Unleash your potential, ignite your career: Join the UCISA Transformation Academy 

Created in partnership with UCISA, the UK’s leading membership organisation that helps universities use digital technology to improve teaching, learning and research – this academy is your opportunity to break into a new exciting career within higher education.

Program Details

·       Start date: 28th October 2024

·       Locations: London / Manchester

·       Type: Full-time, 2-year fixed term contract, employed by Hays

·       Working Pattern: Hybrid (2-3 days in office each week)

·       Salary: £22,308 during training, with a rise to £27,500 after the 12-week training period

Why Choose the UCISA Academy? 

Whether you're new to the subject or have some previous experience already, we'd love to hear from you. We value the richness of diverse backgrounds and experiences. So regardless of your path so far, we welcome you to take this journey with us! 

We see beyond your background or experience. We only care about your future and your aspirations. The Academy will give you the skills, confidence, and opportunities to make the next step.

Your transformative journey:

• First 12 weeks: The fully salaried Bootcamp phase is an intensive, full-time training program to gain the skills you need to thrive. Subject to demand, you will specialise in Cyber Security Analysis working with a Higher Education Institution.

You will be introduced to and begin onboarding with your Higher Education institute.

• Deployment period: After the 12-week training period, you will have all you need to hit the ground running in your specific pathway as you start your placement with one of the Higher Education teams.

• Beyond programme completion: Hays will support you in your next phase of your career whether it’s with your Higher Education institution or with another company.

Your journey is unique, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. We provide continuous support throughout the Academy with a skills coach and ongoing mentorship throughout the programme. You will also have a community of peers and access to experts in the field to help you succeed.

We're working with the industry body for technology within Higher Education to build and deliver this programme. If you'd like to see more about the Universities that partner with UCISA please look here: https://rb.gy/yz5u9t

Responsibilities:

• Security Monitoring and Analysis: Monitor internal network activity, analyse alerts, and report unusual behaviour; perform risk assessments and collaborate with the team to mitigate vulnerabilities.

• Policy Development and Guidance: Draft and update the information security policy suite; provide advice and guidance to business functions (sales, marketing, product, etc.) as needed.

• Incident Response and Control Maintenance: Work with the Incident Response Team and Control Owners to design, implement, and maintain the organisation's controls.

Required Qualities

We value applicants who demonstrate the following:

• Analytical Thinking & Problem-Solving Mindset: Your ability to identify issues and devise creative solutions is a quality we greatly admire.

• Stellar Communication: We're all about sharing ideas and understanding perspectives. Your ability to effectively express thoughts and actively listen will pave the way for successful collaborations.

• Learning Aptitude: You are always eager to learn new things and expand your knowledge. Your ability to grasp complex concepts and apply them effectively is a skill we highly value.

• Time Management & Organisational Skill: Efficiently managing your time and handling multiple tasks whilst maintaining order and structure in your work processes is a crucial skill for success, particularly during deployment after your initial training period.

• Adaptability & Resilience: In a dynamic environment, your capacity to adapt to changing requirements, remain positive and motivate the rest of your team is invaluable.

• Self-Reflection: We respect your willingness to look within yourself and evaluate your own character and behaviour. Your self-reflection will help you grow and improve beyond the academy.

Eligibility Criteria: 

No qualifications or experience. But you need to:

• have lived in the UK for the last 3+ years and have the Right-to-work in the UK as defined by the funding rules for the Level 4 Business Analysis Apprenticeship.

• pass BPSS (identity and right-to-work) checks during the application process.

• have maths and English Level 2 qualifications to pass your Apprenticeship. If you do not already have them, you will be supported in taking them during the programme.

• Located in or will be located in one of the following locations by the start date: London/ Manchester

Application Process: 

At the UCISA Academy, we look at your potential and the unique qualities. The application process is about discovering your strengths and you showcasing them.

Visit our microsite https://rb.gy/sqg0kr to find out more about the Academy Programme and the process. We eagerly await to discover the unique qualities you'll bring to the Team. 

Benefits: 

• Fully paid, market-leading Academy Programme 

• Comprehensive training program to kick-start your career 

• Full mentoring and guidance as you launch your career

• Academic qualifications (Level 4 Business Analysis Apprenticeship qualification) and professional certifications  

• Salary of £22,308 during training, with a rise to £27,500 after the 12-week training period

• Access to a community of like-minded individuals 

• Experience with a leading technology team at a Higher Education Organisation 

• 23 days’ annual leave + Bank Holidays.

We commit to inclusivity and diversity. We celebrate differences and encourage diversity of thought on our programs. All applicants are welcome, regardless of gender, age, race, religion, ethnicity, or sexual orientation. If you need any reasonable adjustments, please email us at skills@hays.com. For more information and/or guidance please visit the Scope website: https://rb.gy/e0k592

We review applications on an ongoing basis. Applications may close earlier than advertised. Apply soon to avoid disappointment.