Security Intern
About the role
This internship offers an opportunity to gain hands-on experience across a broad spectrum of information security domains. You will work alongside experienced IT and cybersecurity professionals to secure enterprise systems in a global environment, helping to build and scale a modern cybersecurity program. This is a paid, full-time, on-site position.
What you'll do
- Support a variety of cybersecurity projects while maintaining flexibility and confidentiality.
- Assist with building and improving security infrastructure, including vulnerability management, application security, cloud and SaaS security, identity and access management, and endpoint security.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to strengthen the overall security posture of the organization.
- Contribute to security operations, documentation, and process improvements.
- Develop practical experience with industry-standard tools, such as SIEM, EDR, and identity and access management platforms.
What you'll need
- Current pursuit or recent completion of a degree in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
- Experience through coursework, projects, or internships in areas such as malware analysis, incident response, IDS/IPS, security engineering, or IT help desk.
- Understanding of IT fundamentals, including systems administration, networking, and cybersecurity principles.
- Passion for cybersecurity, strong problem-solving skills, and a willingness to learn.
- Eligibility to access U.S. export-controlled technology, as this role may involve access to information or systems subject to U.S. export laws.
Location & details
- Location: Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
- Work Modality: On-site.
- Term: Rolling.
