"Atos Apprentice - The Cybersecurity Center - 10 positions"

Department

Cybersecurity Center

Position Summary

As an Atos Apprentice - Cybersecurity, you will join our dynamic team to learn and contribute to essential cybersecurity functions. This apprenticeship is designed to develop foundational skills in cybersecurity while working under experienced mentors, providing hands-on experience with security technologies, risk assessment, threat analysis, and compliance. This role is ideal for motivated individuals eager to grow in the cybersecurity field, with a commitment to safeguarding digital assets and maintaining data security standards.

This is a paid, 12-month Registered Apprenticeship Program (RAP) in cybersecurity, potentially leading to a full-time role as a SOC Analyst with Atos upon completion. To successfully complete the program, apprentices must complete 2,000 hours of paid, on-the-job training and meet program requirements over 12 months by achieving the milestones outlined below to be eligible for a full-time position with Atos.

Wage / Rate of Pay

Starting Pay: $22.00/Hour.
Month 7 Pay: $24.20 at 25-Weeks if milestones achieved.
Apprenticeship Completion: $26.62

Weekly Authorized Hours

40 Hours / Week

Job Duties

PRE-APPRENTICESHIP BOOT CAMP

Phase 001 - Security Fundamentals

• Execution: ActivateWork or TACT Cybersecurity Program
• Candidate Title: Learner
• Candidate Compensation: Unpaid
• Duration:15-Weeks
• Cumulative Duration: 15-Weeks
• Milestone 001:CompTIA A+
• Milestone 002:N/A
• Milestone 003:N/A

Phase 002 - Project WINDSOR

• Execution:The Cybersecurity Center at MSU Denver
• Candidate Title :Learner
• Candidate Compensation :Unpaid
• Duration:01-Weeks
• Cumulative Duration:16-Weeks
• Milestone 001:Complete WINDSOR - Live Fire
• Milestone 002:Complete CENTURION - Onboarding & Training
• Milestone 003:Meet CENTURION Secured escalation

APPRENTICESHIP STARTPOINT - OJT AND RTI

Phase 003 - Project SANDRINGHAM - Onboarding and Orientation

• Execution: The Cybersecurity Center at MSU Denver
• Candidate Title: Apprentice Level 001
• Candidate Compensation: $22.00/Hr + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Weekly Hours: 40hrs
• Overtime : 0hrs
• Duration: 01-Week
• Cumulative Duration: 01-Week
• Milestone 001: N/A
• Milestone 002: N/A
• Milestone 003: N/A

Phase 004 - Project SANDRINGHAM - Step 001 OJT and RTI

• Execution: The Cybersecurity Center at MSU Denver
• Candidate Title: Apprentice Level 001
• Candidate Compensation: $22.00/Hr + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Weekly Hours: 40hrs
• Overtime : 0hrs
• Duration: 03-Weeks
• Cumulative Duration: 04-Weeks
• Milestone 001 : Microsoft Certified: Security Operations Analyst
• Milestone 002: iSC2 Certified in Cybersecurity
• Milestone 003: N/A

Phase 005 - Project SANDRINGHAM - Step 002 OJT and RTI

• Execution: The Cybersecurity Center at MSU Denver
• Candidate Title: Apprentice Level 002
• Candidate Compensation: $22.00/Hr + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Weekly Hours : 40hrs
• Overtime : 0hrs
• Duration: 03-Weeks
• Cumulative Duration: 07-Weeks
• Milestone 001 : Splunk Enterprise Security - Course ID: EDU-870
• Milestone 002 : N/A
• Milestone 003: N/A

Phase 006 - Project SANDRINGHAM - Step 003 OJT and RTI

• Execution: The Cybersecurity Center at MSU Denver
• Candidate Title: Apprentice Level 003
• Candidate Compensation : $22.00/Hr + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)
• Weekly Hours: 40hrs
• Overtime : 0hrs
• Duration : 03-Weeks
• Cumulative Duration:10-Weeks
• Milestone 001: IBM Certified Analyst - Security QRadar SIEM V7.5
• Milestone 002: N/A
• Milestone 003: N/A

Phase 007 - Project SANDRINGHAM - Step 003 OJT and RTI

• Execution: The Cybersecurity Center at MSU Denver
• Candidate Title: Apprentice Level 003
• Candidate Compensation :$24.20/Hr + Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision)*
• Duration : 42-Weeks
• Cumulative Duration: 52-Weeks
• Milestone 001: iSC2 SSCP or CompTIA Security+
• Milestone 002: ORCA Certified SOC Analyst
• Milestone 003: ORCA 2 Incident Responder Certification

*On completion of Phase 007 apprentices will transition to Atos HR and Payroll at a minimum rate of $26.62/HR.

Required Qualifications

• Successfully completed either the ActivateWork IT Support and Security Fundamentals course or the TACT Cybersecurity Course. MSU Denver students from cybersecurity are eligible to apply.
• In-depth understanding of cybersecurity principles, technologies, and best practices.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to assess complex situations and make sound decisions under pressure.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional certifications such as CompTIA Cybersecurity Analyst CySA+ and or iSC2 Certified in Cybersecurity, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+.
• Experience with incident response methodologies and tools, including digital forensics techniques (Microsoft Sentinel, Splunk, IBM Radar).
• Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, PowerShell) for task automation and analysis.
• Knowledge of cloud security principles and experience securing cloud environments (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).

Instructions to Apply

To apply, please submit your cover letter and resume. Applications are accepted on a rolling basis.

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Benefits

The Universitys benefits package is comprehensive and offers medical, vision and dental, free RTD pass, tuition reimbursement, as well as a life and supplemental insurance plans, retirement plans and other programs, such as accessto a long-term disability (LTD) plan. Visit MSU Denvers benefits website to learn more.

For a brief overview, please see: MSU-Benefit-Summary.pdf.