Remote, hands-on cybersecurity job-readiness training for U.S. military veterans covering incident response, risk management, threat hunting, product and network security. Program includes instructor-led labs, gamified simulators, projects, employer networking, resume/LinkedIn/interview coaching, DOD 8570-compliant training, and Sec+/CySA+ voucher. Cohorts run full-time (17 weeks) or evening (25 weeks) and help place learners into apprenticeships and employer roles.
This is a remote position.
RapidAscent Cybersecurity Job Readiness Training
Provider: RapidAscent
(*Note this is with our partner, RapidAscent, and is not a Vets2PM program.)
Location: Remote
Focused Approach for U.S. Military Veterans
Cohort Schedule:
Start Date
End Date
July 6, 2026
October 30, 2026
October 5, 2026
January 29, 2027
January 11, 2027
May 7, 2027
April 5, 2027
July 30, 2027
July 12, 2027
November 5, 2027
End Date
July 6, 2026
October 30, 2026
October 5, 2026
January 29, 2027
January 11, 2027
May 7, 2027
April 5, 2027
July 30, 2027
July 12, 2027
November 5, 2027
Start Date
End Date
July 6, 2026
December 23, 2026
October 5, 2026
March 26, 2027
January 11, 2027
June 30, 2027
April 5, 2027
September 23, 2027
July 12, 2027
December 30, 2027
End Date
July 6, 2026
December 23, 2026
October 5, 2026
March 26, 2027
January 11, 2027
June 30, 2027
April 5, 2027
September 23, 2027
July 12, 2027
December 30, 2027
Engage in the RapidAscent Cybersecurity Job Readiness Program, specialized entry- to intermediate-level cybersecurity Job Readiness training, meticulously crafted to provide hands-on experience and elevate your skills into a rewarding career in cybersecurity.
Cybersecurity Job Readiness VA-Approved Program:
The RapidAscent Cybersecurity Job Readiness Program includes:
- Incident Response
- Risk Management
- Threat Hunting
- Product Security
- Network Security
All are tailored to a veteran’s industry of choice, including: Aerospace, Manufacturing, Energy, Financial, and Healthcare.
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?
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.
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
- Complete one-way interview
- Obtain an acceptance letter and register with CityU for the RA program
Financial Aid & Support
- Participate in our Cybersecurity Apprenticeship Program at zero out of pocket cost.
- Our hands-on training is competency- and skill-based, propelling you into direct employer job opportunities or paid apprenticeship programs. We take the same crawl, walk, run approach that works for the military.
- There are many different ways to get funding for your transition into a new career. We work with you to identify what programs you qualify for and combine various funding sources together to fully cover your tuition.
- The programs include SkillBridge, DOL, VA programs, grants, and more.
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