Cybersecurity Consultant (SkillBridge)

ATX Defense; Austin (TX); Remote; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative opportunity awaits active duty service members to transition into the cybersecurity field. This virtual internship focuses on training candidates to become cybersecurity consultants, aiding DoD contractors in achieving Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance. Participants will gain hands-on experience with Google Workspace and Google Cloud services, preparing them for real-world challenges in the Defense Industrial Base. With a strong emphasis on compliance and security controls, this program ensures a smooth transition into a rewarding career in cybersecurity, making a significant impact in the defense sector.

Qualifications

• Active duty servicemembers participating in the SkillBridge program.
• Certifications aligned with DoDM 8140.03 required.

Responsibilities

• Assist DoD contractors in achieving CMMC compliance.
• Participate in real compliance assessments.

Skills

Cybersecurity

Compliance Assessment

Google Workspace

Google Cloud Platform

Education

CompTIA Security+

ISC2 CISSP

GIAC GSEC

Tools

Google Cloud Services

Job description

ATX Defense is pleased to offer this SkillBridge opportunity to separating active duty service members. As of May 2025, 13 Skilbridge candidates have participated in the program with 100% job placement upon separation from active duty. This opportunity is 100% virtual.

Summary

This opportunity provides training and experience on becoming a cybersecurity consultant for DoD contractors seeking to achieve Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance using Google Workspace and other Google Cloud services. Cybersecurity Consultants provide assistance to the 300,000+ companies in the Defense Industrial Base (i.e. companies who contract with DoD) and can support them to meet the 110+ security controls required to handle Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI).

Job Description

At the end of the internship, candidates will be able to apply an understanding of the 110 CMMC cybersecurity controls as Certified CMMC Professionals. Additionally, candidates will receive exposure to Google Workspace and Google Cloud Platform with an opportunity to become certified administrators / cloud engineers. Candidates will participate in real compliance assessments and interface with clients who provide products or services to the DoD.

Qualifications

MUST BE AN ACTIVE DUTY SERVICEMEMBER PARTICIPATING IN THE SKILLBRIDGE PROGRAM.

Additionally, participants must possess a certification aligned with DoDM 8140.03, Security Control Assessor, under "Intermediate" or "Advanced" levels.

Examples of intermediate certifications include CompTIA Security+, CASP+, PenTest+, or Cloud+; GIAC GSEC; ISC2 CGRC / CAP

Examples of advanced certifications include ISC2 CISSP; CompTIA CySA+; ISACA CISM or CISA; Mile2 CISSO or CPTE; GIAC GCSA, GSLC, or GSNA.

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