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 offers hands-on experience in certification and technical foundations, presales and client engagement, technical delivery and writing, and vendor knowledge. Experienced practitioners will mentor the intern directly on real work, not simulations. 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 to build practical offensive and defensive skills; 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 to support your own growth and the team's knowledge base

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; 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.); Exemplifying leadership tendencies, such as leading student organizations or industry clubs

Benefits

Company-sponsored exam vouchers; Paid internship; Potential pathway to full-time employment with growth path to Pre-Sales Cybersecurity Technical Advisor; Group Medical Insurance options (Zero Deductible PPO Plan or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA contribution, for full-time employees); Group Dental Insurance (for full-time employees); 12 corporate holidays and 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)