Upskill Employees via a Cyber Security Apprenticeship

Embed cyber security capability to manage risk, protect digital operations and meet legal and regulatory requirements.

Build Cyber Resilience from Within: Upskill Your Team with a Cyber Security Technologist Apprenticeship

Cyber threats are on the rise, making cyber security a top priority for businesses of all sizes. Yet, the cyber security skills gap continues to grow, leaving many companies vulnerable to cyber attacks.

With cyber threats increasing in scale and sophistication, and nearly half of UK businesses reporting gaps in cyber security skills (according to Learning People's 2025 report), many organisations are left exposed—not because they lack technology, but because they lack the internal capability to manage it effectively.

The smartest businesses aren’t just hiring for cyber—they’re building it from within.

From outsourcing problems → to solving them internally
From skills shortages → to capability pipelines
From risk exposure → to organisational resilience

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Why reskill your existing workforce into cyber security?

Your people are your first line of defence.

Recruiting experienced cyber professionals is often expensive and competitive. Upskilling your existing team offers a smarter, more sustainable alternative, offering a range of benefits, including:

Cost-effective talent development
Customised coaching
Enhanced employee retention
Stay ahead of cyber threats
Strengthen compliance and protect your reputation
In-house expertise, reducing reliance on external providers

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What do your employees gain and what your business get back

This Apprenticeship is designed to equip your staff with practical, workplace-ready skills to safeguard your organisation.

Your team will develop the ability to:

Identify and mitigate cyber threats before they escalate
Conduct risk assessments and security audits
Design and implement secure systems and networks
Respond effectively to incidents and breaches
Ensure compliance with industry and regulatory standards

Tailored pathways to meet your business needs.

Choose the focus that aligns with your priorities:

Cyber Security Engineer
For organisations needing stronger technical protection:

Design and build secure systems
Implement controls to prevent breaches

Cyber Risk Analyst
For organisations focused on governance and risk:

Assess vulnerabilities and threats
Provide strategic recommendations and compliance oversight

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Who Is This Apprenticeship For?

This apprenticeship is ideal if you:

Rely on digital systems, customer data, or cloud infrastructure
Have employees already involved in IT, data, or risk functions
Need to strengthen cyber resilience but cannot justify senior hires
Want to embed long-term capability rather than short-term fixes

Course Details:

The broad purpose of the occupation is to apply an understanding of cyber security to protect organisations, systems, information, personal data and people from attacks and unauthorised access.

Course Length

Typically 24 months practical period + 4 month Apprenticeship Assessment.

Funding Band

£18,000

Start Date:

Start dates available across the year

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Frequently Asked Questions

How the Apprenticeship Works

Duration: 24-month training period + 4-month Apprenticeship Assessment.
Start Anytime: With a roll-on, roll-off model, apprenticeships start at any time of the year to fit your business needs.
Flexible Learning: Employees combine on-the-job training with expert-led online learning.
Support & Coaching: Dedicated mentors guide apprentices throughout the programme.

This structured learning approach ensures your employees gain practical, job-ready cybersecurity skills while continuing to contribute to your business.

Funding and Costs: How Much Does It Cost to Train an Apprentice?

Funding Band: £18,000

Most businesses can access government funding to cover training costs:

Large employers (with a wage bill over £3 million) can use their Apprenticeship Levy to fund training.
Small and medium-sized enterprises (non-levy payers) only need to pay 5% of training costs, with the government covering 95%.

Additional funding incentives may be available, contact us to find out how much you can save.

Why Choose Us as Your Apprenticeship Provider?

At The Development Manager (TDM), we provide industry-leading cybersecurity apprenticeship training with a unique approach:

Flexible Start Dates – No waiting for term times; start when your business needs it.
Tailored Learning Plans – Customised training based on your company’s security requirements.
Expert Coaching – Two dedicated coaches (skills & knowledge + performance & development).
Real-World Skills – Apprentices gain practical, hands-on cybersecurity experience.
Dedicated Employer Support – We guide you through recruitment, onboarding, and training.

With our expertise, we ensure your workforce gets the best cybersecurity training available.

Upskill Your Team Today

Don’t leave your business vulnerable to cyber threats. Upskill your workforce today with a Cyber Security Technologist Apprenticeship and build a resilient, future-proof cybersecurity team.

Investing in cybersecurity skills today means a safer, more secure business tomorrow.

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Upskill Employees in Cyber Security

Cyber Security Technologist Level 4 Apprenticeship

Awarded by the University of Worcester