Level 3 Apprenticeship in Cyber Security
Level 3 Apprenticeship in Cyber Security (Wales)
In an increasingly digital landscape, organisations across Wales face a growing number of threats to their information systems. The Level 3 Cyber Security Analyst Apprenticeship, underpinned by the Agored Cymru Level 3 Diploma, is a robust, work-based programme designed to develop the junior technical talent your organisation needs to identify and mitigate these vulnerabilities.
Core Competencies
This 77-credit programme ensures your staff master the essential skills required to protect organisational data and maintain security operations:
- Security Monitoring: Apprentices learn to assist with responding to cyber security alerts from SIEM (Security Information and Event Management) tools and other security systems.
- Incident Response: They gain practical skills in supporting incident response and escalating critical issues to security engineers where appropriate.
- Risk Assessment: The framework mandates training in Carrying out Information Security Risk Assessments and Incident Management Activities.
- Information Governance: Apprentices master the Principles of Information Governance and Assurance, ensuring your business operates within legal and professional frameworks.
Why invest in a Level 3 Cyber Security Apprentice?
This is the only Cyber Security Analyst pathway approved in Wales that is eligible for Welsh Government funding. It supports the 2023 Cyber Action Plan for Wales by building a direct pipeline of cyber talent for your business.
Training Commitment: The framework requires a minimum of 275 on-the-job and 278 off-the-job training hours, ensuring a high-quality blend of practical experience and technical knowledge.
Are your employees ready for more? See our Level 4 Apprenticeship in Cyber Security.
Why iungo?
iungo Solutions is a multi-accredited centre providing learning programmes focused on digital and green skills. We deliver hyperlocal employer-led solutions for recruiting, retaining, and upskilling diverse professional talent. By partnering with iungo Solutions you will access:
- tailored advice, guidance and support to maximise your apprenticeship and workforce development plans
- flexible delivery models to suit your operational needs including on-site, online, and evening/weekend delivery
- access to industry experienced tutors and assessors skilled in the latest tech stacks
- curated follow-on training opportunities and funding to maximise your investment
Learn more about us here.
Mandatory Units
- IT & Telecom System Security 2
- Health and Safety in IT
- Principles of Information Governance and Assurance
- Carrying out Information Security Risk Assessment
- Carrying out Information Security Incident Management Activities
- Professional Practice in an IT Context
Optional Units
- Testing IT & Telecoms Systems
- IT System Operation 2
- IT System Operation
- User Profile Administration
- Remote Support for IT Products and Services
- IT System Management
- Investigating and Defining Customer Requirements for IT Systems
- Testing IT Systems
- IT Technical Advice and Guidance
- IT System Management
- IT System Security
- IT Technical Advice and Guidance
- Remote Support for IT Products and Services
- Managing Software Development
- Managing Software Development
- Investigating and Defining Customer Requirements for IT Systems
- Computer Coding
- Principles of Artificial Intelligence use in the Workplace
This apprenticeship is designed for Welsh employers seeking to develop junior technical talent to protect organisational systems. It is ideal for school or college leavers and existing staff looking to upskill into roles like Junior Cyber Security Analyst, ensuring a pipeline of secure digital talent.
Need this qualification quicker? Complete this qualification in as little as 6 months via the Occupational Qualifications route.
Delivery Model
- 21 month programme
- Monthly 1:1s with an experienced Project Manager
- On-site / remote observations to gather evidence for portfolio
- 4 Assessment Workshops
Qualification
- Agored Cymru Level 3 Diploma in Cyber Security (145 Credits)
- Assessment is via assignments and a portfolio of work-based evidence. There are no examinations in this Apprenticeship.
Graduates can progress to the Level 4 Cyber Security Analyst Apprenticeship or a relevant degree apprenticeship. To specialise, employees should pursue vendor-specific certifications:
- Microsoft Certified: Azure Security Engineer Associate
- CompTIA Security+
- Certified Ethical Hacker (CEH)
- Cisco Certified Security Technician (CCST)
See our Vendor Certification provision for further information.
The Level 3 Apprenticeship in Cyber Seucrity is fully-funded for individuals who are eligible for Welsh Apprenticeship Funding. To be eligible for an Apprenticeship in Wales you must be:
- Aged 16 or above
- Living in Wales or working at least 51% of your time in Wales
- Employed for at least 16 hours per week or Self Employed; and
- Have the support of your employer to complete the Apprenticeship
A Non-Apprenticeship option to complete the Level 4 Diploma in Cyber Security is available for participants who do not meet the eligibility criteria for funding. The tuition fees for completing the Diploma are £2,995 inclusive of VAT..
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Through an apprenticeship, we can tailor the learning experience to meet the needs of your organisation whilst adhering to national standards, facilitate an environment for your team to learn and grow together, whilst providing you with the visibility to tack and evaluate learning and progression.
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