IT Security Apprentice

Equans is looking for a IT Security Apprentice to join our Cyber Security team on an apprenticeship basis (2 years). This is a full time role working 37.5 hours per week. On offer is a salary banding of £24,000 – £27,000, dependant upon skills and experience as well as benefits package.

This role supports the Cyber Security function across EQUANS UK & Ireland, helping to protect business systems, data and services through cyber security, risk, governance and compliance activities. As an apprentice cyber security technician you will assist with security incidents, support the maintenance of security certifications such as ISO 27001 and Cyber Essentials, contribute to risk assessments and help promote a strong security culture across the organisation.

Throughout your apprenticeship, you will be supported by experienced members of the Cyber Security team, receiving structured training, mentoring and hands-on experience while working towards a Level 3 or Level 4 Cyber Security Apprenticeship, depending on experience. This is an excellent opportunity to develop practical cyber security skills while building a rewarding career in a growing field.

Please note, there is no fixed location for this role, preference is for candidates who live close to one of our offices (please see our website for locations) however all candidates must have a valid right to work in the UK. 

What will you deliver?

• Supporting the response to and resolution of cyber security incidents.
• Helping to ensure security controls meet business, compliance and legislative requirements.
• Working with stakeholders to provide security guidance throughout the project lifecycle.
• Assisting with the implementation of security controls across business systems.
• Supporting ISO 27001, Cyber Essentials, GDPR, PCI DSS and internal audit activities.
• Contributing to risk assessments and business impact analyses for new and existing solutions.
• Supporting the development and maintenance of security policies, standards and procedures.
• Promoting cyber security awareness through training and engagement activities.

What can we offer you?

On offer is a competitive salary and benefit package, which includes;

• 24 days annual leave (+ public holidays).
• Life Cover equivalent to 1.5 times annual salary.
• Employee discount shopping schemes on major brands and retailers.
• Gym membership discounts.
• Cycle to work scheme.
• Holiday purchase scheme.
• 2 corporate social responsibility days per year.
• Broad range of learning opportunities, such as professional qualifications, collective/individual training, and personalized support programmes.
• Attractive Employee Referral Rewards Scheme.
• Access to our growing employee networks.
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Program and access to mental wellbeing app.

Who are you?

• This position requires no formal IT knowledge, although there is an expectation of a strong IT Security understanding and a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies.  A desire to expand on fundamentals and a readiness to develop knowledge to a deeper degree. Enthusiasm and passion for IT Security is essential.

This role includes a Standard DBS check therefore ability to pass is essential. 

Who are we?

In the UK & Ireland, Equans is a provider of sustainable facilities management and regeneration, and cutting-edge energy and digital services. Our 15,000 employees combine these activities to deliver decarbonisation across the built environment and help businesses, communities, public sector organisations and government to accelerate the transition to a low carbon, resilient world. 

Globally, Equans is a world leader in the energy and services sector with operations in 20 countries, 90,000 employees working on 5 continents and a turnover of 19.2 billion euros in 2024. Equans is a subsidiary of the Bouygues group.

Our ambition

At Equans, we are driven by our ambition to be recognised for our operational excellence and as the best place to work for our employees. This commitment extends to achieving global and sustainable performance through Impact, ensuring that everything we do aligns with our core values—Accountability, Respect, Team Spirit, and Service Focus. 

We take ownership, act with integrity, and set high standards. We listen, support, and care for one another. We collaborate and build trust to achieve shared goals, always striving to meet our customers’ needs in a proactive and pragmatic way. These values shape our culture, strengthen our community, and inspire us to deliver excellence every day.

What’s next?

If this role is of interest to you, please click below to register, apply, and track your progress! A member of our Resourcing Team will review your application and be in touch.

As part our commitment to better reflect the markets within which we operate, we encourage applications from women, ethnically diverse individuals and people with disabilities, along with all candidates who identify with protected characteristic groups under the Equality Act 2010. 

At Equans we’re committed to delivering a culture where everyone’s voice is heard and supported. We know the value a diverse workforce creates, delivering better results for our people, customers, and stakeholders. Diversity and inclusion is at the core of what we do, should you join Equans you’ll find a welcoming and open workplace where you’re supported and encouraged to be your true self at work. 

You’ll also have access to our growing employee networks including AccessAbility (representing those with physical and mental disabilities), Encompass (representing the LGBTQ+ community), RISE (representing people from ethnic backgrounds), Veterans & Reservists, WOMEN Together (representing women in Equans), Working Parents, and Young Professionals.

For this role, you must have evidence of the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are not able to offer a re-location package with this job role.  Certain roles may require applicants to undergo a Disclosure check, as noted in the role requirements.

The Equans Resourcing Team manage this requirement. Agency involvement is not required. All related enquiries should come to the resourcing team not direct to Equans Managers.