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At Cameco we understand the value of a diverse workforce and we embrace, encourage and support workplace inclusion and diversity. New ideas, perspectives, experiences, and expertise make Cameco stronger. We are committed to building a diverse workforce reflective of the communities we operate in. Our vision is to create a culture where inclusion is the goal, and a diverse and representative workforce is our measure of success. Cameco is committed to providing an inclusive selection process, free from systemic barriers. support employment equity and encourage all members of underrepresented groups (i.e., women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and members of racialized groups/visible minorities) to voluntarily disclose. Cameco welcomes applicants from all backgrounds, abilities, and experiences to apply.
About Us
Cameco is one of the largest global providers of the uranium fuel needed to power a secure energy future. Utilities around the world rely on our nuclear fuel products to generate safe, reliable, emissions-free nuclear power. Cameco’s corporate office is based in Saskatoon. We have mining operations and projects in northern Saskatchewan, Kazakhstan, the United States and Australia. We are also a leading supplier of uranium refining, conversion, and fuel manufacturing services from our operations in Ontario.
The Role
Cameco is looking for a student who is passionate about IT security to work with a group of talented and dedicated individuals to ensure our global IT systems are secure and controlled. Reporting to the Manager, IT Security and Risk, you will play a critical role in contributing to the success of the business technology services (BTS) department and their goal to provide technological solutions that maximize business value while minimizing risk.
In this role, you will:
- Support the implementation of Cameco’s information security program and promote IT security awareness.
- Assist with investigating IT security incidents and monitoring systems for unauthorized activity or external threats.
- Support security configuration reviews to help ensure systems meet established security requirements.
- Contribute to security projects and process improvements.
Required:
- you are a third- or fourth-year university student currently enrolled in computer science or a related program; and
- you must be returning to school for the academic semester following your work term with Cameco.
Recommended:
- basic understanding of computer networks and IT security principles;
- exposure to or interest in learning cybersecurity tools, risk management and governance;
- familiarity with system administration and managing user access; and
- ability to learn new skills quickly and work collaboratively in a team environment.
Conditions of Employment:
- pre-employment background check.
Cameco is an employment equity employer and aims to achieve gender parity, and as such, preference will be given to qualified members of equity groups. We are strengthened by the diverse backgrounds of experiences and encourage applicants with various levels of expertise to apply, as equivalent combination of education and work experience are considered.
This is a 12 to 16-month full-time temporary student term, starting May 2027 until end of May 2028 / August 2028.
Interviews will take place in December 2026 / January 2027. Students will be notified if they are selected for an interview.
You will have the opportunity to work hybrid in this position. The details of this flex work arrangement will be discussed with you in the recruitment process.
Req ID #: 42505
Posted: November 5, 2026
Posting end date: November 26, 2026 Salary Range: $60,899 - $74,952
The physical and psychological safety of our employees is a top priority at Cameco. We invite candidates to voluntarily disclose accommodation requirements, if contacted in relation to a job opportunity. Information received will be addressed confidentially and Cameco’s Workplace Inclusion and Accommodation Program document is available upon request. Successful candidates for all positions that will work at Safety Sensitive Sites or Safety Sensitive Positions must take and pass a Substance Test, which includes marijuana, as a condition of employment. Marijuana remains in a user’s system for about 30 days, so applicants who recently used marijuana recreationally should not expect to pass a substance test.
