Co-op, IT Security and Risk (Non-Union)

Co-op, IT Security & Risk (Non-Union)

4-8 months

Full-time, 35 hours/ week

Location: Vaughan, Hybrid

Status: This position is to fill a current vacancy

Salary Grade: $25.40/hour

At Alectra, we energize a brighter future by empowering our workforce through the talent of tomorrow's bright minds. We promote a culture that encourages collaboration, celebrates innovation and supports lifelong learning. We are committed to creating a safe and inclusive workplace where everyone succeeds and has the opportunity to make a meaningful difference.

Purpose:

The Co-op, IT Security and Risk student, reporting to the Manager of IT Security and Risk, will perform activities focused on gathering and analyzing security intelligence data to mitigate possible or real-time threats to Alectra's systems and networks. The successful candidate will support the security program in protecting organizational resources by ensuring systems and projects comply with Alectra’s IT security policies.

Responsibilities:

• Assist with the maintenance of the IT security infrastructure
• Liaise with third-party security services providers
• Participate in investigations into suspicious/problematic activity and provide on-going communication with various levels of staff
• Help to design and execute vulnerability assessments, phishing exercises and security audits
• Assist with the delivery of regular security awareness training for all employees to ensure consistently high levels of compliance with Alectra’s enterprise security requirements
• Update content on the IT Security internal website
• Participate in key projects helping to advance Alectra’s cybersecurity roadmap
• Performs other duties as assigned

Skills & Qualifications/Program:

• Enrolled in full-time studies at a post-secondary institution and working towards a Computer Science/IT Security degree/diploma or equivalent.
• Good understanding of network protocols and administration
• Familiarity with the following:
  • Security Information & Event Management (SIEM)
  • Advanced Persistent Threat Management (APTM)Identity and Access Management (IAM)
  • Endpoint Security
  • Wireless Security Management
  • Anti-spam/Email Security
  • Active Directory
• Basic knowledge of IT security standards/frameworks, such as Ontario Cyber Security Framework and NIST is an asset.
• Proficiency with MS Office applications

Who we are

As the largest municipally owned electric utility in Canada, we are committed to growing, evolving and remaining innovative to build a sustainable and brighter future. Our values set us apart and are our fundamental beliefs about our organization:

Safety: Stay aware, prevent risks and protect each other.

Respect: Value everyone, act honestly and foster inclusion.

Customer Focus: Be reliable, anticipate needs and deliver exceptional solutions with care.

Excellence: Elevate performance, embrace diversity and deliver quality through collaboration.

Innovation: Drive growth by embracing change, creativity and continuous improvement.

Here’s why Alectra might be your ideal workplace:

• You have the option to enroll in the OMERS pension plan, a defined benefit plan that provides a reliable and secure retirement income based on your earnings and years of service. Both you and the organization contribute to the plan. OMERS is one of Canada's largest and most respected pension plans, designed to support your long-term financial well-being.
• We invest in your career development. At Alectra, we care about our team’s future through offering ongoing trainings, mentorship and learning opportunities.
• We care about you work-life balance. Understanding that taking time off is essential to employee well-being, sustained productivity and high performance, we offer the following:
  • Disconnecting from work: We prioritize your well-being through our “Disconnect from Work” policy which ensures you can maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Hybrid work environment: Based on operational requirements, we offer flexible working arrangements that include working remotely or on-site.

At Alectra, your unique contributions matter and help drive our collective success to a more sustainable and brighter future.

Ready to Apply?

If this sounds like you and gets you excited, we’d love to hear from you! Simply click the apply button to submit your resume and take the first step toward joining our team. *Due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to accept resumes via email. All applicants must apply through our careers page to be considered.*

At Alectra, we celebrate diversity and are committed to an inclusive recruitment process that honours the dignity and independence of all applicants. If you require accommodation for a disability during the process, please contact studentprogram@alectrautilities.com. We will work with you to ensure your needs are being met to the point of undue hardship.

Thank you for your interest in building a career with us. While we appreciate all applicants, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Please note: We kindly request no unsolicited resumes or agency referrals. Alectra does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies for any open positions unless a valid contract is in place.

Use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in Recruitment

At Alectra, we’re committed to energizing a brighter future through innovation and responsible technology use. While we may use digital tools to support the efficiency of our recruitment process, we do not use AI to identify or screen candidates. Applications are personally reviewed by either a member of the Talent Acquisition team or one of the hiring leaders, ensuring a fair and human-centered experience for all applicants.