Cyber Security Apprenticeship Programme

At EDF UK success is personal. We don’t define it, you do. Join our Cyber Security Apprenticeship and you’ll achieve your career goals in the way you want to. All while contributing to our mission to help Britain achieve Net Zero. 

“I am in my 3rd year of my apprenticeship, and it has taught me about the whole new world of cyber. Seeing concepts I learnt about in action, defending against threats such as phishing attacks and learning about how different organisations need to view cyber security has been an amazing opportunity, and makes me curious about the future of technology. I have thoroughly enjoyed my time so far, and I am very involved within the teams that I have spent time in.” Daniel, current cyber apprentice

 What does this Cyber Security Apprenticeship opportunity offer you?

Join our Cyber Security Apprenticeship and start your journey to becoming a professionally qualified Cyber Security analyst.

During our three and a half -year programme you’ll study for a Level 6 Cyber Security Technical Professional Apprenticeship with our training provider, Gloucester College. 

You’ll spend time in different Cyber and Information Security teams within our business, across Nuclear Services. You will complete your studies through block release periods. While you will have the opportunity to travel to EDF sites and offices in the UK, you’ll be mainly based in the Southwest of England. 

When you’re not studying, you’ll take on tasks including supporting Security Incident and Event Management activities, Security Risk assessments for IT and Industrial Control Systems (OT) and Architectural reviews of proposed changes to our IT environment, as well as a range of other tasks in our cyber security teams. All the while you will be maintaining and developing awareness of current information security technology and threats, to help protect our IT and OT systems. As you progress through your apprenticeship, you’ll gain knowledge and experience and take on more responsibility working alongside qualified members of the EDF cyber teams. As well as acting as a day-to-day advocate for cyber and information security, you will have the opportunity to represent EDF cyber security at internal and external forums and events, and be responsible for particular policies, standards and other documents that help keep us cyber safe.

Pay, benefits and culture

Alongside a starting salary of £24,297 and a market-leading pension scheme, your package will include a range of benefits, from the big and formal to the small and personal.

We’re talking about everything from electric vehicle leasing to gym membership, health insurance to product discounts, critical illness insurance to technology vouchers, season ticket loans to enhanced parental leave.

At EDF, we embrace flexibility while recognising that everyone's working needs are different. Whether you're in our office spaces, on site, or working remotely, we promote an environment that supports collaboration, connection, and comfort. No matter where you are, our priority is to make sure you feel safe, valued, and celebrated. 

Here, we do right by each other and everyone’s welcome. We’re on an action-oriented journey, championing equity, diversity, and inclusion. Our commitment is to have an equal gender balance, represent a broad mix of people from minority ethnic backgrounds, the LGBTQ+ community, people with a disability and colleagues from a disadvantaged background. 

We’re a disability confident employer and we’ll do all we can to help with your application. Please let us know if you need to request reasonable adjustments. 

We take pride in fostering a dynamic and inclusive environment, where the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our team members drive fresh thinking and innovation. We understand that success means different things to different people. There’s no single definition — it's about individuality. That’s why we give you the freedom to pursue a career that’s unique to you. Because success is personal.

Training, development and support for you

You’ll also spend time studying at Gloucester College, in conjunction with the University of the West of England.

During your time on the programme, you'll follow the Cyber Security Technical Professional (Integrated Degree) apprentice standard, over 3.5 years, including time for your end point assessment. You will attend college in person during block release, roughly 1 week per month, and this will be delivered at both the Gloucester College and Cheltenham campuses depending on modules.

Once you’ve completed your apprenticeship, you'll also have a BSc(Hons) Cyber Security Technical Professional Degree, and a wide range of experiences. You’ll also be recognised for entry to the Institute of Information Security Professionals membership at Associate level work The future is yours for the taking!

Head to our Careers page www.edfenergy.com/careers for more information about the scheme and Apprentice life at EDF.

Your work location 

You will work within our Gloucester office (situated within the Business Park, GL3) with travel to other EDF offices for occasional meetings. 

Who you are

To be eligible for this apprenticeship programme, you’ll have:
 

• Five GCSE’S A*- C or 9 – 4 including Maths and English.
• 112 UCAS tariff points; having either at least three A levels at Grades A*- C including a relevant IT/ Cyber Qualification. 
• A Level 3 Software apprenticeship OR A-Level in a STEM subject or BTEC Diploma in IT and or two years experience in a relevant role.
• A passion for, and awareness of Cyber Security and/or Platform Engineering, for example current trends and best practices.
• Able to travel within the UK (primarily Southern England). 
• An understanding of cloud and digital technologies and how that can be applied to support customer value and bring business benefits – customer-centric mindset. 
• Good communication skills with the ability to engage, influence, and inspire partners and stakeholders to drive collaboration and alignment.

Closing Date 

We’ll close this advert when we’ve received interest from the desired number of candidates. 

Our Assessment Centre will take place virtually on Friday 14th March 2025. 

Success is personal. It’s your journey, powered by us. Join us and we’ll help Britain achieve Net Zero, together.

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