GPSU Cybersecurity Intern - Application Security

We are looking for candidates eager to continue their journey within the security industry, with a focus on Application Security. Qualified candidates will:

Be physically located within the United States during the entire duration of the internship

Have a basic understanding of information technology, networking, operating systems and security - resume and application must clearly reflect this knowledge in order to be considered

Have exposure to one or more programming languages (Python, JavaScript, Java, or similar) and interest in reading and analyzing code

Have a genuine passion for information security

Be motivated and eager to learn new skills

Demonstrate a willingness to learn and use AI-enabled tools

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, Washington and Wyoming.

This is a part-time, remote paid internship ($20hr) that is offered as part of the GPSU program supporting our Application Security Practice. Interns are expected to:

Work a majority of hours between 11am-4pm EST Monday through Friday, ranging from 25-29hrs/wk

Have a personal computing device and access to high-speed internet during working hours

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 1,300 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 6,200 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). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 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