The Transcendance Group (TTG) invites applications for a Cybersecurity Learnership Opportunity designed for unemployed youth seeking to enter the high-demand ICT and cybersecurity sector.

This is a structured, accredited learnership programme, not a traditional job placement, combining:

• Formal theoretical training
• Practical workplace experience
• Real-world exposure to cybersecurity environments

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This opportunity is a Learnership Programme, with a vacant job position to be opened upon successful completion for high-performing candidates.

This ensures that participants are not only trained, but also positioned for direct employment pathways within TTG or its partner network.

Main Responsibilities:

• Participate in structured cybersecurity training modules
• Assist with basic cybersecurity monitoring and reporting
• Support IT security processes and compliance activities
• Conduct basic vulnerability checks and system reviews
• Assist in incident reporting and documentation
• Participate in workplace-based projects and tasks
• Maintain learning logs and portfolio of evidence

Desired Experience & Qualification

• Grade 12 / Matric (minimum requirement)
• Basic computer literacy (essential)
• Qualification or exposure in IT (advantageous but not required)
• Strong interest in cybersecurity and digital technologies

Competencies:

• Analytical thinking and problem-solving
• Attention to detail
• Willingness to learn and adapt
• Basic digital and technical aptitude
• Communication and teamwork skills
• Professional discipline and accountability

Requirements:

• Must be currently unemployed
• Aged between 18 – 35 years
• South African citizen
• Residing in the Western Cape (preferred)
• Willingness to commit to the full learnership duration
• Availability for both training and workplace components

Nice to have:

• Basic understanding of IT systems or networks
• Prior exposure to coding, networking, or cybersecurity concepts
• Interest in ethical hacking, data protection, or digital systems
• Participation in previous digital skills programmes

Job Type & Contract Length:

Fixed-Term Learnership Contract
Duration: 12 Months

This is a formal learnership contract, governed by SETA requirements, combining training and workplace learning.

Remuneration:

• Monthly stipend provided in line with MICTSETA guidelines

Geographical Location:

Cape Town, Western Cape

Office based or remote:

Hybrid Model:

• Classroom-based training sessions
• Workplace-based learning (on-site with host organisations)
• Limited online learning components where applicable

Additional information/ comments (preferences on gender, etc)

• This programme is specifically designed as a pipeline into employment
• Upon successful completion, a vacant cybersecurity-related job position will be opened, and high-performing learners will be prioritised for placement
• Learners will also be supported into:

• Entry-level cybersecurity roles
• IT support positions
• Freelance digital services

Cape Town, Western Cape

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