Cyber Security Analyst Review

by Balfour Beatty

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.5/10

1. Please give an overview of your role and what this involves on a day-to-day basis:

Managing IT Security inbox, responding to alerts and working with other members of the Security team where applicable

7/10

2. Have you learnt any new skills or developed existing skills?

People skills, experience in office environment, project management, making own deadlines

7/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Enjoyed working with others who value my experience, however feeling burnt out after a while

6/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Team leaders are most often helpful when I have queries or problems, however are often very busy so can be hard to reach quickly

8/10

5. How much support do you receive from your employer?

7/10

6. How much support do you receive from your training provider when working towards your qualifications?

N/A

10/10

7. How well do you feel that your qualification (through your training provider) helps you to perform better in your role?

N/A

10/10

8. Are there extra-curricular activities to get involved in at your work? (For example, any social activities, sports teams, or even professional networking events.)

There have been volunteering opportunities available including tree planting

5/10

9a. Would you recommend Balfour Beatty to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

I have had an overall positive experience working here, the staff I have met have been friendly and welcoming, and there are good well-being resources

10. What tips or advice would you give to others applying to Balfour Beatty?

Be yourself and be honest about your interests if they constitute experience