CDC 1st Line Cyber Apprentice Review
at Manchester Airport Group
Degree Apprenticeship
Cyber Security
Greater Manchester
Review Submitted: February 2026
Overall Rating
4.1 /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
3.8/5
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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
Working within a Security Operations Centre. Keeping on top of Cyber Security alerts, triaging incidents, analysing potential threats.
To what extent do you enjoy your programme?
4/5
The role itself has been far more rewarding than the learning.
Skills Development
Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?
5/5
I've learnt a number of new skills in cyber in the short time that I've been in this role.
Structure and Support
How well organised/structured is your programme?
4/5
There is good structure. My role involves semi-regular night shifts, giving me time to get on top of Uni work.
How much support do you receive from your employer?
5/5
I can't fault MAG so far
How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?
4/5
The support from the training provider has been fine, though the subjects for courses have been questionable.
How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?
2/5
So far I haven't really gained anything through the qualification, but its early.
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
There are a number of activities, though sometimes difficult to fit in to a 24/7 roster schedule.
Recommendations & Advice
Would you recommend Manchester Airport Group to a friend?
Yes
Why?
So far its been a very rewarding place to work, and I can't fault the company.
What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Manchester Airport Group?
Ensure you can show a real passion and willingness to learn about the role you are going for, they appreciate it where they see it.
Airfield Operations Apprentice
- Level 3 Apprenticeship
- Manchester Airport (MAN), Manchester M90 1QX, UK
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3.3
