Cybersecurity Intern

Summary

Join GuidePoint Security's internship program and gain hands-on cybersecurity experience. This part-time, remote, paid internship offers opportunities in technical development, real-world security response, and collaborative projects. You'll work with industry experts, complete training programs, and enhance your skills through shadowing and vendor certifications. The program runs from May 19 to August 8, 2025, requiring 25-29 hours per week between 11 am and 4 pm EST. Successful candidates will be full-time college students pursuing a cybersecurity-related degree with a basic understanding of IT and a passion for information security. The internship includes an in-person onboarding and requires a personal computer and high-speed internet access.

Requirements

• Be enrolled full-time in a college or university with an expected graduation in 2025/2026
• Be pursuing a degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security or another relevant major
• 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

Responsibilities

• Work 25-29 hours between 11am-4pm EST Monday through Friday
• Attend an in-person onboarding from May 19–22, 2025, at either our Reston, VA or Tampa, FL office (location to be confirmed)
• Have a personal computing device and access to high-speed internet during working hours

Preferred Qualifications

• Obtaining certifications
• Attending trainings
• Pursuing a formal education
• Participating in industry organizations
• Contributing to personal or industry projects

Benefits

• 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