About the role#
This is a paid internship opportunity for university students to work within the Information Security and Cyber Defense department at the Autorité des marchés financiers. You will work 35 hours per week in a hybrid environment during the Winter 2027 term.
What you'll do#
- Develop tools and processes for cyber incident response.
- Monitor cybersecurity threats and vulnerabilities.
- Participate in vulnerability management and analysis.
- Support the IT team with incident response tasks.
- Assist the Chief Security Office with various operational activities.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a university program related to Information Technology, such as Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Data Science.
- Foundational knowledge of cybersecurity principles and general computing.
- Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving skills.
- A diploma of college studies in Information Technology is considered an asset.
- Ability to work with autonomy and versatility.
- A commitment to providing quality service.
Location & details#
- Location: Québec, QC.
- Term: Winter 2027.
- Modality: Hybrid.
- Employment type: Full-time (35 hours per week).
- Note: Candidates must submit their application in French and will be subject to a background check.
About Autorité des marchés financiers (Québec)
The Autorité des marchés financiers is a government agency based in Québec. Founded in 2004, it regulates the financial markets within the province. The organization oversees sectors including insurance, securities, derivatives, and deposit institutions. It also provides support to consumers of financial products and services.
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