SKILLBRIDGE.MIL DATALAST SYNC 2026-07-25
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Cybersecurity Compliance & Mission Enablement - Internship Program

USAFUSAUSCGUSMCUSNUSSFSecurity+CISSP
Program summary

This opportunity provides hands-on training and experience supporting cybersecurity compliance programs for companies in the Defense Industrial Base (DIB) working to achieve Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).Participants will gain exposure to a consultative approach to cybersecurity and compliance, helping organizations understand requirements, evaluate solutions, and successfully navigate the CMMC process. This is not traditional transactional sales, but rather a customer-facing role focused on education, problem-solving, and mission support.The program is designed to prepare candidates for roles supporting compliance, solution delivery, and customer interaction within a fast-growing and mission-critical sector.

Roles & job description

During the internship, participants will:-Develop an understanding of the 110 CMMC cybersecurity controls and their application-Gain exposure to Google Workspace and Google Cloud Platform environments-Support real-world compliance efforts and customer compliance initiatives-Participate in discovery, solution alignment, and ongoing customer support activities-Build foundational skills in cybersecurity, communication, and business operationsAt the completion of the program, candidates will be prepared to pursue roles in cybersecurity consulting, compliance support, and customer-facing positions within the Defense Industrial Base ecosystem.

Target military occupations

Intel, Cyber, Signal

Eligibility notes

Preferred qualifications include certifications aligned with DoDM 8140.03 (e.g., Security+, CASP+, CISSP, CISM), but candidates with strong aptitude, communication skills, and interest in cybersecurity and technology-enabled business environments are encouraged to apply.

Additional notes

This opportunity is 100% virtual. As of May 2026, twenty-eight SkillBridge candidates have participated in the program with a 100% job placement rate upon separation from active duty.Participants may have the opportunity to explore roles across cybersecurity, customer engagement, and business operations depending on performance, strengths, and organizational needs.

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Interview prep for this program
Ask them
  • ▸ "How many of your past SkillBridge interns received full-time offers?" — a serious program knows the number.
  • ▸ "Who will my day-to-day mentor be, and what does week one look like?"
  • ▸ "The listing says 61 - 90 days — can that flex to my approved window if my command shortens it?"
  • ▸ "How do virtual interns stay visible to hiring managers — what worked for past cohorts?"
  • ▸ Confirm the eligibility notes above — ask exactly what they need from you and when.
Bring to the conversation
  • ✓ Your projected start window and separation date (from your profile)
  • ✓ Your command's approval status — even "packet drafted" signals you're serious
  • ✓ Your civilian-translated resume bullets (generate them here)
  • ✓ A written training-plan ask — you'll need it for your packet anyway