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GuidePoint SecurityCybersecurity Presales Intern - GPSU/Heartland (Tulsa)
GuidePoint Security is looking for a Cybersecurity Presales Intern to join its Heartland region team. The employer delivers trusted information security expertise, services, and solutions to…
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GuidePoint Security is looking for a Cybersecurity Presales Intern to join its Heartland region team. The employer delivers trusted information security expertise, services, and solutions to Fortune 500 enterprises and government agencies to help organizations minimize risk and manage threats. In this part-time remote internship, participants receive direct mentorship from seasoned practitioners while gaining practical experience in technical delivery, client engagement, presales, and vendor technology. This 12-week learning opportunity runs…
Job Description
GuidePoint Security is looking for a Cybersecurity Presales Intern to join its Heartland region team. The employer delivers trusted information security expertise, services, and solutions to Fortune 500 enterprises and government agencies to help organizations minimize risk and manage threats. In this part-time remote internship, participants receive direct mentorship from seasoned practitioners while gaining practical experience in technical delivery, client engagement, presales, and vendor technology.
This 12-week learning opportunity runs from January 11 through April 2, 2027, requiring a commitment of 20 to 29 hours per week during standard business hours aligned with the Central Time Zone. The program is designed as a bridge to full-time employment for candidates who demonstrate strong capabilities and cultural alignment, offering a clear trajectory toward advisory positions and advanced industry certifications. Applicants must reside within the United States, excluding Alaska, California, Hawaii, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming, and should intend to live near or relocate to Tulsa, Oklahoma for potential permanent placement.
The role suits individuals with technical aptitude, independent learning habits, and genuine enthusiasm for cybersecurity. While prior professional experience in this exact capacity is not necessary, candidates must possess foundational technical knowledge and clear communication abilities. Participants are provided company-sponsored exam vouchers, hands-on lab work, and exposure to advanced security tools under professional guidance.
Responsibilities
- Build a solid technical and certification foundation using company-sponsored exam vouchers
- Complete hands-on laboratory exercises focusing on operating systems, networking, cloud environments, and security concepts
- Participate in Capture the Flag platforms such as TryHackMe and HackTheBox to cultivate offensive and defensive abilities
- Shadow senior consultants during actual client engagements to observe professional security consulting practices
- Attend internal delivery and presales meetings to understand how the organization scopes and sells solutions
- Practice explaining complex technical ideas to non-technical audiences in client-facing scenarios
- Draft executive summaries, findings reports, and other technical documentation
- Research vendor technologies and map partner solutions to typical client challenges
Requirements
- Be physically located within the United States for the entire duration of the internship
- Work 20 to 29 hours weekly during standard business hours in the Central Time Zone
- Reside near Tulsa, Oklahoma or be willing to relocate there for a potential full-time hire
- Possess a personal computer and high-speed internet access for working hours
- Demonstrate fundamental knowledge of networking principles, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, routing, and firewalls
- Show comfortable navigation and command-line proficiency in both Windows and Linux environments
- Understand core information security principles such as the CIA triad, authentication, encryption, and attack vectors
- Display basic familiarity with a major cloud platform and the shared responsibility model
Qualifications
- Pursuing or recently finished a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline
- Associate's degree candidates displaying self-study and lab work
- Individuals from non-traditional backgrounds, such as military veterans or career changers, possessing equivalent knowledge
- Active involvement in cybersecurity communities, meetups, or online groups
- Any preexisting certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or ITF+
- Prior exposure to vulnerability scanners, SIEM platforms, or endpoint security tools
- Basic scripting capability in PowerShell, Bash, or Python
- Previous customer-facing background in settings such as help desks, retail, or tutoring
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Benefits
- Hourly pay rate of twenty dollars per hour for the duration of the internship
Frequently Asked Questions
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Is this position remote?
Yes, this is a remote internship, though applicants must reside within the United States (excluding Alaska, California, Hawaii, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Washington, and Wyoming). There is also an optional in-person onboarding session in Tampa, Florida during the first week.
What are the working hours and duration?
The internship spans 12 weeks from January 11 to April 2, 2027. Participants work 20 to 29 hours per week during standard business hours in the Central Time Zone.
What is the pay rate for this internship?
The position is a paid part-time internship offering an hourly rate of $20 per hour.
Does this internship lead to a full-time job?
Yes, this program serves as a pathway to full-time employment. Participants who display strong competence and cultural fit may receive a permanent offer with a growth trajectory toward advisory roles.
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