GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.
As an intern at GuidePoint Security, you will work closely with industry-leading subject matter experts to provide first-class cyber security services. Interns will complete in-house training programs, while working on projects to enhance their security knowledge and skills. Interns will gain experience through:
- Hands-On Technical Development
- Real-World Security Response
- Collaborative Project Work
- Team and Position Shadowing
- Partner-led Vendor Training and Certifications
- Be physically located within the United States during the entire duration of the internship
- Be available for full-time hire in 2026
- Have a basic understanding of information technology, networking, operating systems and security
- Have a genuine passion for information security
- Be motivated and eager to learn new skills
- Have demonstrated efforts toward entering cybersecurity, which may include:
- Obtaining certifications
- Attending trainings
- Pursuing a formal education
- Participating in industry organizations
- Contributing to personal or industry projects
This position is not available for candidates living in the following states: Alaska, California, Hawaii, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Vermont, Washington and Wyoming.
This is a part-time, remote paid internship ($20hr) that is offered as part of a GPSU cohort running from Jan 12 - Apr 3, 2026. Interns are expected to:
- Work a majority of hours between 11am-4pm EST Monday through Friday, ranging from 25-29hrs/wk
- Attend the mandatory in-person onboarding in Tampa, FL from Jan 12 - Jan 15, 2026 (all expenses paid)
- Have a personal computing device and access to high-speed internet during working hours
Evaluation Process:
- GPSU team receives and reviews applications as they are submitted
- Selected candidates conduct a 30-minute screen with technical recruiter
- Chosen candidates will be invited to conduct a 4-hour virtual technical assessment
- Candidates who successfully complete the technical assessment will be invited to a 1-hour technical interview
The below perks are for those that join GuidePoint Security for full-time employment only.
We use Greenhouse Software as our applicant tracking system and Zoom Scheduler for HR screen request scheduling. At times, your email may block our communication with you. Please be sure to check your SPAM folder so that you don't miss updates on your application.
Why GuidePoint?
GuidePoint Security is a rapidly growing, profitable, privately-held value added reseller that focuses exclusively on Information Security. Since its inception in 2011, GuidePoint has grown to over 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 4,200 customers.
Firmly-defined core values drive all aspects of the business, which have been paramount to the company’s success and establishment of an enjoyable workplace atmosphere. At GuidePoint, your colleagues are knowledgeable, skilled, and experienced and will seek to collaborate and provide mentorship and guidance at every opportunity.
This is a unique and rare opportunity to grow your career along with one of the fastest growing companies in the nation.
Some added perks….
- Remote workforce primarily (U.S. based only, some travel may be required for certain positions, working on-site may be required for Federal positions)
- Group Medical Insurance options: Zero Deductible PPO Plan (GuidePoint pays 90% of the premium for employees and 70% for family plans (spouse/children/family) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans (spouse/children/family) and GPS will contribute in one lump sum: ($500 per EE annually / $1000 per family annually (includes spouse/children/family options)
- Group Dental Insurance: GuidePoint pays 100% of the premium for employees and 75% of family plans
- 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program
- Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance
- Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment
- Pet Benefit Option
Top Skills
What We Do
GuidePoint Security is an elite team of highly trained, top certified experts who cut through cyber chaos and confusion to put control back in your hands. We help you make the smartest, most informed decisions, choose and integrate products and services that are the best fit, and build the most effective cybersecurity posture.
We provide organizations with holistic perspective on their cyber ecosystem to minimize gaps, vulnerabilities, and optimize resources, including:
1. Understanding the changing threat landscape, vulnerabilities, and gaps
2. New insights of how product decisions align with resource capacity
3. Insightful product comparisons and integration to save time, money, and mistakes
