Richard Wheeler

Job Before: Musician

Richard Wheeler IT Career Switch

Job Now: Service Desk Analyst @ Fujitsu

 

 

Richard Wheeler IT Career Switch
Course: Cyber Security Traineeship
Placement Date: March 2025
Why did you start the Traineeship?
I decided to start the Traineeship because I was looking for a change after working on cruise ships for several years. At the time, I wasnโ€™t completely sure what direction to take, but I knew I wanted a new career that would keep me interested and offer opportunities for continuous learning and growth.
What did you enjoy most about the Traineeship?
What I enjoyed most about the Traineeship was how much learning material there was. It made me feel really well prepared and confident when I started my job. I also liked the practical side of it, especially the live labs, where I could actually get hands on and put everything I was learning into practice.
What's your current role like?
Iโ€™m working as an IT Service Desk Analyst. Itโ€™s a really exciting role because Iโ€™m always learning something new. I handle support through calls, live chat, and a self-service ticketing system, helping people with all sorts of IT problems. It feels good to be able to make a difference and help users get back up and running.