About the role#
As a Cybersecurity Presales Intern, you will join the Heartland region team to gain hands-on experience in technical consulting. This role focuses on four core areas: certification foundations, presales and client engagement, technical delivery, and vendor knowledge. You will work directly with experienced practitioners on real client engagements rather than simulations. This internship serves as a pathway to full-time employment, with potential growth into Pre-Sales Cybersecurity Technical Advisor roles.
What you'll do#
- Build your technical foundation through company-sponsored exam vouchers and hands-on lab work.
- Strengthen skills in networking, operating systems, cloud, and security tools like SIEM and vulnerability scanners.
- Participate in CTF platforms such as HackTheBox and TryHackMe.
- Shadow senior consultants on client engagements and attend internal presales and delivery meetings.
- Practice explaining complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Support the preparation of presales materials, demos, and technical discussions.
- Develop technical writing skills by drafting executive summaries and findings reports.
- Research and document how partner solutions address specific client security challenges.
- Maintain documentation of lab work, engagement observations, and lessons learned.
What you'll need#
- Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field.
- Candidates with an Associate's degree, self-study, or non-traditional backgrounds who possess equivalent knowledge will be considered.
- Foundational networking knowledge, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, subnetting, VLANs, firewalls, and routing.
- Proficiency in both Windows and Linux command-line environments.
- Understanding of core security concepts like the CIA triad, authentication, encryption, and common attack vectors.
- Basic knowledge of at least one major cloud provider, such as AWS, Azure, or GCP, and the shared responsibility model.
- A habit of self-directed learning demonstrated through home labs, personal projects, or CTFs.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to explain technical topics clearly.
- Professional maturity, including punctuality, reliability, and the ability to engage in client-facing settings.
- A collaborative, team-oriented mindset and a coachable attitude.
- Leadership experience in student organizations or industry clubs is a plus.
- Preferred: Active participation in cybersecurity communities, existing certifications (CompTIA ITF+, A+, Network+, Security+), basic scripting ability (Python, PowerShell, or Bash), and previous customer-facing experience.
Location & details#
- Term: Winter 2027 (January 11 through April 2, 2027).
- Modality: Remote.
- Schedule: Part-time, 20-29 hours per week during Central Time Zone business hours.
- Requirements: You must be physically located within the United States for the duration of the internship. This position is not available to residents of Alaska, California, Hawaii, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Washington, or Wyoming. Candidates should be located near Tulsa, OK, or be willing to relocate there for potential full-time follow-on roles.
About GuidePoint Security
GuidePoint Security is an IT services and consulting firm focused on cybersecurity. Founded in 2011 and based in Reston, Virginia, the company employs over 1,300 people. It provides expertise and solutions to help organizations assess risk and manage their security posture. The firm serves a client base that includes government agencies and large corporations.
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