Graduate Cyber Security Consultant

Graduate Cyber Security Consultant

Help Welsh businesses become more secure, resilient and ready for the future.

Cyber security is no longer only a concern for large organisations. Start -ups and SMEs are facing growing risks, and while many understand its importance, they may not have the internal capacity or confidence to know where to begin.

This role is designed for graduates with a strong foundation in cyber security who want to apply their knowledge in real business settings.

About the Opportunity

You will work with an SME in Wales to support cyber readiness, staff awareness, basic risk reviews and practical improvement planning.

You will be trained and supported to work as a Graduate Cyber Security Consultant, providing useful support that helps businesses improve their cyber confidence.

This is a strong opportunity to build real experience in cyber security while helping Welsh businesses become more resilient and competitive. You will develop consultancy -style skills, learn how cyber security applies in SME environments and contribute to the digital strength of businesses across Wales.

What You Will Be Doing

Depending on the needs of the business you are matched with, you may support work such as:

• Conducting a basic cyber readiness review
  
• Helping the business understand common cyber risks
  
• Reviewing existing cyber policies, processes and staff guidance
  
• Supporting Cyber Essentials readiness
  
• Creating simple cyber awareness materials for staff
  
• Supporting safer working practices around devices, accounts and data
  
• Helping the business document risks and prioritise practical improvements
  
• Supporting incident reporting processes and escalation guidance
  

Who We Are Looking For

We are looking for recent graduates who already have a solid foundation in cyber security and want to apply it in a practical SME environment.

You may be a good fit if you:

• Have studied cyber security, computer science, information systems, digital forensics, software engineering, networking or another relevant discipline
  
• Understand common cyber risks facing businesses
  
• Have awareness of areas such as phishing, access control, passwords, MFA, backups, malware protection, software updates and incident reporting
  
• Are interested in helping businesses improve their cyber readiness
  
• Can explain technical risks in clear, simple language
  
• Are confident asking questions and gathering information responsibly
  
• Understand the importance of confidentiality, permission and professional boundaries
  
• Want to build a career in cyber security, risk, compliance, IT security or digital resilience
  

The role will help you build real experience in one of the most important areas of the modern economy. You will develop consultancy -style skills, learn how SMEs make decisions and help a business in Wales take practical steps towards becoming more secure, resilient and globally competitive.

How to Apply

Follow the link below to access the application form. Complete the form, attach your CV and include a one -page cover letter explaining why you have applied for the programme.

This is a rolling programme and placements are filled as suitable host businesses are confirmed. We aim to place successful candidates within three months of application, though start dates will vary depending on employer availability.

Shortlisted candidates will be invited to a second stage assessment.