What are the responsibilities and job description for the DoW Skillbridge - Information Technology (Multi-Discipline) position at Delaware Nation Industries?
The DoW SkillBridge internship program with Delaware Nation Industries (DNI) provides transitioning service members the opportunity to gain hands-on experience across multiple information technology disciplines in a real-world government contracting environment.
DNI is a DoW SkillBridge Industry Partner supporting federal customers including the Department of Defense and other agencies, delivering solutions across enterprise IT, cybersecurity, and mission support services.
This program is designed to bridge military experience into civilian IT careers through structured training, mentorship, and practical application, with potential for full-time employment upon completion.
Internship Tracks / Functional AreasParticipants may rotate through or specialize in one or more of the following IT areas:
Help Desk / IT Support- Provide Tier 1–2 technical support to end users
- Troubleshoot hardware, software, and network issues
- Document incidents using ticketing systems
- Support user account management and system access
- Assist with administration of Windows/Linux environments
- Manage user accounts, permissions, and group policies (e.g., Active Directory)
- Perform system maintenance, patching, and monitoring
- Support virtualization and cloud-based environments
- Assist with configuration and maintenance of network infrastructure
- Monitor network performance and troubleshoot connectivity issues
- Work with routers, switches, firewalls, and secure communications
- Support implementation of cybersecurity best practices
- Participate in software design, development, and testing
- Work with modern programming languages and frameworks
- Support DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and version control systems
- Contribute to automation and scripting efforts
- Assist with vulnerability assessments and system hardening
- Support compliance with DoD security standards
- Monitor systems for security incidents and anomalies
- Gain hands-on experience in a production IT environment supporting federal missions
- Apply technical skills to real-world projects and operational tasks
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and senior technical staff
- Participate in training, mentorship, and knowledge-sharing sessions
- Develop professional skills for transition into civilian IT careers
- Active secret clearance (or higher)
- Active IAT II certification (Security ) or higher
- Active Duty Service Member eligible for DoD SkillBridge
- Within 180 days of separation or retirement
- Command approval for participation
Other Duties:
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.