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 and military spouses looking to conduct a fellowship through DoD Skillbridge, Army Career Skills Program, Hiring Our Heroes or SpouseWorks. This application is for transitioning service members looking for remote commercial roles following their separation, or for military spouses conducting fellowships through the Career Accelerator: SpouseWorks. These roles do not require a security clearance.
As a fellow at GuidePoint Security, you will work closely with industry-leading subject matter experts to provide first-class cyber security services. Learners 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:
- You are separating from active-duty service within the next 18 months or are a Military Spouse who has been accepted into the SpouseWorks program.
- You are eligible to conduct a fellowship through DoD Skillbridge, Army Career Skills Program, Hiring Our Heroes or SpouseWorks.
- You are located within the United States for the entire duration of the fellowship and future full-time employment opportunities.
- For technical roles, you will need 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 or cyber positions.
For more information on our GPSU program, please visit our website.
The below perks are for those that join our team full-time following separation.
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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 1,300 employees, established strategic partnerships with leading security vendors, and serves as a trusted advisor to more than 6,200 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 (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). If you choose the High Deductible / HSA plan, GPS will contribute in 4 equal quarterly installments: ($850 per EE annually / $1750 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
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