> Description Employer description: AvecSys provides comprehensive cyber security solutions designed to protect UK businesses from ongoing threats. Their approach focuses on making cyber protection simple, stress‑free, and accessible by using market‑leading technology and offering tailored security advice. They help organisations safeguard their employees, devices, and networks through a proactive, easy‑to‑understand security strategy. Overview: We are seeking a motivated Cyber Security Apprentice to join our team in Bedford. You’ll gain hands‑on experience supporting threat monitoring, incident response, and security operations while working closely with experienced security engineers. You will be enrolled onto the QA Level 4 Cyber Security Defender & Responder Apprenticeship, which equips learners with proactive defence skills, incident response capability, and hands‑on training through labs and the Discover → Practise → Apply model. Responsibilities: Monitor basic security alerts and escalate potential threats. Assist with incident triage, evidence gathering, and documentation. Support vulnerability checks and track remediation tasks. Help maintain security logs, ticket updates, and routine cyber‑health checks. Provide guidance to users on safe security behaviours. Desirable skills: Enthusiasm for cyber security and a desire to learn. Methodical thinking and problem‑solving ability. Clear, confident communication with clients and colleagues. Professional, patient attitude when offering support. Comfort with basic administration and ticketing. Familiarity with Windows and Microsoft 365 (desirable). Entry requirements: an A-Level in ICT OR an International Baccalaureate at Level 3 ICT OR an A-Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject OR a BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (180 credits) You may also have a combination of qualifications and experience which demonstrate the minimum foundation needed for the programme. In this instance you could still be considered for the programme. If you hold international equivalents of the above qualifications, at the time of your application you must be able to provide an official document that states how your international qualifications compare to the UK qualifications. For more information please visit the UK ENIC website. Working hours: 40 hours per week, Monday–Friday, between 8:30am–5:30pm (1-Hour Lunch). Benefits Clear progression into cyber roles. Mentoring from experienced security engineers. Access to certification pathways and cyber‑training resources. Pension, life insurance, and health insurance. Real‑world cyber exposure in an MSP environment. Future Prospects: Potential progression into roles such as: Cyber Security Engineer/Risk Analyst SOC Technician About QA: Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 50,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed. Interested? Apply Now Please be advised that this advert may close prior to the closing date stated above if a high number of applications are received. If you are interested in this vacancy please apply below as soon as possible.