The nonpartisan, nonprofit, Partnership for Public Service is currently accepting applications to the Cybersecurity Talent Initiative, a unique cross-sector opportunity for students in cybersecurity and cybersecurity-related fields, including computer science, engineering, information science and mathematics. Learn more about our first cohort here. The deadline to submit an application is November 13. Program eligibility requirements: – U.S. citizenship. – Current enrollment at an accredited educational institution in an undergraduate or graduate cybersecurity-related degree program with an expected graduation date during academic year 2020-2021. – Superior academic achievement. – Completion of cybersecurity-related major degree (for example, computer science, engineering, information science and mathematics) during academic year 2020-2021. – Outstanding student loans. Participants of the Cybersecurity Talent Initiative will be provided with unparalleled employment, professional development, networking and educational benefits, including: – Two-year employment with a federal agency, including salary and benefits. – Leadership development opportunities that focus on technical and professional development skills. – Mentorship by a cybersecurity professional in the public or private sector. – Invitation to apply for private sector opportunities (following two years of service in the federal government) with participating corporate partners and receive up to $75,000, inclusive of tax, in student loan assistance. Visit our website to apply online and learn more about how you can start your journey as an in-demand cybersecurity leader. LEARN MORE |