Launch your career in Security Research.
Research roles at UKTL utilise our cutting-edge lab environment to test communications systems to their limits in new and novel ways.
Are you fascinated by how technology works and how it can be made more secure? Do you enjoy solving complex problems, investigating vulnerabilities, and understanding how systems behave under attack?
The UK Telecoms Lab (UKTL) Graduate Programme offers a unique opportunity to build a career at the forefront of communications security. Working alongside leading researchers and security specialists, you'll help strengthen the equipment used in UK's infrastructure through testing, research and innovation.
UKTL also offers Graduate Engineer roles in IT Platforms & Cyber. Before submitting your application, we encourage you to review both opportunities and choose the one that best aligns with your interests, skills and career aspirations. Please submit one application only.
As a graduate in security research and testing, you'll join one of our specialist security research focused teams:
You'll work on real-world challenges affecting national communications infrastructure, helping to identify critical security issues, and improve the resilience of communications products.
You'll receive structured development, mentoring and technical training throughout the two-year programme, giving you the opportunity to develop specialist expertise in security research and telecoms.
Desired degree backgrounds
We welcome applications from any degree background but typically our graduates come from Cyber Security, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electronic or Electrical Engineering, Mathematics, Physics, and other STEM disciplines.
We'd be especially interested if you have:
We don't assess candidates on spelling, grammar, or their ability to write polished responses. Instead, we're interested in your genuine experiences, motivation, and passion for the role. We expect you to be ready to share more about the exciting things you've put in your application.
We actively recruit people from all backgrounds. Due to the nature of the work within UKTL, successful candidates will be required to obtain Security Check (SC) clearance before starting employment.
As part of the graduate programme, you may have the opportunity to work across different teams and projects. Some roles within the department require a higher level of clearance, including Developed Vetting (DV). Where this may be relevant to your career pathway, it will be discussed with you during the interview process and throughout the programme.
You are welcome to apply without already holding SC clearance; however, you will not be able to start in post until the clearance has been successfully granted.
Please note: Applications will be reviewed, and interviews conducted throughout the duration of this advert therefore we may at any time bring the closing date forward. We encourage all interested applicants to apply as soon as practical.
We're looking for curious, passionate problem-solvers who want to help shape the future of the UK's telecoms ecosystem. Our selection process is designed to help us understand your potential, not just your experience.
We'll keep you informed throughout the process and look forward to learning more what you can bring to the team.
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