Information Security Co-op Student

Description

• Vulnerability scanning and remediation processes.
• Helping administer phishing simulation campaigns.
• Checking for risky sign-ins, MFA enforcement, and basic access validation.
• Working with IT infrastructure, applications, and cloud teams.
• Monitoring alerts in Sophos Central and other security platforms.
• Supporting initial investigations of security incidents (malware alerts, phishing attempts, access anomalies).
• Participating in Zscaler ZIA testing, troubleshooting, and documentation efforts.
• Helping with configuration cleanup tasks across platforms such as Sophos, Azure AD, Zscaler, and Exchange.
• Assisting with requirements gathering for security reviews of new software requests.
• Assisting with updates to cybersecurity standards, playbooks, and procedures.
• Helping communicate security updates across the organization.
• Shadowing senior team members during incident response activities.
• Researching emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and best practices.
• Assisting with creation of phishing templates or cybersecurity awareness materials.
• Supporting presentations or communications for Cybersecurity Awareness Month and other initiatives.
• Reviewing vulnerability scan results and helping organize findings into actionable steps.
• Reviewing suspicious emails and learning how to identify phishing attempts.
• Supporting review and editing of documents such as:

Requirements

• Exposure to phishing tools or awareness training platforms.
• Familiarity with Microsoft enterprise tools (Azure AD, Defender, Exchange, Intune).
• Basic scripting ability (PowerShell).
• Clear communication skills and a collaborative mindset.
• Identity and Access Management fundamentals.
• How enterprise security tools (Sophos, Defender, Zscaler, Azure AD) are used in real operations.
• Strong attention to detail and willingness to learn.
• Practical threat detection and response skills.
• Currently enrolled in RRC Polytech’s Information Security program or a related cybersecurity program.

Benefits

• As part of ourGoals, Rewards, Improvement and Teamwork program qualifying teams can enjoy a monthly reward.
• Community Involvement- Generously supporting health, charities, youth, and education opportunities is our passion, and you’re invited to be a part of that.
• Cyber Incident Response Plan (CIRP)
• Term Length: 16 weeks (e.g., January 5–May 1, 2026; flexible start date available).
• Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP)
• Our convenient Price Café offers free Tea and Coffee.
• Personal and Professional Development- We are committed to helping you reach your potential through training and education.
• Business Continuity Plan (BCP)

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance