GPSU Military - Federal Fellowship

GuidePoint Security; United States; Remote; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated individuals for an internship program aimed at transitioning service members into technical federal roles. This unique opportunity allows fellows to work alongside leading experts in cybersecurity, gaining hands-on experience and training in a collaborative environment. As part of a rapidly growing company, you will enhance your skills while contributing to impactful projects that protect vital information. If you are passionate about information security and eager to learn, this program is designed to help you thrive in your new career path.

Benefits

Remote workforce primarily

Group Medical Insurance options

Group Dental Insurance

12 corporate holidays

Flexible Time Off (FTO) program

Healthy mobile phone allowance

Home internet allowance

Retirement plan eligibility

Pet Benefit Option

Qualifications

• Active security clearance (Secret or higher) is mandatory.
• Basic knowledge of networking and security practices required.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with cybersecurity experts to enhance security knowledge.
• Participate in hands-on technical development and real-world security response.

Skills

Networking

Common Security Tools

Information Security

Education

Separation from active-duty military service

Job description

GuidePoint Security provides trusted cybersecurity expertise, solutions and services that help organizations make better decisions and minimize risk. By taking a three-tiered, holistic approach for evaluating security posture and ecosystems, GuidePoint enables some of the nation’s top organizations, such as Fortune 500 companies and U.S. government agencies, to identify threats, optimize resources and integrate best-fit solutions that mitigate risk.

This application is for separating service members looking to conduct an internship through DoD Skillbridge, Army Career Skills Program, or Hiring Our Heroes. This application is for those looking to transition to technical federal roles following their separation of service. These roles require a security clearance and the ability to work on-site at one of several locations. If you are unable or unwilling to work in a classified environment, please consider a Commercial Fellowship instead.

As a fellow at GuidePoint Security, you will work closely with industry-leading subject matter experts to provide first-class cyber security services. Fellows will complete in-house training programs, while working on projects to enhance their security knowledge and skills.

Fellows will gain experience through:

• Hands-On Technical Development
• Real-World Security Response
• Collaborative Project Work
• Team and Position Shadowing
• Partner-led Vendor Training and Certifications

Requirements:

• Separation from active-duty military service within the next 18 months.
• An active security clearance (Secret or higher).
• Eligibility to conduct an internship/fellowship through DoD Skillbridge, Army Career Skills Program, or Hiring Our Heroes.
• At least a basic knowledge of networking, common security tools and practices, as well as a passion for information security.
• Preference is given to those currently serving in IT, intelligence, or cyber positions.

For more information on our GPSU program, please visit our website.

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 1000 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 4,200 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) or High Deductible Health Plan with HSA (GuidePoint pays 100% of the employees premiums and 75% for family plans and GPS will contribute in one lump sum: ($500 per EE annually / $1000 per family annually)
• 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