CyberSecurity Analyst - Internship
Internship All branchesDefense Industrial BaseNational Security
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At a glance
- Open to
- All branches
- Format
- Online
- Length
- 91 - 120 days
- Locations
- Online · jobs available nationwide
- Target MOS/ratings
- 17C, 25B, 35Q, CTN, 1B4, 3D0X2, 1N4, 0651
About the program
Gain hands-on cybersecurity experience embedded with a civilian enterprise security team. This 16-week SkillBridge internship, administered by Covenant HR, is designed for transitioning service members with cyber operations, signals intelligence, or IT backgrounds. Participants develop proficiency in threat detection, vulnerability management, and incident response — with a strong probability of full-time employment upon completion.
Jobs this program prepares you for
The Cybersecurity Analyst SkillBridge participant works alongside civilian security professionals within a Covenant HR employer partner organization. Under the guidance of an assigned industry mentor, the participant supports threat monitoring, SIEM operations, vulnerability scanning, and incident response activities across a 16-week structured program. Training progresses from orientation and threat landscape fundamentals through applied SOC operations, vulnerability management, and a capstone threat hunt or IR simulation. The participant concludes the program with a performance debrief, employment offer discussion, and a personalized credentialing roadmap aligned to CompTIA Sec+, CEH, or CISSP pathways.
Eligibility & prerequisites
- Must be an active-duty service member within 180 days of separation or retirement- Must have unit commanding officer approval to participate in the DoD SkillBridge program- Background in cyber operations, signals intelligence, IT systems, or network administration preferred- Relevant MOS/rate/AFSC: 17C, 25B, 35Q, CTN, 1B4, 3D0X2, 1N4, 0651- Active Secret clearance preferred; not required- Must be able to operate in a remote or hybrid work environment- No prior civilian cybersecurity certification required
Locations & contacts
- Online 34217Edward Orstedeorsted@vwsolutions.net
How to apply
- Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
- Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
- Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
- Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.
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