Cybersecurity Academy Application

Applicant Information

Please provide accurate contact and background information. This information is used to determine eligibility and to communicate with applicants throughout the review process.

All fields marked * are required unless otherwise noted.

First Name

Last Name

Email

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Mobile Phone Number

Enter your 10-digit U.S. mobile phone number (numbers only). This number may be used for application-related communication.

Status

Current/Former Military

Military/Veteran Spouse

Branch of Service

Address

Street Address

City

State

ZIP / Postal Code

Contact ID

Contact Lookup Identifier

Top Secret

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Professional & Educational Background

Reviewers assess depth of experience, initiative, and impact as well as seek to understand your academic and professional preparation. Please respond thoughtfully.

Do you have an active LinkedIn profile?

An active LinkedIn profile helps reviewers better understand your professional background.

An active LinkedIn profile is preferred. If you do not have a LinkedIn profile, or your profile does not reflect your current professional experience, please upload a professional résumé for review.

Professional Résumé Upload

Upload a current résumé outlining your education, work history, and relevant experience.

LinkedIn Profile URL

Please include the full URL (e.g., https://www.linkedin.com/in/yourname).

Highest Level of Education Completed

Are you currently employed?

YesNo

What is your job title/role?

What Makes you interested in a career in cybersecurity?

In 600 words or less, describe why you are interested in cybersecurity. Avoid general or surface-level statements. Focus instead on specific personal motivations or aspects of cybersecurity that genuinely interest you.

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Additional Information

This section helps us understand your experience level and alignment with the program. Prior experience is not required, and many successful participants begin with little to no formal background. Please select all that apply, including any self-directed learning or hands-on exploration. This program is intended for those not currently employed in professional cybersecurity roles, so accurate response are important.

With regards to your experience level, check all that apply

I have IT experience, but not cybersecurityI've done some self-teaching in coding, networking etc. through platforms like CourseraI've setup a home networkI've been through a coding bootcampI have a GitHub repositoryI have a Security+ or other IT/Cyber certification(s)N/A this is my first time seeking Cybersecurity related education

List your certifications

Tell us more about your future career goals and why it is important to you to be selected for the scholarship

In 200 words or less, describe your future career goals and why being selected for this scholarship matters to you. Strong responses will clearly explain why you’ve chosen cybersecurity, what has led you to this path, and why this specific opportunity is critical to your progress.

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Terms and Conditions

To be considered for this program, applicants must review and acknowledge the requirements below. If selected, you agree to the following conditions of participation:

Are a transitioning military member, veteran, or military/veteran spouse located in Idaho and planning on making Idaho your home after the military

Are a US citizen or Permanent Legal Resident in the U.S.

Do not have prior or current (civilian) work experience in the information security/cybersecurity field. * Excluding Military-Connected Career Experience*

How Applications Are Reviewed

Applications are reviewed by a selection committee using a holistic approach. Reviewers consider professional background, leadership experience, career goals, and alignment with program objectives.

Completion of this application does not guarantee acceptance. Selected applicants will be notified by email after the review process is complete.