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IT Cloud Engineer Apprentice
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Why Join XCM?
Earn while you learn with no student debt. Gain hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure and modern cloud technologies. Learn from experienced professionals across engineering, security, data, and operations. Be part of an exciting cloud transformation programme. Clear opportunities for career progression after the apprenticeship.
About the role
As XCM continues its move to the cloud, you'll develop practical skills in Azure, networking, automation, and infrastructure while working alongside experienced engineers.
Initially, you'll focus on learning through training, mentoring, and shadowing colleagues. As your confidence grows, you'll take on more responsibility, supporting real business systems and projects.
By the end of the programme, you'll have a recognised qualification, industry-relevant experience, and a strong foundation for a career in cloud engineering.
Responsibilities
- Learn the fundamentals of Microsoft Azure, including virtual machines, storage, networking, and identity management
- Support routine system administration tasks, user access management, and monitoring activities
- Develop an understanding of networking concepts including IP addressing, DNS, firewalls, and VPNs
- Create simple PowerShell and Python scripts to automate tasks
- Gain exposure to tools such as Git, Terraform, and Kubernetes
- Assist with maintenance, updates, and cloud-based projects under supervision
- Work closely with your mentor and wider engineering team
- Communicate progress, ask questions, and seek support when needed
- Build relationships across engineering, security, data, and product teams
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Technologies you'll learn
- Microsoft Azure
- Azure Networking
- Entra ID
- Azure Monitor
- Windows Server
- Linux
- Networking (IP, DNS, Firewalls, VPNs)
- PowerShell
- Python
- Git
- Terraform
- Kubernetes
Required skills
- Interest in technology, cloud computing, or IT
- Strong willingness to learn and develop new skills
- Good communication and organizational skills
- Reliable, proactive, and able to work as part of a team
The following experience is desirable
- IT, computing, or digital qualifications
- Personal projects, coding experience, home labs, or other technology-related hobbies
- Previous work experience, volunteering, or customer-facing experience
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The entry requirements
- 3 GCSEs (or equivalent) at grades 4+ (A-C) in any subject
- GCSE Maths and English (or equivalents) at grades 3+ (D or above)
- Prospective apprentices must not hold an existing qualification at the same or higher level as this apprenticeship in a similar subject
Working hours
37.5 hours per week
Benefits
- 23 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Birthday day off
- Private health insurance
- Workplace pension
- Death in Service cover
Future prospects
90% of QA apprentices secure permanent employment after completing: this is 20% higher than the national average.
About QA
Our apprenticeships are the perfect way to gain new skills, earn while you learn, and launch yourself into an exciting future. With over 50,000 successful apprenticeship graduates, we're a top 50 training provider, dedicated to helping you succeed.
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