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GuidePoint Security

University - Internship Program

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At a glance

Open to
All branches
Format
In person
Length
Duration not listed
Locations
1 location in Virginia
Job locations
District of Columbia, Virginia
Career field
Computer and Mathematical
Target MOS/ratings
All cyber operations, security, IT and intel jobs.

About the program

Federal Cybersecurity Internal - A GuidePoint Security internship sets up participants as professionals in cybersecurity. Participants develop technical competency while learning life skills about consulting work and common practices for navigating the challenges of delivering cyber work to various types of customers.

Jobs this program prepares you for

GuidePoint Security welcomes all service members with a computing or security background. Potential candidates are encouraged to explore different specialties within cybersecurity to find the best fit for them. We tailor each internship based on the individual's needs, with all participants completing foundational cybersecurity training and business development courses before being placed in a focus area to gain more specialized skills. Focus areas include: Application Delivery, Application Security, Cloud Security, Data Security, Digital Forensics, Governance, Identity Management, Incident Response, Network Security, Security Automation, Security Engineering, Security Operations, and Threat Intelligence.

Eligibility & prerequisites

TS/SCI and willing to work on-site in northern Virginia following separation, for those wishing to attain full-time positions after the internship. Intern must have a basic understanding of networking and computing, along with knowledge of common security frameworks and tools. Security experience is a plus.

Skillbridge internship is entirely remote and computer is provided for the intern.

Locations & contacts

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How to apply

  1. Contact the provider using the website or email above. Ask about openings, start dates, and the application.
  2. Confirm eligibility. SkillBridge is generally for service members within 180 days of separation who have their command's approval.
  3. Get your unit commander's authorization following your branch's SkillBridge process. Start early; approvals take time.
  4. Read reviews from past participants on Rate My SkillBridge.

Policy details: official DoW SkillBridge site · our FAQ