This is a fantastic opportunity to complete a graduate apprenticeship at a dynamic organisation that is at the forefront of technology innovation. EPCC is the first UK National Supercomputing Centre and provides research supercomputing and data science services for academic, public and industry sectors. At our world class 38MW data centre, the Advanced Computing Facility (ACF), we host and manage high performance computing systems including ARCHER2, the UKâs current national supercomputing service, and the diverse collection of AI, data science cloud and storage capabilities that form the Edinburgh International Data Facility and Safe Haven Services. \n\nEPCC has a long and successful history of providing graduate apprenticeships and is committed to providing training, development and coaching to enable apprentices to succeed in their studies and early careers. Our apprentices join the small and friendly Systems team within EPCC that provides infrastructure deployment and support, system administration, cybersecurity and operations functions. \n\nWe welcome applications from all candidates who:\n- Are eligible for the graduate apprenticeship scheme and able to complete a degree in a relevant subject within the two years of this apprenticeship (https://www.apprenticeships.scot/become-an-apprentice/graduate-apprenticeships/)\n- Have a keen interest in emerging computer technologies, and an enthusiasm for broadening knowledge about computing, IT, data centres, networks, cybersecurity, etc.\n- Have a demonstrable understanding of system administration and support in a networked environment, and interest in developing skills in, e.g., Linux server administration, virtualisation, containerisation, shell scripting, slurm, Ansible, Kubernetes, Wazuh. \n- A commitment to providing outstanding service to users and colleagues, resolving queries and incidents and driving continual improvement in operational processes, including use of automation. As a Graduate Apprentice you will study for your degree alongside your job, spending approximately 80% of your time in work and 20% in university. This unique combination offers an integrated experience, where practical skills and knowledge gained during the university days can be embedded in your working practices. Skills learned directly in the workplace are aligned with and can be applied to coursework and assessment. This accelerated entry programme allows you to attain an honours degree in 2 years, the same time as traditional students who enter an equivalent full-time university course at the same level.\n\nYou will study on a Graduate Apprenticeship degree programme towards a BEng (Hons) Cyber Security at Edinburgh Napier University. This course provides relevant fundamental knowledge related to Cyber Security such as encryption and authentication, and also provides relevant practical examples through lab-based practice, while emphasising engineering practice.\n\nYou will initially be taught the principles of security and digital forensics using specialist software and equipment. You will then develop the ability to apply professional standards to the analysis, design, testing and evaluation of reliable and maintainable software.\n This is a 2 year programme for which the successful candidate must meet the typical entry requirements for year 3 entry into Edinburgh Napier Universityâs BEng (Hons) Cybersecurity Graduate Apprenticeship.\n\nTo enter this programme at the start of Year 3 you must have 240 SCQF credits (or equivalent) of which a minimum of 120 credits are at SCQF 8 (or equivalent) and/or significant recognition of prior learning (RPL) through industry-related experience, qualifications, and informal learning.\nSCQF Level 8 qualifications can include:\n\nâ¢\tHND at minimum Grade B in Networking, Cyber Security, Computing: Networking, Computer Networking & Internet Technology\nâ¢\tDiploma for Higher Education (SCQF 8) in a relevant subject area\n\nYou must be able to provide proof of any qualifications stated on your CV to meet university entry requirements.