Security Analyst Review
at NatWest Group
Higher Level Apprenticeship
Information Technology
EH12
Review Submitted: April 2022
Overall Rating
4.6 /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!
4.5/5
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Overview of Role
5/5
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Skills Development
4.4/5
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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
My role involves reviewing change documents to find any security issues and ensure they are mitigated and follow relevant polices.
I work as a Information Security Analyst in the Security Architecture department of NatWest.
I work as a Information Security Analyst in the Security Architecture department of NatWest.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I enjoyed the programme as it had a mix of training courses and workplace tasks. It helped develop my soft skills such as teamwork and communication.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I have learned lots of new skills from , coding to cloud technologies.
My main skill improvement has been able to use different operating systems such as Linux and Mac OS.
My main skill improvement has been able to use different operating systems such as Linux and Mac OS.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
The training and overall structure of the programme was good , future programmes would benefit from more workplace programmes and on the job training.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I received great support from my employer , line manager and team members.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
My training provider QA was great at supporting me to achieve my qualification.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
4/5
My qualification has given me a foundational understanding of IT systems and Security measures used to protect them.
Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)
5/5
Their are Social events such as team activity days , an apprentice cohort chat which helps everyone discuss their experiences and socialise.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend NatWest Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
A great company to work for , offers outstanding opportunity's and support.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to NatWest Group?
Do your research about the company and role, update your CV and understand the company polices before the interview.
