Description

If you are looking for an opportunity to gain work experience and a qualification, then an apprenticeship at Channel 4 might be for you!

Department Description:
Channel 4 is a publicly owned, privately funded UK broadcaster with a remit to produce innovative, alternative and culturally diverse television. Its bold approach means that it must have the ability to protect the Confidentiality, Integrity and Availability of its intellectual property.

Within the Technology Team in Channel 4, one area is Cyber Security. The Cyber Security team play a critical role in protecting the Channel from Cyber-attacks and educating the staff about the dangers of the online world. It is the Security team’s role to ensure that Channel 4 does not get hacked or lose data and stay on air. This is called protecting the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of its data. The successful apprentice would gain insight into all areas of Cyber security in the broadcasting industry, from Commissioning to Legal, Press and publicity to technology.

Qualification Offered With This Apprenticeship:
Cyber Security Technologist Level 4

Essential Experience & Skills:
As part of the application process, you’ll be asked to tell them how you meet the essential criteria listed below. When answering this question think about examples from your experience so far, this doesn’t need to be professional experience but could be academic, from volunteering or a part-time job.
Verbal and written communication skills
Attention to detail
Organisation skills and ability to prioritise tasks
An understanding of and a passion for Channel 4’s remit
The ability to apply common sense to a problem or situation
The ability to win people over with clearly articulated viewpoints