Cybersecurity Presales Intern - GPSU/Heartland (Tulsa)

As part of the GPSU program, GuidePoint Security is seeking a Cybersecurity Presales Intern to support its Heartland region. The role provides hands-on experience in certification and technical foundations, presales and client engagement, technical delivery and writing, and vendor knowledge, with mentorship from experienced practitioners on real work. This is a part-time, remote paid internship ($20/hr) running for 12 weeks from January 11 - April 2, 2027, with an optional in-person onboarding in Tampa FL during the first week.

Responsibilities

Build a certification foundation with company-sponsored exam vouchers, including Security+, Network+, CySA+, and cloud certifications; Complete hands-on lab work to strengthen skills in networking, operating systems, cloud, and security; Take part in CTF platforms such as HackTheBox and TryHackMe; Gain exposure to SIEM, vulnerability scanning, and endpoint security tools in lab and real-world settings under mentorship; Shadow senior consultants on real client engagements; Attend internal presales and delivery meetings to learn how GuidePoint scopes, sells, and delivers solutions; Practice explaining technical concepts to non-technical audiences in client-facing settings under mentorship; Support the preparation of presales materials, demos, and technical discussions alongside the Heartland team; Practice technical writing, including executive summaries and findings reports; Build vendor-specific product knowledge aligned to GuidePoint's technology partnerships; Research and document how partner solutions map to common client security challenges; Document lab work, engagement observations, and lessons learned

Requirements

Pursuing or recently completed a Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, or a related field (Associate's degree candidates with self-study and lab work, and non-traditional backgrounds with equivalent knowledge, will be considered); Foundational knowledge of networking, including TCP/IP, DNS, DHCP, HTTP/S, subnetting, VLANs, firewalls, and routing basics; Exemplifying leadership tendencies, such as leading student organizations or industry clubs; Comfort navigating both Windows and Linux, with command-line proficiency; Understanding of core security concepts, including the CIA triad, authentication vs. authorization, encryption basics, and common attack vectors (phishing, malware, ransomware, social engineering); Basic understanding of at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and the shared responsibility model; A habit of self-directed learning, shown through home labs, CTFs, blogs, or personal projects; Strong communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences; Coachable and open to feedback; A self-starter with a collaborative, team-oriented mindset; Professional maturity: punctual, reliable, responsive, and presentable in client-facing settings; Be located near Tulsa, OK, or be willing to relocate there for follow-on full-time hire; Be physically located within the United States for the entire internship; Work 20-29 hrs/wk during standard business hours supporting the Central Time Zone; Have a personal computing device and high-speed internet access during working hours; Not living in Alaska, California, Hawaii, New Mexico, New York, Oregon, Washington or Wyoming

Nice to have

Active participation in cybersecurity communities (meetups, BSides, DEFCON, Discord/Slack groups); Any existing certifications (CompTIA ITF+, A+, Network+, Security+); Exposure to a SIEM, vulnerability scanner, or endpoint security tool, even in a lab environment; Basic scripting ability (Python, PowerShell, or Bash); Previous customer-facing experience of any kind (retail, help desk, tutoring, etc.)

Benefits

Paid internship; Potential pathway to full-time employment; Group Medical Insurance options (Zero Deductible PPO Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA) for full-time employees; Group Dental Insurance for full-time employees; 12 corporate holidays and a Flexible Time Off (FTO) program for full-time employees; Healthy mobile phone and home internet allowance for full-time employees; Eligibility for retirement plan after 2 months at open enrollment for full-time employees; Pet Benefit Option for full-time employees; Company-sponsored exam vouchers