Cyber Security Degree Apprentice
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Position Overview & Specifications
About the Role
Are you currently looking to undertake a career in Cyber Security?Are you interested in how Computers and Software work?
Do you think logically and like a challenge and providing solutions?
If you have answered yes then this Cyber Security Degree Apprenticeship might be your calling!
Lockheed Martinβs Cyber Works Centre, in Gloucester, is undertaking a period of growth with multiple programmes in the Cyber & Intelligence and Spectrum Convergence domains delivering everything from secure software β our core business β to integrated cyber and electronic warfare solutions. This period of growth offers new and exciting challenges for the team, offering opportunities to embrace new technologies and different software development practices. Lockheed Martinβs apprenticeship scheme offers the ability to earn a salary whilst you are studying for nationally recognised qualifications. Youβll get to work alongside our experts who have a wide range of knowledge and experiences to share with you, with a programme designed to provide you with the knowledge and skills for a highly successful career with us. We understand and value individuality, therefore your training and development will be tailored specifically to help you achieve your goals.
At Lockheed Martin we have a diverse portfolio, featuring complex technology integration for rotary and fixed wing, maritime, electronic warfare, cyber solutions, training and logistics and postal systems, artificial intelligence, image analytics and machine learning technologies.
We may not know what's going to change the world next, but chances are we're already working on it, and you can be part of the story.
You can expect outstanding benefits, a diverse and inclusive work environment, ongoing career development and support, rewards and recognition to reward you for your hard work, and more.
The apprenticeship will entail on the job learning at LMUK Cyber Works Centre together with external training leading to a Bachelor of Science Honours degree on a block release basis. You will also have the opportunity to undertake a number of internal training courses to complement their external training. The on-site learning will see you embedded into various projects at LMUK Cyber Works Centre where, with guidance from Subject Matter Experts, you will develop skills and gain experience to provide evidence of your knowledge and learning. During these rotations, apprentices will be exposed to several disciplines (Systems, Software Engineering, Integration & Test, and Infrastructure), and will work on all stages of the Software Development Lifecycle.
What will you get from this role?
You will get to work with world leading technology and learn from industry experts to give you the best start possible within the world of Cyber Security. Weβll provide you with meaningful work that will allow you to grow your skills and enhance your career with us, but equally important to us is that you enjoy a strong work life balance as well. Thatβs why we offer flexible work schedules and a comprehensive benefits suite to enable you to live a healthy fulfilling life at and outside of work. Our 9-day working fortnight is a particular favourite amongst the team, giving you every other Friday off, to spend more time doing the things you enjoy.
Required skills, qualifications and experience
What do we want from you?- An interest in Cyber and Software Engineering, and a basic understanding of the aspects that it entails.
- A keen interest in how things work, and be motivated by creating software solutions for challenging problems.
- Logical and careful approach to analysing problems and able to think creatively about creating solutions.
Job Reference Number
13456BREmployee Type
Full TimeHours Per Week
37.5Working Schedule
4xFlexCountry
United Kingdom (UK)Clearance Required for Role
SCGraduate, Intern or Apprentice Vacancy?
YesWhat we offer you
At Lockheed Martin our employees come first and therefore your physical, mental and financial wellbeing matters to us. On top of working in a highly supportive, friendly, respectful environment you can expect so much more.We are an employer in support of and offering Flexible working with the option to also work a 4 day week depending on business requirements, where you have the option of Fridays off. We offer Competitive salaries alongside a flexible holiday entitlement.
We have a Wealth of benefits available to you that can be selected through our wellbeing tool upon commencement of employment. Just a few of our amazing benefits are shown below:
- Private Medical Insurance
- Competitive Pension
- Dental
- Critical Illness
- Life Assurance
- Travel Insurance
- Employee discounts for top high street shops
- Employee Assistance Program which includes free face to face counselling sessions, Legal advice, Financial advice, etc
- Internal training and development alongside out Education assistance programmes
- Reimbursement for a professional membership
- Competitive policies that support flexibility and family leave inclusive of enhanced maternity leave
Business Environment
Lockheed Martin Rotary and Mission Systems (RMS) provides systems engineering, software development, training solutions and complex program management for global security, civil and commercial markets. Simply stated, our mission is to be the worldβs leading global security and aerospace company. To achieve this mission, RMS draws on its core capabilities in advanced platforms and weapons, C4ISR, global sustainment, training and sensors.Equal Opportunity Statement
Lockheed Martin recognises and actively promotes the benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to treating all employees with dignity and respect regardless of race, gender, disability, age, sexual orientation, religion or belief. Discrimination on any of these grounds is expressly forbidden. We therefore welcome applications from all sections of the community.Job Expires
07/06/2024Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (Β£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Aerospace & Defence
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Cyber Security Degree Apprentice roles across Lockheed Martin Corporation's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Aerospace & Defence.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked Salary Disclosed on Application bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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