Cyber Security Specialist Review
at UBS
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Information Technology
City of London, London, UK
Review Submitted: May 2021
Overall Rating
4.9 /5
The Overall Rating is the average of all the ratings given in each category. We take those individual ratings and combine them into one final score!
5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.8/5
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Structure and Support
Overview of Role
Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:
5/5
I have oversight of the companies Data Breach Incident Handling process, interacting with different stakeholders internationally
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
5/5
The UBS apprenticeship program allows me to work directly with experts in the industry and learn directly from them. UBS has a great work culture, which allows me to reach my full potential
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
Since joining the UBS apprenticeship program I have completed my Level 3 in Managing Cyber Security and Enrolled in my Level 4 recently. I have developed many skills such as communication, collaboration and time management.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
5/5
After the initial apprenticeship onboarding the training provided is the best, my line manager works with me to reach my goals and apprenticeship competencies.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
Support is available from many different stakeholders throughout UBS, I have quarterly check ins with the HR junior talent team and weekly catch ups with my line manager.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I have only recently signed onto my Level 4 apprenticeship, however so far the support has been amazing, Firebrand always reply swiftly and assist all my problems.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
5/5
I am constantly finding links between my course content and my job role, the knowledge that I am covering on my course directly correlates to work I am doing and vice-versa.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
4/5
Pre-covid I was involved in many networking events and volunteering activities, some of which have moved to virtual.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend UBS to a friend?
Yes
Why?
UBS has a great work culture and are interested and invested in the personal development of their employees.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to UBS?
The interview day is very well organised and all relevant information is provided via email.
