About Us
We are a fast-growing information security company with big ambitions. Our cyber risk assurance business provides consultancy, testing, assurance, advice, and solutions to enable our clients to manage their wide-ranging technology risks and move forward with confidence.
As our organisation continues to grow and expand, we are delighted to recruit for our 2026 apprenticeship scheme. This opportunity combines paid, high-level training with hands-on learning, helping you build practical skills, valuable experience, and the knowledge needed for a strong start to your career.
The Apprenticeship
In this role, you will gain hands-on experience supporting a wide range of cyber security functions across the business. Working alongside experienced professionals, you will contribute to real customer projects, including auditing and assurance, security risk assessments, and vulnerability management.
A key part of your role will involve supporting the assessment and delivery of Cyber Essentials audits. During your apprenticeship, you will be trained to become a Cyber Essentials Assessor, with potential future pathways to progress to Cyber Essentials Plus Assessor or NCSC Cyber Advisor, depending on your performance and business needs. Your work will help organisations strengthen their cyber security while giving you valuable exposure and unique learning opportunities within the industry.
Alongside your role, you will be supported through a fully funded Level 6 Degree Apprenticeship in Cyber Security at the University of Gloucestershire. Throughout the programme, you will develop both academic knowledge and practical skills, with training covering key areas such as networking and architecture, operating systems, cloud services, programming, web development, security governance, and big data, machine learning, and AI analytics.
This combination of structured study and on-the-job experience will equip you with the skills, knowledge, and confidence needed to build a successful career in cyber security. Beyond the programme, there may be opportunities to further your academic and vocational achievements, based on your performance, potential, and business needs.
Applicants must be committed to the successful completion of all academic modules and assignments in line with the apprenticeship standard.
Essential Requirements
We welcome applications from candidates currently completing suitable A-Levels (or a Level 3 equivalent), as well as those who already hold an unrelated degree at 2:1 or above and are looking to transition into a career in Cyber Security.
All applicants must meet the following essential minimum criteria:
- A minimum of Grade 6 in English Language and Grade 7 in Mathematics at GCSE (or equivalent).
- At least three A-Levels, BTEC, or equivalent qualifications, with a minimum of 120 UCAS points (BBB or equivalent).
- A demonstrable interest in Cyber Security.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
This role requires full-time attendance at our Cheltenham office.
All applicants must have full and permanent right to work in the UK (unfortunately, we cannot offer visa support for PSW or out-of-country applicants). In order to apply for this opportunity, you must be eligible for UK Security Clearance. Normally this is to the level of Security Check (typically known as “SC”) for our business which includes having a minimum of 5 years permanent residency in the UK.
Please note that as part of the recruitment process, financial and criminal records check will be carried out by an authorised third party.
Desirable Requirements
- Experience in an IT or technical support role e.g. IT Help Desk.
- CompTIA qualifications, Hack The Box or TryHackMe leadership places.
- Attendance at Cyber Security conferences and/or courses.
- Awareness of Cyber Security frameworks/standards.
Diversity and Inclusion
We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer with a commitment to creating an environment which values equality, encourages diversity, and contributes to an inclusive organisational culture. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment irrespective of legally protected status.
Recruitment Agents
We do not engage with recruiters.
Contact
We kindly ask that applicants contact us only through the official application process.
Please note, due to the high number of expected applicants we will not be able to respond to unsuccessful applicants.
Important Information for Candidates
Candidates are advised to read our Candidate Privacy Notice before applying for any role with us. The notice explains how personal data provided as part of the recruitment process will be collected, processed, stored and protected.
www.keysigma.co.uk/Candidate_Privacy_Notice/
Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship
Pay: £15,600.00-£24,863.00 per year
Benefits:
- Casual dress
- Company events
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Discounted or free food
- Free or subsidised travel
- Free parking
- On-site parking
- Sick pay
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Cheltenham, Gloucestershire: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Are you eligible for UK SC security clearance?
- Are you willing to undergo third party financial, criminal record and reference checks as part of the recruitment process.
Licence/Certification:
- GCSE English Language Certificate at Grade 6 or Above (required)
- GCSE Maths Certificate at Grade 7 or Above (required)
- 120 UCAS Points (Predicted Grades Acceptable) (required)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person
