Success stories · Newto graduates

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Read how Newto graduates moved into cyber security, data and IT roles: where they started, what got in the way, and how they landed the job.

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Now a Security Engineer at Pets at Home
Before
Digital Support Technician
Go-Centric Limited
Now
Security Engineer
Pets at Home
“My experience with Newto Training has been wonderful. They offer projects, live labs, mentorships, and all the forms of support you need to equip you with the right skills to attract employers…”
Tolu E.Security Engineer
Cyber Security
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Joined Cyberbridge Services as Associate Technical Director
Before
Weapons Engineer
Royal Navy Submarine Service
Now
Associate Technical Director
Cyberbridge Services
“I chose Newto’s cybersecurity course. I started from scratch. With the help of Newto Training, I managed to write a CV and get a job - and I'm actually in my first…”
Ben T.Associate Technical Director
Cyber Security
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Secured Compliance Caseworker role — May 2026
Before
Data Entry Analyst
AG Associates
Now
Compliance Caseworker
HMRC
“Honestly, the CV rebuild was the biggest game changer for me. It was the first time I properly understood how to structure my experience around key achievements instead of just listing what…”
QuayemCompliance Caseworker
12 May 2026
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Secured analyst role in 7 months
Before
Gap year after graduating
Now
Customer Insight Analyst
Ocado Retail
“The CV rebuild and interview preparation made a big difference — I felt much more confident going into interviews and how I approached applications.”
Hal P.Customer Insight Analyst
January 2026
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Cyber Advisory consultant — April 2026
Before
Risk Analyst
Hilton Worldwide
Now
Associate Consultant, Cyber Advisory
Control Risks
“The support helped me bring together my intelligence and OSINT experience in a way that made sense for cybersecurity and advisory roles. It made a real difference in how I positioned myself…”
Stephan B.Associate Consultant, Cyber Advisory
01 April 2026
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Secured £45,000 role at Winthrop
Before
Logistics Operator / IT
Royal IHC
Now
Logistics & Cybersecurity Coordinator
Winthrop
“I came into this training with no IT experience at all, to which I've landed a position because of the training and recruitment push. It doesn't feel like just training at all,…”
Chris E.Logistics & Cybersecurity Coordinator
28 September 2026
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Secured 2nd Line IT Support role
Before
Business Administration Graduate
India
Now
2nd Line IT Support Agent
UK with visa sponsorship
“I genuinely thought my experience would speak for itself. It took Newto Training to show me that in the UK, you have to prove it their way first, not mine, and that…”
Nikhil2nd Line IT Support Agent
June 2026
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Cyber Security Analyst in just over 3 months
Before
Brewer
Long Man Brewery
Now
Cyber Security Analyst
Quorum Cyber
“The support throughout the programme was excellent, especially the exam preparation and interview coaching. The CV rebuild process was also really valuable and helped improve how I presented my experience. The practice…”
AaronCyber Security Analyst
June 2026
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Secured data role — January 2026
Before
Crew Member
McDonald's
Now
Customer Experience Data Administrator
Megger
“The online learning structure and Datacamp platform worked really well, allowing me to learn at my own pace and apply skills through practical exercises. The support from Kavi and Janine was extremely…”
Fariha N.Customer Experience Data Administrator
January 2026
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Landed SOC Analyst role at Darktrace
Before
General Manager
Well Rooted Genetics
Now
Security Operations Analyst
Darktrace
“The interview preparation really helped me structure my answers better and gave me a lot more confidence when explaining my experience in interviews. It made a big difference in how I approach…”
Jonathan D.Security Operations Analyst
Cyber Security
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Started new role in March 2026
Before
Passenger Assistant
Havanna Travel Ltd
Now
Trainee Systems Hotline Engineer
Logistex
“I had a really good experience with Newto Training, mainly thanks to Kavi and Janine. They made the whole process feel straightforward and stress-free and really supported me throughout. I felt confident…”
Kaasim A.Trainee Systems Hotline Engineer
05 March 2026
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Power BI Developer in 11 months
Before
Senior Activity Coordinator
Arunside School
Now
Power BI Developer
Cognizant
“The CV rebuild and interview preparation really helped me understand how to present my previous experience in a way that aligned with data roles. The support throughout the process gave me much…”
Aayushi S.Power BI Developer
March 2026
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Junior Analyst role — April 2026
Before
Technician
BH Live
Now
Junior Cyber Security Analyst
Wessex Internet
“The structured support and interview preparation helped me bring everything together and present my experience in a much clearer way. It made a big difference in how confident I felt going into…”
Daniel P.Junior Cyber Security Analyst
01 April 2026
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