C-IT-225 Cybersecurity Operations Specialist Intern

About This Role

This position is exclusively open to students pursuing a university degree.  

Internship dates: January 5th to April 24th 2026 

Are you looking for a work environment where you can innovate, reach greater heights and collaborate with experts from a wide range of sectors? You want to join a world-class company and industry leader with projects to which you would be proud to contribute? Come share your passion with us! 

The role we are offering you: 

By joining our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the overall cybersecurity strategy, ensuring the protection of our organization's digital assets. You will gain hands-on experience in various aspects of cybersecurity, including monitoring, analysis, and implementation of security measures, while working alongside experienced professionals. Are you ready to: 

• Monitor and analyze security alerts to identify potential threats and vulnerabilities. 

• Conduct regular security reviews and audits to ensure compliance with policies and standards. 

• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of cybersecurity controls and measures. 

• Collaborate with team members to develop and enhance security strategies. 

• Provide support in incident response and remediation efforts. 

Our ideal candidate has:

• Proficiency in cybersecurity tools and technologies (e.g., DLP, EDR, DNS). 

• Experience with security monitoring and incident response. 

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 

• Excellent communication and teamwork skills. 

• Familiarity with industry standards and compliance frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST). 

Preferred Education 

Pursuing a college, undergraduate, or master's degree in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, or a related field with at least 1-2 years of relevant coursework or internships completed. 

Location of the internship is Montreal. 

Internship will be carried out in hybrid mode. 

*All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada and must meet the requirements of the Canadian Controlled Goods Program (CGP). All hires will be required to complete, sign and return the Controlled Goods Program form within a week of its transmittal. They must also provide a copy of their passport or birth certificate. All students with a work permit must provide a copy of it and a police clearance certificate from the country or countries where they have resided in the past five years.  

*Please take note that if you are on a student, work or international student permit, the delays for the security background check take minimum 16 weeks. 

CAE offers: 

• Salary determined according to the number of years and / or cumulative credits 

• Flexible schedules and work from home policy 

• Open concept workspace 

• Opportunity to work on a variety of projects on a multidisciplinary team 

• Possibility of permanent employment/extension 

• STM access on campus 

• Free parking on site for cars and bikes 

• Running club and sports activities 

• Changing rooms and showers 

• Panoramic terrace open during Summer and Fall  

*For all interns hired, we will reimburse the internship costs for up to $250 per intern upon presentation of supporting documents. 

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CAE thanks all applicants for their interest. However, only those whose background and experience match the requirements of the role will be contacted.

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, nationality, colour, religion, sex, gender indentity and expression, sexual orientation, disability, neurodiversity, veteran status, age, or other characteristics protected by local laws.

If you don't see yourself fully reflected in every job requirement listed in the job posting, we still encourage you to reach out and apply. At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.  If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at [email protected]