Offer summary

Qualifications:

Active-duty U.S. Military Members eligible for DoD SkillBridge., Interest in cybersecurity and related fields., Ability to participate in a 17- or 23-week training program., Basic understanding of technical concepts is preferred..

Key responsibilities:

Complete cybersecurity job readiness training including incident response, risk management, and threat hunting.

Participate in live online instructor-led sessions, projects, and team exercises.

Develop skills for entry- to intermediate-level cybersecurity roles.

Engage with employer networks and prepare for career transition.

Job description

This is a remote position.

DoD SkillBridge Internship: RapidAscent Cybersecurity Job Readiness Training
SkillBridge Provider: RapidAscent

(*Note this is with our partner, RapidAscent, and is not a Vets2PM SkillBridge internship.)

Location: Remote

Applicants must be active-duty U.S. Military Members who qualify for the DoD SkillBridge Program.

To Apply:

Go to www.vets2pm.com/skillbridge and complete the SkillBridge interest form.
Return to this posting and click ‘Apply’.

Cohort Schedule:

RapidAscent offers Full-Time Day Cohort Dates (17-week Duration) and Part-Time Evening Cohort Dates (23-week Duration) starting on the following dates:

October 21, 2024
January 06, 2025
April 7, 2025
July 7, 2025
October 6, 2025

Engage in the RapidAscent 17-Week Cybersecurity Job Readiness Program, specialized entry- to intermediate-level cybersecurity Job Readiness training, meticulously crafted to provide hands-on experience within the final 180 days of your military service. Elevate your skills and seamlessly transition into a rewarding career in cybersecurity. The program aims to facilitate a smooth and successful transition to a rewarding career in the rapidly evolving field of cybersecurity.

Cybersecurity Job Readiness SkillBridge Program:

The RapidAscent Cybersecurity Job Readiness Program includes:

Incident Response
Risk Management
Threat Hunting
Product Security
Network Security

All are tailored to a SkillBridge member’s industry of choice, including: Aerospace, Manufacturing, Energy, Financial, Healthcare.

A program designed by employers for transitioning service members.

Program includes:

Live online instructor-led training
Gamified job simulator tasks
Projects, team exercises, and enterprise systems
A strong network of employers
Advanced resume writing, LinkedIn, and interview skills
Includes DOD 8570 compliant training and Sec+/CySA+ voucher

Benefits of this program:

Job readiness training for core employer job tasks.
A team to help you transform into your career.
Help entering GovCon and Commercial Industries.
All while getting college degree credit!
Earn all certifications you require to get employed!

Why RapidAscent?

As a DOD-approved SkillBridge provider, RapidAscent prepares you to perform on Day 1 with on-the-job readiness training and direct connections with employers. Engage in advanced training, robust hands-on ranges, employer networks, mentors, mentoring events, and our supportive community.

Coveted, Mastery-Level Skills:

RapidAscent, in collaboration with City University of Seattle, offers learners 30 core cybersecurity credits. Benefit from sponsored networking events, connections to hiring managers, and access to cyber subject matter experts.

To qualify for this program, you must:

Apply to this posting and we will submit you to RapidAscent (they will reach out to get you started).
Complete a one-on-one assessment with your RapidAscent career counselor.
Obtain an acceptance letter and register with CityU for the RA program.

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