Cyber Security Review
at BAE Systems
Degree Apprenticeship
Software Engineering
Portsmouth
Review Submitted: April 2025
Overall Rating
4.5 /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
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Overview of Role
4/5
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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:
4/5
Training and services regarding IT related systems owned by BAE systems, including weekly scans, technical updates and risk assessment.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
I find the experience challenging yet exciting, and enjoy the opportunity to learn and hopefully excel.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
4/5
I have learned how to operate new systems, as well as procedures for risk assessment and audits. I have also improved my programming expertise.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
I believe the programme has been very well structured.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I have had no instances where I have found as though I have been unsupported. The support I do receive has not only been extremely helpful, but also catered towards my own skills and learning methods.
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
5/5
I receive the right amount of support I need to improve.
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 helped me start with improved skills.
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
Networking and group activities are common and well organized.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend BAE Systems to a friend?
Yes
Why?
BAE Systems has been a fantastic opportunity for me, and one I have enjoyed working for.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to BAE Systems?
Expect the work at hand to not be easy, but challenging enough to help progress and learning.
