Graduate Cyber Security

Description

Job title: Graduate Shared Services Cyber Security

Location: Preston (Lancashire). We offer a range of hybrid and flexible working arrangements – however for this role you will be expected to attend your site 1-2 days per week.

Salary: £34,000 Per Annum + £2,000 Welcome Bonus

Who we are

Join BAE Systems and you’ll be part of something bigger. As a valued member of our global colleague network, you’ll bring your unique skills and perspectives to help pioneer progress and protect what matters most. You’ll be trusted to play your part in delivering the advanced, technology-led defence, aerospace and security solutions of tomorrow – shaping a safer future, for all of us.

From the depths of the ocean, to the far reaches of space – there’s no limit to where a career at BAE Systems could take you.

Role description

This role supports the identification, assessment, and documentation of cyber security risks across sector and technology environments, while helping to maintain the EIT cyber risk register and track associated mitigation plans. It involves analysing emerging cyber threats and vulnerabilities to assess their potential business impact, as well as supporting the automation and continuous improvement of the cyber risk service. The position also contributes to the development of Key Risk Indicators and other cyber risk metrics, working closely with stakeholders to understand business risks and security requirements. In addition, the role is responsible for monitoring compliance with agreed cyber security policies and supporting the assessment and management of cyber risks across the organisation.

Core duties

• Demonstrates cyber security methodologies and problem-solving techniques in an organised and logical manner
• Good written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work collaborate effectively across a multitude of cyber functions
• Understanding of basic cyber security concepts such as vulnerabilities, threats, controls and risks
• A good understanding of cyber security frameworks such as NIST, ISO 27001, MITRE ATT&CK

The Shared Services Team

We are home to experts and leaders in their fields who manage some of today’s toughest challenges, delivering the most complex programmes, generating critical export growth and supporting thousands of advanced engineering jobs distributed throughout the UK.

Why BAE Systems

Here you’ll build a career with purpose and limitless possibilities. With lifelong learning and meaningful work – this is a place where you can grow your career with confidence and be empowered to be your best. You’ll be recognised for your contribution and enjoy rewards tailored to what’s most important to you and your family – support for your financial and personal wellbeing, as well as a balanced lifestyle. In an environment embracing sustainable ways of working and with a strong sense of shared purpose, our supportive culture is a place you can feel you belong and proud of the difference you make.

A place where everyone can thrive

We’re committed to building an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and supported. We know that a diversity of backgrounds, perspectives and experiences strengthens our teams and is vital to the work we do.

Please be aware that many roles at BAE Systems are subject to both security and export control restrictions. These restrictions mean that factors such as your nationality, any nationalities you may have previously held, and your place of birth can restrict the roles you are eligible to perform within the organisation. All applicants must as a minimum achieve Baseline Personnel Security Standard. Many roles also require higher levels of National Security Vetting where applicants must typically have 5 to 10 years of continuous residency in the UK depending on the vetting level required for the role, to allow for meaningful security vetting checks.

Qualification requirements

As a minimum requirement you must have obtained, or be predicted to obtain, a 2:2 Bachelor’s degree or a pass at Master’s level in the following subjects: Information Technology (IT), Cyber Security or Computer Science degree.

Start date: 6th September 2027 Length of contract: Permanent contract