Junior IT Engineer
Thorn SDS Ltd
Looking to start or accelerate your career in IT & Networks?
Thorn SDS is recruiting for its IT Defence Academy — a structured 22-month programme combining professional training with real-world, on-site experience. How the programme works First 4 months:
Learn the fundamentals of IT through practical training at our Alton Head Office.
Next 18 months:
Put your skills into practice, gaining hands-on experience working on site.
Once you complete the programme, there may be opportunities to continue your career with Thorn SDS or move into a role with a large corporate organisation. Pay that grows with you
As you progress through the programme, so does your pay. Your pay will increase after 4 months → again at 10 months → then every 6 months thereafter. What else do we offer?
You'll also receive a competitive employee benefits package alongside your salary. 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service plus Bank Holidays
Hybrid working
Employer pension contributions
Group Life Insurance
Health & Dental Cashback Plans
Wellbeing support, including GP and physiotherapy services
Thorn Wellbeing Support Contribution
Octopus EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Employee Referral Scheme
On-site parking
What we're looking for
We're looking for someone who's keen to learn, interested in technology and ready to get stuck in. You'll need: An IT-related degree, or equivalent experience and a genuine interest in IT and networks
A full UK driving licence and the ability to drive
To be eligible for the required security clearance
If you're looking for a way into the IT industry and want to gain practical experience while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Thorn SDS is recruiting for its IT Defence Academy — a structured 22-month programme combining professional training with real-world, on-site experience. How the programme works First 4 months:
Learn the fundamentals of IT through practical training at our Alton Head Office.
Next 18 months:
Put your skills into practice, gaining hands-on experience working on site.
Once you complete the programme, there may be opportunities to continue your career with Thorn SDS or move into a role with a large corporate organisation. Pay that grows with you
As you progress through the programme, so does your pay. Your pay will increase after 4 months → again at 10 months → then every 6 months thereafter. What else do we offer?
You'll also receive a competitive employee benefits package alongside your salary. 25 days annual leave increasing with length of service plus Bank Holidays
Hybrid working
Employer pension contributions
Group Life Insurance
Health & Dental Cashback Plans
Wellbeing support, including GP and physiotherapy services
Thorn Wellbeing Support Contribution
Octopus EV Salary Sacrifice Scheme
Employee Referral Scheme
On-site parking
What we're looking for
We're looking for someone who's keen to learn, interested in technology and ready to get stuck in. You'll need: An IT-related degree, or equivalent experience and a genuine interest in IT and networks
A full UK driving licence and the ability to drive
To be eligible for the required security clearance
If you're looking for a way into the IT industry and want to gain practical experience while developing your career, we'd love to hear from you.
Reference: WJCPA-5429_428520 · Posted 13 Nov 2026, 01:12 AM