Security Analyst Review

by Capgemini

Best Apprenticeship Employer

Rating

7.8/10

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

Security Analyst involved in threat monitoring mainly. Receiving, investigating and actioning cyber security incidents using SIEM systems. Escalating incidents where required to ensure corrective action taken to minimise likelihood of compromise.

8/10

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

Yes developed a deeper understanding of concepts and techniques for mitigating cyber threats as well as getting hands on experience using SIEM tools like Microsoft Sentinel.

8/10

3. To what extent do you enjoy your programme?

Thoroughly enjoying the programme so far, enjoying learning and getting a more technical involvement in the cyber security space.

8/10

4. How well organised/structured is your programme?

Programme has been well structured so far, learning material has been great although could've done with more of a structure layout for getting started initially.

7/10

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

Employer has been brilliant and has had no issues with providing me time and support for ensuring I have adequate space for my studies.

8/10

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

Haven't had much experience of this yet as still quite early but no complaints at all with service and support I have received.

8/10

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

Initially had a bit of a disconnect between theory and practical side of role as it was new to me so on top of the studies I had a new team and new tools etc to get familiar with but now that I am getting more comfortable with those the learning is definitely starting to pay off.

7/10

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.)

Yea the company regularly has events and activities that they actively encourage all to take part in.

8/10

9a. Would you recommend Capgemini to a friend?

Yes

9b. Why?

Great company to work for with many opportunities available and a great team of staff that want to see you succeed.

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

Be honest and upfront about what you are looking for and hope to achieve and don't be afraid to put yourself forward as the opportunities are there to progress is you so wish.