Name & Direct Link: Threat/Warning Analyst (OSINT and Dark Web Pathway) 

Platform: CyberSkills2Work/Dakota State University

Cost: Free for Eligible Students.

Application Link: https://cyberskills2work.org/join

Eligibility Requirements:

• Must be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident.
• Must be a veteran, transitioning service member, first responder, military spouse, or government personnel.
• Must have at least a high school diploma, GED, or equivalent. School transcripts of the highest level of education completed are required.
• Must have some IT or cybersecurity experience.

Courses Included:

• OSINT Foundations
• OSINT Optimized
• OSINT Search Engine Researcher
• OSINT Social Media Researcher
• OSINT Technical Researcher
• OSINT Public Records Researcher
• OSINT Analyst
• OSINT Presenter
• OSINT Special Investigator – Capstone

Name & Direct Link: NPower

Description: NPower creates pathways to economic prosperity by launching digital careers for military veterans and young adults from underserved communities.

Military Veteran/Military Spouse Requirements to be accepted:

Must be one of the following: transitioning active-duty service member through the DoD SkillBridge program / honorably discharged / member of the Guard or Reserves, over 21 years of age, legally authorized to work in the US, and located in or near the following cities: Newark, New Jersey; San Antonio, Houston, and Dallas, Texas; Detroit, Michigan; Baltimore, Maryland; St. Louis, Missouri; San Jose and Los Angeles, California; Raleigh, North Carolina; Dayton, Ohio.

Name & Direct Link: VetSec

Description: Free and discounted training resources + mentoring for veterans working in or transitioning into cybersecurity.

Name & Direct Link: Onward to Opportunity (O2O)

Description: “A free career training program that provides professional certification and employee support services to transitioning service members, veterans and military spouses. O2O combines industry-validated curricula, strong partnerships with leading veteran service organizations and private sector companies, and comprehensive career coaching services to prepare and match you with your next career.”

Name & Direct Link: DoD SkillBridge Program

Description: “The DoD SkillBridge program is an opportunity for Service members to gain valuable civilian work experience through specific industry training, apprenticeships, or internships during the last 180 days of service. SkillBridge connects Service members with industry partners in real-world job experiences.”

Name & Direct Link: SANS VetSuccess Academy

Description: “The VetSuccess Academy is part of the SANS Immersion Academy program, an intensive, accelerated training program that provides SANS world-class training and GIAC certifications to quickly and effectively launch careers in cybersecurity. SANS Immersion Academies are 100% scholarship-based and no cost to participants.”

Name & Direct Link: Free Remote Cybersecurity Intership Certification Programme for Military Veterans

Description: “Mossé Cyber Security Institute (MCSI) has created a unique opportunity to support military veterans in the cybersecurity industry. The Remote Cybersecurity Internship Certification Programme is a global initiative delivering FREE access to all military veterans.”

Name & Direct Link: Fortinet Veterans Program

Description: Focuses on helping veterans transition into the cybersecurity industry.

Name & Direct Link: Free Splunk Training for Former US Service Members

Description: Splunk Fundamentals I & II are free for veterans.

Name & Direct Link: Palo Alto Second Watch

Description: Offers free Cybersecurity training to Military Veterans.