Cyber Risk Analyst Level 4 Apprenticeship

Build resilience for growth with cyber risk analysis

The Cyber Risk Analyst Level 4 apprenticeship programme develops cyber risk analysis skills in a safe, but hands-on and realistic environment, meaning apprentices are ready to help identify and mitigate against against cyber threats to your organisation from day one.

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Why Cyber Risk Analyst

Why choose the Cyber Risk Analyst programme?

Develop future-ready cyber threat specialists

Cyber security is the frontline defence against digital threats. This programme equips learners with critical risk analysis and mitigation skills to help organisations identify vulnerabilities, assess threats, and implement robust security governance strategies. This programme enables learners to:

  • Hands-on immersive learning platform
  • Industry-leading frameworks
  • Increase skills retention

 

 

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Programme Overview

  • Details of standard: Cyber Security Technologist
  • Level: 4
  • Total cost: £18,000
  • Programme duration: 20 months
  • Live instructor sessions: 23 days

Delivered in collaboration with our strategic vendor partners:

Project ares logoNIST Cybersecurity Framework logo

 

Entry requirements

Entry requirements for this programme are as follows:

  • An A-Level in ICT
  • OR an International Baccalaureate at Level 3 in ICT
  • OR a Level 3 apprenticeship in a similar subject
  • OR a BTEC Extended Diploma in IT (180 credits)

Learner journey

This programme combines live workshops, self-paced learning, and on-the-job application.

Learners are supported by a dedicated Digital Learning Consultant (DLC) and follow QA’s “Discover, Practise, Apply” methodology.

Modules | 16 months

Module 1: Introduction to Cyber Security 

Module 2: Networking Fundamentals

Module 3: Operating Systems with Programming and Scripting

Module 4: Security Foundations

Module 5: Security Management 

Module 6: Information Security

Module 7: Security Risk Management

Module 8: Threat Analysis

EPA | 4 months

  • Professional discussion
  • Scenario demonstrations with questioning
  • Work-based project with report
  • Knowledge test

Optional certifications

NIST Cyber Security Framework Foundation

Qualification

IfATE CTS4 Qualification Award

Job roles

This programme is suitable for multiple roles, such as:

  • Cyber Security Consultant
  • Cyber Security Analyst
  • Cyber Risk Analyst
  • Intelligence Researcher
  • Cyber Security Specialist
  • Information Security Analyst
  • Governance & Compliance Analyst
  • Information Security Assurance & Threat Analyst
  • Information Security Auditor

Funding

There is no cost to you as an apprentice. Apprenticeships are fully funded through your employer.

If you are an employer, the maximum funding for this programme is £18,000. Expenses for travel to QA centres should be covered by the employer.

Find out how your organisation could benefit from the Apprenticeship Levy.

 

Tools and technologies

Apprentices will learn to use a variety of tools and technologies, including:

Network simulation and security tools

  • Packet Tracer
  • Kali Linux
  • PowerShell

Security information and event management tools

  • SEIM Tools

Cloud platforms

  • Azure
  • AWS
  • GCP

Remote labs and learning platforms

  • Project Ares
  • GoToMyPC
  • Learning on Demand

 

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