Barclays – Technology: Cyber & Security (Global Security) Apprenticeship – Knutsford
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Cyber & Security at BarclaysThe Chief Security Office is all about keeping the bank, its clients, customers and colleagues safe. We’re here to protect the organisation from both external and internal threats, and every day presents new challenges. This is an exciting place to be: hackers constantly attempt to find new ways to threaten our security, and we never rest in learning new ways to prevent them. And those threats don’t just come from viruses and fraudsters. Our work also touches on issues such as terrorism, world events, and the impact of economic turbulence. As the world around us changes, we have to be prepared and ready to respond. All of which will make your work with us endlessly interesting and deeply significant.
The Cyber & Security teams within our Chief Security Office range from Cyber & Physical Security to Resilience, Crisis Management, Security Operations and Intelligence and more. Everyone is focused on defending the bank. That might mean playing a proactive role, such as researching potential threats from hackers. Or it might mean a reactive role, such as responding to incidents that might challenge our security. Whatever your focus, you’ll partner with teams across the bank to minimise disruption and make sure that any affected services can recover quickly. We’re one of the strongest banks for Cyber Security, and this is your opportunity to learn from the best.
Purpose of the role
To support the day-to-day operations of the Chief Security Office, providing insights and expertise that help support the vision and mission of the business area.
Accountabilities
* Collaboration with experts across teams to help reduce risk, protect our customer and clients, and provide a world class service for our business.
* Identification of opportunities for us to improve and maximise agility and develop an agile and intelligence led approach to security delivery.
* Collaboration with cross-functional teams to support business projects and initiatives.
* Identification of opportunities for us to improve, and clearly articulating to drive positive change across the function.
Analyst Expectations
* To meet the needs of stakeholders/ customers through operational excellence and customer service.
* Perform prescribed activities in a timely manner and to a high standard.
* No people leadership roles at this grade.
* Execute work requirements as identified in processes and procedures, collaborating with and impacting on the work of team members.
* Identify escalation of policy breaches as required.
* Take responsibility for customer service and operational execution tasks.
* Take ownership for managing risk and strengthening controls in relation to the work you own or contribute to. Deliver your work and areas of responsibility in line with relevant rules, regulation and codes of conduct.
* Gain and maintain an understanding of own role, how the team integrates to achieve overall objectives, alongside knowledge of the work of other teams within the function.
* Work within well-defined procedures that may involve a variety of work routines.
* Demonstrate an understanding of the procedures.
* Evaluate and select the appropriate alternatives from defined options.
* Make judgements based on the analysis of factual information.
* Build relationships with stakeholders and customers to identify and address their needs, in support of a smooth operating process, handling sensitive issues as required.
Eligibility
First, you’ll need the right qualifications. For this apprenticeship opportunity you’ll need 5 GCSE’s at grades A*- C (9-5) including Maths and English (or equivalent).
Beyond that though, we’re also looking for commitment and enthusiasm. Our Apprenticeships place deep investment in you as an individual. That means we need you to match that commitment: you’ll turn up every day ready to work hard, push yourself, and think differently about what you’re capable of. You’ll have the backing of a global bank, and you’ll rise to that expectation.
What happens once you apply?
1. Step 1 – We’ll review your application
2. Step 2 – You’ll be asked to complete our online assessments
3. Step 3 – We’ll ask you to complete a survey, so we can be sure of your eligibility
4. Step 4 – It’s time to attend a virtual or in-person assessment day, where you’ll be assessed during a group activity and interview (this will take place from November 2025)
5. Step 5 – We’ll let you know the outcome and give you feedback
Why a Barclays Apprenticeship?
You’ll get the opportunity to earn whilst working towards a Counter Fraud Investigator Apprenticeship, a perfect blend of theoretical learning and real-life practical work whilst on a full-time salary in a permanent job. A unique chance to get a professional qualification without the student loan, all whilst getting years of work experience under your belt. Due to the evolving nature of Apprenticeships, a new Apprenticeship might become available and if deemed more relevant to your role, we’ll change the Apprentachment before you start.
We’ve spent 15 years perfecting the support that you’ll receive on our Apprenticeship programme. From day one, you’ll be assigned a Programme Support Manager matched to your needs and background, and together with your People Leader, they’ll support you as an individual. We’ll also match you to an expert in your specialist subject, ready to share their knowledge.
The Apprenticeship route gives you the opportunity for self-discovery and helps you to explore different career paths. With over 325 years of expertise in Banking, Barclays operates in 39 countries, employing around 90,000 people to help move, lend, invest and protect money for customers and clients worldwide. Giving you endless opportunities to network and discover what makes you tick.
Closing Date: 31 October 2025
Annual Salary £25,000 + benefits
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