SOC / MDR 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
- 35N, CTN, CTI, 1N4, 1B4, 3D0X2, 0231, 2621
About the program
Put your watch-standing, intelligence analysis, or signals experience to work in a civilian Security Operations Center. This 16-week SkillBridge internship, administered by Covenant HR, embeds transitioning service members in a live SOC or Managed Detection & Response environment — developing proficiency in threat monitoring, alert triage, and incident response with a strong probability of full-time employment upon completion.
Jobs this program prepares you for
The SOC / MDR Analyst SkillBridge participant operates within a Covenant HR employer partner's security operations environment. Under the supervision of a designated SOC or MDR industry mentor, the participant conducts alert triage, SIEM platform operations, threat detection, and incident response support across a 16-week structured program. Training progresses from SOC environment orientation and threat fundamentals through behavioral analytics, threat hunting, and detection engineering, culminating in a live analyst desk capstone where the participant manages real alerts with minimal supervision. The program concludes with a performance debrief, employment offer discussion, and a credentialing roadmap aligned to CompTIA Sec+, CySA+, GCIA, or relevant SANS certification 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 signals intelligence, watch-standing, intelligence analysis, or cyber operations strongly preferred- Relevant MOS/rate/AFSC: 35N, CTN, CTI, 1N4, 1B4, 3D0X2, 0231, 2621- Active Secret clearance preferred; not required- Personnel with NOC, network operations, or 24/7 shift operations experience from any MOS are encouraged to apply- 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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