Cyber Insights Summer School
GCHQ is the United Kingdom's intelligence, security and cyber agency, working to identify, analyse and disrupt threats to the UK.
About Government Communications Headquarters (GCHQ)
A UK public body whose statutory function includes foreign-focused signals intelligence. GCHQ uses technical capabilities, analysis and online effects across counter-terrorism, cyber security, serious and organised crime, strategic advantage and support to defence. It has publicly described responsible AI use in its national-security mission.
Skills
Candidate Availability
Required and preferred rules are kept separate and reflect the wording in the original posting.
About the Role
You will take part in a 10-week, classroom-based cyber security programme. You will build offensive and defensive cyber skills through practical teaching, exercises and experimentation in network fundamentals, malware analysis, penetration testing, ethical hacking and forensics.
Requirements
- Basic understanding of a programming language such as Python, C or JavaScript
- Interest in cyber-focused areas such as online security or networking
- Study a STEM subject or joint honours degree including a STEM subject
- Graduate between summer 2028 and summer 2030
- Be a British citizen or hold dual nationality including British citizenship
- Commit to the full 10-week programme
Responsibilities
- Develop cyber security skills through structured teaching and practical exercises
- Learn network fundamentals, malware analysis, penetration testing, ethical hacking and forensics
- Build programming and computer networking skills
Benefits
- Funded accommodation with an ensuite room and shared kitchen facilities
- Travel-cost reimbursement for attendance, up to £200
- Organised social activities
- Pastoral care support
Hiring Process
Initial online application and pre-screening questions → online Situational Judgement Test → full application form → application form sift → virtual interview.