Cyber Security Graduate Intern (Fixed term 18 months)
Leeds Beckett UniversityUnited Kingdom3 days ago
Full-timeEngineering, Information Technology
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Digital Services underpin the mission critical activity of the University, with technology enabling all Teaching, Learning, Research and Professional Services activity our professionalism and energy are focused on driving improvements across Technology Architectures to enable the University to compete in the Digital Age.
Technology is now seen as a utility, just as vital as water or electricity; it has to be consistently available, work seamlessly and be of the highest quality possible. In this context, just some of our essential services include
We don’t just ‘do the technology’, it’s how we do it we’re aligned to the University’s values and we’re a people first team. We are aligned to the university’s values, making us a people first team. Relationships and partnerships are vital to our success, and we are excited to be engaging on a new future for the IT Department, with a renewed focus on security, nimbleness, high performance and value driven delivery.
The Cyber Security Graduate Intern will have a rare and exciting opportunity to be part of an experienced Cyber Team in the Higher Education sector. A chance to build strong foundations by gaining exposure to a wide variety of Cyber Security Principles.
The successful candidate will deliver real value by being directly involved in our security function gaining real world experience and exposure to a complex University environment, a chance to put the theoretical knowledge learned in their respective degree to practice.
We're seeking an enthusiastic candidate eager to learn and contribute to significant cyber improvements and routine security administration. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and embody the University's values.
We value a fresh perspective, so you'll be encouraged to ask questions, challenge existing practices, and suggest innovative ideas to continually improve the University's security function.
Reporting to the Head of Cyber Security, the graduate intern will report to the Head of Cyber Security and play a key role in supporting our team's daily activities. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to assist in continually evolving our Cyber Security Service, helping to protect the University against ever-present cyber threats. You'll get hands-on experience with a broad range of cyber security activities, focusing on improving the University's security posture and helping us maintain strong technical and procedural controls.
You'll be assisting the Cyber Security Team in providing cyber security guidance across the organisation, from customer support, tactical recommendations, ensuring a common understanding and approach to cyber security. Also working collaboratively with university colleagues to influence positive behaviours, whilst enabling the the University and protecting it from an ever-evolving Cyber threat.
Closing date Monday 10th November 2025 (2359)
Please be advised that due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post will not qualify for university sponsorship for new applicants to the Skilled Worker visa route. You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy.
Working here means you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits including our generous pension schemes, excellent holiday entitlements, flexible working, reduced study fees, subsidised fitness facilities and a lot more.
We welcome applications from all individuals and particularly from black and minority ethnic candidates as members of these groups are currently under-represented at this level of post. All appointments will be based on merit.
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Digital Services underpin the mission critical activity of the University, with technology enabling all Teaching, Learning, Research and Professional Services activity our professionalism and energy are focused on driving improvements across Technology Architectures to enable the University to compete in the Digital Age.
Technology is now seen as a utility, just as vital as water or electricity; it has to be consistently available, work seamlessly and be of the highest quality possible. In this context, just some of our essential services include
- Infrastructure support for the Physical and Wi-fi networks across two campuses
- Infrastructure and Application management of a complex web of mission critical systems
- Enterprise Communications support and development
- End user device & AV provision
- Cloud and on-prem lifecycle management of Applications and Data integrations
- First, Second- and Third-line support and development
- Data Centre Resilience
- Cyber Security
We don’t just ‘do the technology’, it’s how we do it we’re aligned to the University’s values and we’re a people first team. We are aligned to the university’s values, making us a people first team. Relationships and partnerships are vital to our success, and we are excited to be engaging on a new future for the IT Department, with a renewed focus on security, nimbleness, high performance and value driven delivery.
The Cyber Security Graduate Intern will have a rare and exciting opportunity to be part of an experienced Cyber Team in the Higher Education sector. A chance to build strong foundations by gaining exposure to a wide variety of Cyber Security Principles.
The successful candidate will deliver real value by being directly involved in our security function gaining real world experience and exposure to a complex University environment, a chance to put the theoretical knowledge learned in their respective degree to practice.
We're seeking an enthusiastic candidate eager to learn and contribute to significant cyber improvements and routine security administration. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication skills and embody the University's values.
We value a fresh perspective, so you'll be encouraged to ask questions, challenge existing practices, and suggest innovative ideas to continually improve the University's security function.
Reporting to the Head of Cyber Security, the graduate intern will report to the Head of Cyber Security and play a key role in supporting our team's daily activities. This position offers a fantastic opportunity to assist in continually evolving our Cyber Security Service, helping to protect the University against ever-present cyber threats. You'll get hands-on experience with a broad range of cyber security activities, focusing on improving the University's security posture and helping us maintain strong technical and procedural controls.
You'll be assisting the Cyber Security Team in providing cyber security guidance across the organisation, from customer support, tactical recommendations, ensuring a common understanding and approach to cyber security. Also working collaboratively with university colleagues to influence positive behaviours, whilst enabling the the University and protecting it from an ever-evolving Cyber threat.
Closing date Monday 10th November 2025 (2359)
Please be advised that due to the minimum salary thresholds imposed by the UKVI, this post will not qualify for university sponsorship for new applicants to the Skilled Worker visa route. You must have the right to work in the UK to apply for this vacancy.
Working here means you’ll have access to a wide range of benefits including our generous pension schemes, excellent holiday entitlements, flexible working, reduced study fees, subsidised fitness facilities and a lot more.
We welcome applications from all individuals and particularly from black and minority ethnic candidates as members of these groups are currently under-represented at this level of post. All appointments will be based on merit.
Apply online
Send to a friend
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