Cybersecurity Analyst Industrial Placement Review

My role involves monitoring systems to identify, research and analyse security risks to then investigate vulnerabilities and collaborate across teams to protect our systems. I also automate processes to enhance the flow of the teams daily operations to aid monitoring and data collection.

Yes, from the beginning of my time here I was working on tasks that had a real impact on the team. I have felt well supported throughout my experience, fostering an encouraging environment that facilitates growth.

Yes, throughout my experience, I have learned how to successfully collaborate across teams to work towards a common goal by building on communication, listening, and trust. I have also learned how to produce professional technical documents to a high standard, alongside developing further technical cyber skills.

There is lots of support and guidance available to you. In the first weeks you have the early careers teams holding lots of welcome events which teach you about the company and how everything works here. There are also lots of ice breaking events that are designed to help you build connections and network with your cohort so that you can get to know your peers. Once you start your technical role, you will continue to have access to the early careers team for anything you need but you will also have a manager and a team who will support you in your main role. Alongside your core team, you will be given a 'buddy' who will be someone at the company who has been here a little bit longer, who will be an additional support to you.

The atmosphere here is great, the people are all very kind and supportive, very open to providing you with new learning opportunities.

I've really enjoyed my placement, the work is very interesting and the environment is supportive and pleasant.

Yes