Salary: £26,500 - 26,500 per year Requirements: Team work skills Organisational skills Good written and oral communication skills Self-motivated Responsibilities: Learn to monitor IT systems and production networks for unusual activity or potential security issues. Assist in identifying and reporting risks that could affect manufacturing operations or data security. Support the team in responding to security alerts, helping to keep systems running smoothly. Help with routine checks and updates to ensure machines, devices, and software meet security standards. Assist in managing user accounts and access permissions, including staff working on production systems. Contribute to creating and updating security guidelines for both office and factory environments. Work with IT and engineering teams to troubleshoot and resolve security-related issues. Learn about protecting operational technology (OT) and connected devices used in manufacturing. Stay informed about new cybersecurity trends, especially those affecting industrial systems. Technologies: Support Security More: We are a leading manufacturing company located in the East Midlands, offering an exciting opportunity for an IT Security Apprentice. In this dynamic, technology-driven environment, you will receive hands-on training, structured learning, and guidance from experienced professionals, helping you build a strong foundation in IT security. We value enthusiasm for technology and are eager to support your development in a career in cybersecurity. last updated 14 week of 2026