Cyber Security Placement Program
Train online to become a Cyber Security Analyst and don’t pay a penny until you get hired.
- Upfront cost: ZERO
- Difficulty: entry level
- Salary: £23k – £40k
We Invest In You!
Our online Cyber Security Placement program is the most accessible way to start a new career in Cyber Security.
The training is provided free of charge and only once you are placed into a role with a minimum salary of £23k will you pay any fees.
The training can be completed online in as little as 10 weeks making it perfect for anyone looking to change their career to IT quickly.
We invest in you to make the career change you’ve always wanted.
If you have the appetite to learn and succeed, fill out the simple enquiry form below to get started.
Application process
Step
1
Consultation
Just click on one of the enquiry buttons to leave us a few details. We will get in touch within 1 working day to talk through the program.
Step
2
Online test
We will send you a short 10-minute online IT quiz to see if you have the aptitude to be accepted into the program.
Step
3
Course logins
We will email your course logins within 4 working hours after registering so you can start right away.
Study Process
Based on 10-12 hours of study a week.
Course 1
CompTIA A+ Core 1
- The CompTIA A+ is the staple certification for an entry level IT role and is split into two parts. This first part focuses on computer maintenance support.
Weeks 1-2
FEA Application
- The FEA (Future Earnings Application) is a finance agreement that will allow you to continue to study for free until you are hired
30 minutes
Course 2
CompTIA A+ Core 2
- The 2nd part covers the installation and configuration of operating system, expanded security, operational procedures and software troubleshooting.
Weeks 3-4
Course 3
Comptia Network +
- CompTIA Network+ validates the technical skills needed to securely establish, maintain and troubleshoot the essential networks that businesses rely on.
Weeks 5-7
Course 4
Microsoft Windows 10
- The main operating system used within the workforce is Windows 10. Its essential as an IT professional to have the knowledge required to troubleshoot an array of issues.
Weeks 8-10
Practical Work
Live Labs
- The labs will give you the ability to test and hone your skills in a practical environment ensuring you hit the ground running in your first IT role.
Weeks 11-13
Mock Tests
CompTIA A+ mock tests
- You will be provided access to hundreds of official mock tests to ensure your fully prepared to take the official exams.
Week 14
Exams
CompTIA A+ exams
Taken at either a test centre or conveniently online from home. Each exam is 90 minutes long with multiple choice questions, drag and drops and performance-based
Weeks 14-16
IT Job Placement
Salary £23k – £30k
Once you pass your exams we enter the job placement phase. Here our recruitment team will work with you on a 1-to-1 basis to place you into your new IT role with a minimum salary of £23k.
Cyber Security Job Placement
Salary £30k – £40k
After you are placed you into your first role as either an IT Technician/IT Support specialist, with a starting salary between £23k-30k we will release the cyber security training to you.
The cyber security training is specifically designed to qualify you to move into the cyber security sector. You will have two years of access to complete a selection of cyber courses, Live lab, and an official CySA+ exam, as outlined below.
Once you have gained two years of experience within the IT industry, as well as completed the cyber training, we can then place you into a role as a cyber security analyst with a salary of 30k-40k.
Cyber Courses
Your second batch of courses are specifically designed to give you the knowledge, skills and certifications required to move into a Cyber Security Analyst role once you have the required two years experience in your IT Technician role. You will be completing the following courses;
– CompTIA Security+
–CompTIA Linux+
–CompTIA Pentest+
–CompTIA Cyber Security Analyst+ (CySA+)
–CCNA Security
CySA+ Livelab
While working in your IT Technician role you will be able to gain some valuable hands-on experience.
You will also have access to the official CompTIA Cyber Security Analyst+ Livelab which will provide you with the necessary platform to gain practical experience.
Topics will cover information security, configuring and using threat detection tools, data analysis, identifying vulnerabilities, identifying threats, and risks, and securing and protecting applications and systems within an organisation.
CySA+ Exam
The final step is the official CompTIA Cyber Security Analyst+ exam.
CySA+ is the only intermediate high-stakes cyber security analyst certification with performance-based questions covering security analytics, intrusion detection and response.
High-stakes exams are proctored at a Pearson VUE testing centre in a highly secure environment. CySA+ is the most up-to-date security analyst certification that covers advanced persistent threats in a post-2014 cyber security environment.
Meet your tutors
You are not alone. You will be assigned a tutor that will be at your disposable over the phone or via email whenever you need help. You will also get weekly check in calls to help keep you on track and motivated throughout the process.
I always keep myself up to date on the latest technology as well as updating my certifications so that I can provide expert tutor support on the latest curriculum.
I have more than 20 years of experience in the IT field, this forms the foundation of my commitment to help my students, whatever their abilities may be.
I’m passionate about everything IT. I keep up to date with all my relevant certifications as well as new technologies to ensure I provide the best possible support. In my spare time, I’m also an avid pc gamer and motorcycle enthusiast.
Recruitment
Recruitment period
On completion of your studies, you will be assigned your own personal recruitment consultant. Firstly your CV will be completely reformatted, updated, and tailored to the IT industry.
Your consultant will then actively seek opening positions with our wide network of partner companies and new companies hiring in your area. You will be provided with comprehensive interview prep and techniques ensuring you’re fully confident in the hiring process.
On average our students are hired within only 8 weeks.
Completion fees
Only once you have been placed into an IT position with a minimum salary of £23k will you need to pay any fees.
Our fees are simple. 10% of your salary for 36 months once you’re earning £23k or more.
Success stories
Example Jobs
IT Support
Job Overview
To provide 1st line (helpdesk) technical support to staff within the business, assisting them with hardware and software problems via phone, email or desktop takeover.
Duties and Responsibilities
- To provide technical support; answering support queries either onsite or via phone or email.
- To maintain a high degree of customer service for all support queries and adhere to all service management principles.
- To take ownership of user problems and be proactive when dealing with user issues.
- To log all calls on the call logging system and maintain full documentation.
- Respond to enquiries from clients and help them resolve any hardware or software problems.
- Maintain a log of any software or hardware problems detected.
- Support users in the use of Computer equipment by providing necessary training and advice.
- To allocate more complex service issues to the relevant IT Support member.
- To arrange for external technical support where problems cannot be resolved in house.
IT Support
Job Overview
To provide 1st line (helpdesk) technical support to staff within the business, assisting them with hardware and software problems via phone, email or desktop takeover.
Duties and Responsibilities
- To provide technical support; answering support queries either onsite or via phone or email.
- To maintain a high degree of customer service for all support queries and adhere to all service management principles.
- To take ownership of user problems and be proactive when dealing with user issues.
- To log all calls on the call logging system and maintain full documentation.
- Respond to enquiries from clients and help them resolve any hardware or software problems.
- Maintain a log of any software or hardware problems detected.
- Support users in the use of Computer equipment by providing necessary training and advice.
- To allocate more complex service issues to the relevant IT Support member.
- To arrange for external technical support where problems cannot be resolved in house.
Position 1
IT Technician
0-2 Years
Job Overview
IT Technician required to join our Field Services team, which will involve working on site with our clients, helping to deliver a broad range of IT support solutions, along with providing brilliant customer service at all times.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Presenting the proposed solutions to the clients over the telephone and face to face and explaining the industry jargon in a clear, confident and concise manner.
- Designing, building and testing hardware and software for inclusion into systems both at our facility and on site. Installing and maintaining systems.
- Problem solving both before and during installation.Ensuring that during on site project work customer requirements are met wherever feasible. Providing professional and competent pre and post-sales support to customers. Writing and delivering documentation, application guides, manuals etc.
- Training the clients staff on the operation and maintenance of the systems. Supporting colleagues with internal IT issues.
IT Technician
Job Overview
IT Technician required to join our Field Services team, which will involve working on site with our clients, helping to deliver a broad range of IT support solutions, along with providing brilliant customer service at all times.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Presenting the proposed solutions to the clients over the telephone and face to face and explaining the industry jargon in a clear, confident and concise manner.
- Designing, building and testing hardware and software for inclusion into systems both at our facility and on site. Installing and maintaining systems.
- Problem solving both before and during installation.
- Ensuring that during on site project work customer requirements are met wherever feasible. Providing professional and competent pre and post-sales support to customers. Writing and delivering documentation, application guides, manuals etc.
- Training the clients staff on the operation and maintenance of the systems. Supporting colleagues with internal IT issues.
- General PC Maintenance.
IT Technician
Job Overview
IT Technician required to join our Field Services team, which will involve working on site with our clients, helping to deliver a broad range of IT support solutions, along with providing brilliant customer service at all times.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Presenting the proposed solutions to the clients over the telephone and face to face and explaining the industry jargon in a clear, confident and concise manner.
- Designing, building and testing hardware and software for inclusion into systems both at our facility and on site. Installing and maintaining systems.
- Problem solving both before and during installation.
- Ensuring that during on site project work customer requirements are met wherever feasible. Providing professional and competent pre and post-sales support to customers. Writing and delivering documentation, application guides, manuals etc.
- Training the clients staff on the operation and maintenance of the systems. Supporting colleagues with internal IT issues.
- General PC Maintenance.
Position 2
Cyber Security Analyst
2+ Years
Job Overview
Job duties typically include planning and implementing security measures to protect computer systems, networks and data. Cyber security analysts are expected to stay up-to-date on the latest intelligence, including hackers’ methodologies, in order to anticipate security breaches.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Creating, testing and implementing network disaster recovery plans
- Performing risk assessments and testing of data processing systems
- Installing firewalls, data encryption and other security measures
- Recommending security enhancements and purchases
- Recognise patterns or inconsistencies that could indicate complex cyber attacks
- Preventing data loss and service interruptions by researching new technologies that will effectively protect a network
- Perform internet penetration, network vulnerability assessments, social engineering and IT audits
Companies
Our graduates now work with
Why choose us?
We are the most assessable solution in the UK for you to not only train for a new career in IT but actually start one without any initial cost.
What do we provide?
- Accredited training courses from CompTIA and Microsoft
- CompTIA Platinum partner
- Live Lab for your practical work
- Expert CV review
- £23K-£40K Job Guarantee
- No upfront fees
- Expert tutor support, phone and email
- 1 on 1 mentorship
Why you should choose IT?
- 53% of organisations struggle to find qualified professionals
- One of the fastest growing industries in the UK
- Average starting salary of £24K
- Fantastic career opportunities
- A career for life
- Over 200,000 vacancies in the UK
- Salaries increasing 4.2% per year
- Average salary for Cyber Security professionals is £55K
What salary can you expect?
- IT Technician – £24,000
- Junior Cyber security Analyst – £35,000
- Network Security Analyst – £44,000
- Cyber security Analyst – £45,000
- Penetration Tester – £75,000
- Chief Information Security officer – £90,000
- Cyber security Consultant – £100,000+
Cyber Security Placement Program
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