skills: Build professional skills and behaviours for the sector
• Protection: Gain practical knowledge to protect and secure digital environments

Potential Roles & Starting Salaries:

• Cyber Security Analyst
• IT Support Technician
• Junior Penetration Tester
• SOC Analyst

Eligibility

To apply, you must:

• Live in the Sheffield area
• Be aged 19 or over
• Earn below the gross annual wage cap of £23,400
• Not currently be undertaking other government-funded training
• Not be in the UK on a student, graduate, postgraduate, or sponsored visa, or as a dependent

Cost

This is a fully-funded course with no fees. Complete the training and gain essential cyber security skills.