Are you mission focused?

We value team members with initiative, drive, and a relentless work ethic—people who thrive on solving tough problems and aren't afraid to step outside their comfort zones.

We are mission focused.

National Impact: Protect the nation by driving cybersecurity initiatives that secure grid-connected utilities, small businesses, and vital industries.

  1. Innovative Programs: Be part of pioneering programs funded by key mission partners, empowering start-ups and entrepreneurs to develop game-changing solutions.

  2. Elite Collaborations: Work alongside veterans, government agencies, utilities, and the private sector to build a stronger, more resilient cyber defense ecosystem.

  3. Career Growth: Access advanced training programs and skill development opportunities through our Academy, including initiatives like the SkillBridge program for veterans.

  4. Purpose-Driven Culture: Join a passionate team united by a common goal—to make the world safer, more innovative, and better equipped for tomorrow's challenges.

Life at Forge Institute

  • Experience a highly-dynamic, flexible work environment with optimal PTO

  • Our company holidays include: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Birthday, Washington's Birthday (Presidents Day), Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day

  • Paid paternity and maternity leave, including adoption

  • Our benefits include: Healthcare, annual Professional Development / Education Assistance, and matching 401k.

  • Annual Company Retreat

  • Plus, we keep the fridge stocked and the coffee flowing!

We’re an EOE that empowers our people—no matter their race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or veteran status—to fearlessly drive positive change.

Be a part of something that matters.

 Open Positions

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Deputy Director, DoD Program
Deputy Director, DoD Program

We are seeking an experienced talent development professional who wants to help shape the workforce of our partnering organizations. Both private and public sector companies are counting on us to train new and incumbent employees to help protect their critical infrastructure against the most advanced attackers in the world. Our training and professional development team needs your experience to help trainees step up their game. You’ll work with some of the best cyber operators and other seasoned professors who are skilled at carrying the lessons of the occupation to a classroom environment. If your skill set includes a variety of expertise in talent development and a background in IT and cybersecurity, then this position is for you! 

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Project Manager / Administrative & Compliance Coordinator
Project Manager / Administrative & Compliance Coordinator

We are seeking an experienced talent development professional who wants to help shape the workforce of our partnering organizations. Both private and public sector companies are counting on us to train new and incumbent employees to help protect their critical infrastructure against the most advanced attackers in the world. Our training and professional development team needs your experience to help trainees step up their game. You’ll work with some of the best cyber operators and other seasoned professors who are skilled at carrying the lessons of the occupation to a classroom environment. If your skill set includes a variety of expertise in talent development and a background in IT and cybersecurity, then this position is for you! 

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Managing Director Cyber Programs
Managing Director Cyber Programs

We are seeking an experienced talent development professional who wants to help shape the workforce of our partnering organizations. Both private and public sector companies are counting on us to train new and incumbent employees to help protect their critical infrastructure against the most advanced attackers in the world. Our training and professional development team needs your experience to help trainees step up their game. You’ll work with some of the best cyber operators and other seasoned professors who are skilled at carrying the lessons of the occupation to a classroom environment. If your skill set includes a variety of expertise in talent development and a background in IT and cybersecurity, then this position is for you! 

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Entrepreneur-in-Residence
Entrepreneur-in-Residence

We are seeking an experienced talent development professional who wants to help shape the workforce of our partnering organizations. Both private and public sector companies are counting on us to train new and incumbent employees to help protect their critical infrastructure against the most advanced attackers in the world. Our training and professional development team needs your experience to help trainees step up their game. You’ll work with some of the best cyber operators and other seasoned professors who are skilled at carrying the lessons of the occupation to a classroom environment. If your skill set includes a variety of expertise in talent development and a background in IT and cybersecurity, then this position is for you! 

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Events & Marketing Coordinator
Events & Marketing Coordinator

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Events & Marketing Coordinator to join our team. As the Events & Marketing Coordinator at Forge Institute, you will be the driving force behind our signature events, amplifying our presence through strategic marketing campaigns and cultivating robust partnerships. Your attention to detail, excellent content, strategic partners, and commitment will fortify our mission, ensuring Forge remains a beacon of excellence. This is a pivotal role within our organization, requiring meticulous attention to detail, excellent organizational skills, and a strong work ethic.

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Grants Manager
Grants Manager

We are actively seeking a Grants Manager who comes with a rich backdrop in the meticulous management of federal, state & foundation grants. Your role will be pivotal in tracing the trajectory of Forge Institute’s goals through adept grant management, from writing and submitting proposals to managing budgets and ensuring compliance and reporting. A detail-oriented approach coupled with exceptional project management skills will be your compass in steering us to fruitful endeavors.

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Cyber Analyst
Cyber Analyst

Forge Institute seeks an experienced Cyber Analyst / Customer Service Representative responsible for managing repository data collection surrounding cyber incidents in Arkansas. This individual must be service-oriented and expected to prepare reports to create standard operating procedures and best practices based on the collected data. The analyst will also be responsible for writing, presenting, and communicating to Forge Institute’s team, customers, and partners. 

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Cyber (SOC) Intern
Cyber (SOC) Intern

Forge Institute seeks an experienced Cyber SOC Intern responsible for assisting with repository data collection surrounding cyber incidents in Arkansas. This individual must be service-oriented. The intern will also be responsible for writing, presenting, and communicating to Forge Institute’s team, customers, and partners. 

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Admin Assistant
Admin Assistant

Forge Institute seeks an Administrative Assistant (AA) who will assist with the day-to-day operations responsible for general office tasks and administrative duties, such as directing communications between colleagues and partners & participants, organizing schedules and events, entering data, bookkeeping, maintaining office equipment and so on. Our ideal candidate learns quickly when facing new situations, experiments to find new solutions, takes on challenges of unfamiliar tasks, extracts lessons-learned from failures and mistakes, and expands knowledge base through ongoing curiosity. We’re looking for someone who will enable teams & individuals to be focused on their goals and prepared for anything that comes their way. This is a vital role, especially for our team members that have a lot of plates in the air at all times.

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Office Manager, DoD STEM Program
Office Manager, DoD STEM Program

The Office Manager is responsible for managing administration duties for academy staff including maintaining records, correspondence and files.The office manager will also be responsible to fill in for instructors as needed.

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Assistant Classroom Instructor (3), DoD STEM Program
Assistant Classroom Instructor (3), DoD STEM Program

The Instructor Assistant is responsible for supporting Instructors with implementation of curriculum for the program. Individuals must have the ability to establish and maintain professional and effective working relationships and effective communication with associates, students, visiting teachers/administrators as well as military personnel.

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Lead Instructor (3), DoD STEM Program
Lead Instructor (3), DoD STEM Program

The Instructor is responsible for the implementation of curriculum for the program. The Instructor focuses on active engagement with students to ensure understanding of material and outlined goals are met. High energy, involved Instructors are the key to the success of the program. Candidates need to be able to meet the program challenges with a positive outlook and be a positive role model to energize students.

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Training Development & Instruction Manager
Training Development & Instruction Manager

Forge Institute seeks a Full-Time Training Development & Instruction Manager who will be responsible for the oversight of Forge’s catalog of training courses. This includes developing curriculum based on our private and public partner needs, developing labs and projects, assessments and other components of our IT and cybersecurity training programs. In addition, you’ll assist our team with promotion, engagement, data collection, and more to ensure all of Forge Institute’s training programs are a success.

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Open Position: Cybersecurity Instructor
Open Position: Cybersecurity Instructor

Forge Institute seeks a Full-Time Cybersecurity Instructor who will be responsible for developing curriculum based on our private and public partner needs, developing labs and projects, assessments and other components of our cyber training programs.

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Open Position: ICS/SCADA Cyber Professional
Open Position: ICS/SCADA Cyber Professional

Forge Institute seeks multiple ICS/SCADA Cyber professionals who will be responsible for developing curriculum, hands-on labs, teaching, conducting student assessments and delivery of other key components of our cyber training programs. Additionally, be involved in public and private assessments, identifying risk and vulnerabilities.

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