Independent directory. Not affiliated with or endorsed by the U.S. Department of Defense (Department of War). Owned and maintained by the nonprofit Creating Coding Careers.About this site
SearchSaved
Menu
United Youth of America Inc UYOA

Cyber Security Support Technician, IT Technician, Network Specialist, AI Specialist

Apprenticeship All branchesDefense Industrial BaseNational Security
Visit uyoa.org Email the program

Website provided by the program.

At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
Online
Length
Duration not listed
Locations
Online
Job locations
Georgia
Career field
Computer and Mathematical, Education, Training, and Library

About the program

Certified Cybersecurity Engineer / eBusiness Strategy Analyst (Remote Intern)The Certified Cybersecurity Engineer / eBusiness Strategy Analyst Internship is a hybrid technical-business role designed for transitioning service members and veterans seeking real-world cybersecurity engineering experience, combined with exposure to business transformation, secure systems integration, and enterprise IT alignment. Interns will contribute to cybersecurity risk mitigation, cloud security best practices, compliance initiatives, and cyber-enabled digital innovation projects under the guidance of certified industry professionals.This remote internship is part of the United Youth of America (UYOA) Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program, approved under the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL), VA GI Bill, and DoD SkillBridge framework. Participants will receive hands-on experience aligned with leading industry frameworks and secure career pathways in the IT and cybersecurity field.

Jobs this program prepares you for

Certified Cybersecurity Engineer / eBusiness Strategy Analyst (Remote Intern)Primary ResponsibilitiesInterns will be immersed in multidisciplinary projects supporting both security engineering functions andbusiness technology strategy. Key duties include:- Cybersecurity Engineering & Infrastructure Hardening- Assist with the design and implementation of secure network and cloud-based systems.- Support zero-trust architecture models, multi-factor authentication, and least privilege policies.- Collaborate with DevSecOps and network teams.- Governance, Risk, & Compliance (GRC) and Documentation- Participate in internal audit preparation and policy reviews.- Contribute to the development of risk assessments and security plans.- Strategic Business-Cyber Alignment- Work with eBusiness teams to evaluate the security posture of digital platforms.- Perform risk-based analyses of digital transformation initiatives.- Data & Metrics Analysis- Track and analyze security incident metrics and vulnerability scan reports.- Assist in reporting Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Eligibility & prerequisites

Preferred Skills & Qualifications- Foundational knowledge in cybersecurity, cloud infrastructure, or IT risk management.- Understanding of cybersecurity frameworks: NIST CSF, ISO/IEC 27001, FedRAMP.- Familiarity with networking, OS administration, and cloud platforms.- Analytical skills and business-IT alignment understanding.- Proficiency with Excel, Visio, or analytics tools is a plus.- U.S. citizenship or authorization to work under GI Bill or SkillBridge.

Recommended Certification Path (Choose 3)- Certified Cybersecurity Engineer (CCSE CertCop)- CompTIA Security+- CompTIA CySA+- Cloud Security & FedRAMP Implementation- CompTIA CASP+ or SecurityX5. Career Pathways & Post-Internship OutcomesGraduates will be qualified for roles in public and private sectors:Target Job Titles:- Cybersecurity Engineer / Associate Security Architect- Cloud Security Analyst / Cloud Governance Associate- GRC Analyst- Cyber Risk or IT Business Analyst- IT Operations or eBusiness Strategy AnalystIndustries:- Defense, DoD/Federal Agencies- FinTech, Banking- Healthcare- eCommerce, SaaS- Education & ResearchProgram Affiliation & OversightThis internship is offered through United Youth of America, Inc. (UYOA) under the U.S. DOL RegisteredApprenticeship Program. Training and placement activities are supported by CertFirst, an Authorized Training Partner for CompTIA, EC-Council, and CertCop. All programs comply with VA, DoD, and federal workforce guidelines.

Locations & contacts

How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ