Trainee Cyber Security Analyst - Training Course

Manchester

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About the opportunity
Are you ready to launch a career in cyber security? Netcom Training’s fully-funded Cyber Security course (NCFE Certificate in Cyber Security Practices, Level 3) equips you with the practical skills employers in Greater Manchester are actively seeking.
From threat intelligence and security testing to incident response and ethical compliance, you’ll gain hands-on experience that prepares you for today’s fast-growing cyber security and IT roles.
Our learners have gone on to roles such as Cyber Security Analyst, Junior Penetration Tester, SOC Analyst, and IT Support, working with companies across tech, logistics, public services, and digital sectors. Complete the course and gain a guaranteed interview with a leading employer, helping you start your career protecting businesses, data, and digital systems.
Course Details

Start Date: 02/02
Duration: 14 weeks
Format: Online, practical workshops
Schedule: 6-9PM
What you’ll learn
Cyber Principles: Understand core frameworks and security principles.
Threat Intelligence: Develop expertise to identify risks and analyze threats.
Vulnerability Testing: Conduct cyber security testing, identify vulnerabilities, and implement controls.
Incident Response: Prepare for and respond to live cyber security incidents.
Ethics & Law: Understand legislation and ethical conduct within the cyber security sector.
Professional Skills: Build the behaviours required for the modern cyber security workplace.
Career Pathway
Successful participants are guaranteed an interview with us or our network of UK-wide partners working with leading brands.
Potential Roles: Trainee Cyber Security Analyst, SOC Analyst, Junior Information Security Officer.
Starting Salaries: Typically £22,000 – £35,000 (role dependent).
Eligibility
This is a government-funded opportunity. To apply, you must:
Live in Greater Manchester.
Be aged 19 or over.
Earn below the gross annual wage cap of £32,400.
Not currently be undertaking other government-funded training.
Right to Work: You must have lived in the UK/EU for the last 3 years and have the right to work in the UK (Student/Graduate visas are not eligible).
Cost
This is a fully-funded course with no fees – complete the training, gain essential cyber security skills, and secure your guaranteed interview

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