About the role#
This is a full-time internship for the Winter 2027 term. You will support the identification of risks and threats, protect information and assets, and monitor for anomalies. You will also contribute to the planning and design of security architecture.
What you'll do#
- Monitor computer networks for security events or threats.
- Investigate security breaches and incidents.
- Install and operate security measures like firewalls and data encryption programs.
- Document breaches and assess the resulting damage.
- Perform penetration testing and uncover network vulnerabilities.
- Fix detected vulnerabilities to maintain security standards.
- Research security enhancements and provide recommendations to management.
- Develop company-wide best practices for IT security.
- Help colleagues install security software and understand information security management.
- Stay current on IT security trends and standards.
What you'll need#
- Enrollment in a college or university program for information security, computer science, or a related field.
- Knowledge of security frameworks such as ISO27001 and NIST.
- Understanding of firewalls, proxies, SIEM, antivirus, and IDPS concepts.
- Knowledge of computer network penetration testing techniques.
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Excellent communication skills and a high degree of maturity.
- Ability to work independently and within a team.
- Background in software development or programming is preferred.
- Experience with ethical hacking or social engineering concepts is an asset.
Location & details#
- Locations: Brampton, ON; Sainte-Anne-de-Bellevue, QC; or Richmond, BC.
- Modality: On-site.
- Compensation: $23 to $26 per hour.
- Note: Successful candidates must obtain and hold security clearance at the reliability status level and pass a security assessment for the Controlled Goods Program.
About MDA Space
MDA Space operates in the defense and space manufacturing industry. Founded in 1969, the company specializes in robotics, satellite systems, and geointelligence. It maintains a workforce of over 4,000 employees across Canada, the United States, and the United Kingdom. The organization has completed more than 450 missions over its 55-year history.
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