Overview

London Cyber Security 12 Month Industrial Placement 2026 - 2027

Application Deadline: 30 November 2025

Department: Technology UK

Employment Type: Fixed Term - Full Time

Location: London

Compensation: GBP 27,158 per year

The Role at a Glance

Launch your career with our exciting new Cyber Security 12 Month Placement, at one of the world\'s leading consulting and technology firms. You\'ll work on real client challenges, protect digital landscapes, and gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge security solutions.

Life as a Cyber Security Intern

As a Cyber Security Intern at Accenture, you\'ll join a global team that\'s transforming how organisations protect their digital assets. You\'ll work on real client projects, identifying security risks, designing innovative solutions, and implementing cutting-edge technologies. Collaborating with leading tech partners like Symantec, Oracle, and HP—as well as Accenture\'s own expert teams—you\'ll gain hands-on experience in areas such as threat analysis, security architecture, and system implementation. It\'s a unique opportunity to build your skills, make a meaningful impact, and explore what a future in cyber security consulting could look like—all within one of the world\'s most forward-thinking companies.

Why Join Us

We\'re proud to be one of the World\'s Best Workplaces™, with a culture built on care, inclusion and shared success. At Accenture, you\'ll work with diverse teams, grow quickly, and be supported every step of the way. Whether it\'s driving sustainability, advancing responsible AI, or creating meaningful change - we\'re committed to doing business the right way, for people and the planet.

When you join, you\'ll start on a salary of GBP 27,158 per year, plus have access to a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your wellbeing and future:

• 25 days of vacation per year, plus bank holidays.
• 3 days paid leave per year for volunteering or charitable work of your choice.
• Pension plan with matched contributions from Accenture.
• The option to buy Accenture shares at a 15% discount through our Employee Share Purchase Plan.
• Elective private medical insurance (with the option to extend cover to family) including online GP access and self-referral physiotherapy.
• Free eye tests and annual flu jabs.
• Life assurance cover.
• Access to app-based fitness classes and discounted gym memberships.
• Apps and tools to reduce stress, improve sleep, manage personal finances, and caregiving support.
• Confidential Employee Assistance Programme for guidance on challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, legal and financial concerns.
• Opportunity to join various employee societies and clubs.
• Enhanced paid parental leave entitlement (subject to terms).

What You'll Learn

Accelerate your future in cyber security. This isn\'t just a placement—it\'s your launchpad into a career at the forefront of digital protection.

From day one, you\'ll be part of a collaborative, supportive team, gaining hands-on experience through real client projects, structured training, and mentorship from industry leaders.

Whether you\'re interested in security strategy, threat detection, or building secure systems, you\'ll explore your passions while developing the technical and consulting skills to thrive.

With exposure to a wide range of industries and technologies, you\'ll help solve real-world challenges and build a safer digital future.

You\'ll get access to:

• Core Training: Your journey will begin with a comprehensive training programme designed to give you a strong foundation in cybersecurity. You\'ll be introduced to key concepts, ways of working with clients, and foundational knowledge relevant to your role. Whether you\'re new to the field or looking to grow your expertise, this training will help you hit the ground running and prepare for the challenges ahead. You\'ll also build confidence working with clients, managing projects, and collaborating effectively.
• Project-based learning: You\'ll work on real challenges for real clients. With support from experienced teams, you\'ll gain practical knowledge and grow your confidence on the job.
• Technology Exposure: Every project brings new challenges—and new tools. As part of your role, you\'ll gain hands-on experience with a variety of security technologies and systems. You\'ll receive training to help you understand how these tools work and how to apply them effectively to protect clients\' digital environments.
• Professional Development: We invest in your continuous growth through our extensive learning portal, offering curated pathways, classroom-based and self-paced courses, and on-demand resources to keep your skills sharp throughout your placement.

What you\'ll need

To join our 12-month Cyber Security Placement, you must be a penultimate-year student on a credit-bearing placement as part of a Bachelor\'s or Integrated Master\'s degree in Cyber Security, Information Security, or another discipline that includes relevant security modules.

To thrive in this role, you\'ll need:

• A passion for cyber security and a hunger to keep learning in a constantly evolving field.
• Adaptability and resilience to navigate challenges in a fast-paced, global environment
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the confidence to contribute your ideas and work as part of a diverse team.

If you\'re motivated, curious, and ready to make a real impact, this is your chance to kickstart a meaningful career in cyber security.

Your Development Path

Once you\'ve completed your initial training, you\'ll be ready to take on your first role. Project placements vary based on business needs, and we encourage interns to explore a wide range of opportunities to discover what excites them most. Typical roles on this programme may include:

• Data Security Consultant
• Cyber Security Advisor
• Cloud Security Architect
• Cyber Risk Analyst

Throughout your placement, you\'ll be supported with ongoing training, coaching, and guidance to help you grow your skills and shape your career.

You will also have the opportunity to apply what you\'ve learned at university, explore different areas of Cyber Security and uncover where your strengths and passions lie.

By the end of the scheme, you\'ll walk away with valuable experience, in-demand skills—and hopefully, an offer to join us when you graduate.

Graduates of our Technology Degree Apprenticeship

To bring this to life, here are three Graduates of our Technology Degree Apprenticeship programme, who joined Accenture in 2022, completed their apprenticeship in September 2025, and are now shaping the future of cybersecurity:

• Niamh, now a Cyber Risk Analyst in our CMT Security team, is leading on Human Factors in cybersecurity. She empowers organisations to build secure environments by delivering human risk assessments and training programmes - proving that people are the strongest line of defence.
• Peace serves as a Security Operations Analyst, defending client networks against evolving threats. She uses cutting-edge technologies to detect and respond to incidents, working within a high-performing team to strengthen cybersecurity resilience across industries.
• Jaansi is now a Security Consulting Analyst, having led high-impact governance, risk, and compliance projects for Tier 1 investment banks. She is currently shaping a new CISO Target Operating Model and spearheading initiatives in compliance and threat intelligence - strengthening resilience across the Financial Services sector.

Where you\'ll work

At Accenture, we value collaboration and connection. You\'ll be expected to work from your assigned UK office at least three days per week, so you must live within commuting distance. Depending on project needs, you may also spend time at client sites across the UK—sometimes more than three days a week.

Expect a dynamic, hands-on environment where in-person teamwork helps you grow, build relationships, and make a meaningful impact.

Visas

Unfortunately, immigration minimum salary requirements set by the UK authorities (UKVI) mean that Accenture is not able to progress applications from candidates who are currently on student visas and/or who do not currently possess the right to work in the UK. Please click here to view our visa policy

Key Dates

The Cyber Security Placement starts in September 2026, and you\'ll work with us for twelve months. Places are offered on a first come first served basis, we encourage you to apply early. The application deadline is 30th November 2025; however, we reserve the right to close earlier depending on demand.

How to Apply

You can apply for one role in one location each year, so take your time choosing the best fit for you.

Step 1: Submit your Application Online

• Complete and submit your application online.

Step 2: Complete the Discovery Portal

• This is our online assessment designed to evaluate your strengths and skills.
• It also gives you a feel for what it\'s like to work at Accenture.
• You\'ll receive a personal feedback report - whether you pass or not.

Step 3: Interviews

• If you pass the assessment, you\'ll be invited to interview with us.
• Interviews typically include:
  • One interview with a recruiter
  • A final interview with a manager from the business.

Visit our Assessments Portal for more details on what to expect at each stage.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

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Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.