CYBERSECURITY ANALYST INTERN (Skillbridge)

Be OSSome•Huntsville, AL

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

OSS is seeking a transitioning Non-Commissioned Officer (NCO) or Junior Military Officer with a background in cybersecurity and government environments who is eager to build expertise in Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB). This SkillBridge opportunity is designed for candidates interested in pursuing a career in CMMC assessment, auditing, or implementation. The ideal candidate has hands-on experience with cybersecurity operations, compliance, or risk management and is motivated to deepen their knowledge of frameworks such as CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and other federal security standards.

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in cybersecurity, information assurance, or IT compliance
Experience working in a government, DoD, or federal contracting environment
Familiarity with security frameworks such as NIST SP 800-171, NIST 800-53, RMF, or similar
Basic understanding of security controls, risk management, and audit processes
Strong documentation and communication skills
CompTIA Security+ Certification
US Citizen capable of obtaining and maintaining a DoD security clearance

Nice To Haves

Exposure to CMMC requirements or readiness efforts
Experience with Microsoft 365, Azure, or cloud security in regulated environments
Familiarity with audit artifacts, control validation, policy documentation, or evidence collection
Relevant certifications (CCP, CySA+, CISM, CISA, CISSP, or similar) are a plus

Responsibilities

Build expertise in Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) compliance within the Defense Industrial Base (DIB).
Pursue a career in CMMC assessment, auditing, or implementation.
Deepen knowledge of frameworks such as CMMC, NIST SP 800-171, and other federal security standards.