IT Security Analyst Intern

Precision Drilling is launching our 2025 Internship Program!

If you are a current post-secondary student working towards your degree, or have recently graduated with a degree in Computer Science & Security and you’d like to gain real-world experience during your summer, then please read on…

Working for Precision Drilling means being immersed in a supportive culture that recognizes you as a strategic player in Precision Drilling’s future. We are a large company rooted in the success of our people, where you will collaborate with leadership and your colleagues across the organization.

Our Interns will enjoy perks such as:

• A work environment where you can expect to enjoy a work-life balance that promotes personal health and well-being.
• Personal development to grow your career with us based on your strengths and interests.
• Networking and employee engagement events.
• Career development seminars.
• Precision offers afternoons off before a long weekend.

How to Apply

Applicants MUST submit a Resume & copy of their Transcript detailing their interest in working at Precision Drilling. Failure to submit both will result in automatic disqualification. Please submit your Resume & Transcript as ONE PDF file attached in the resume section.

This application will close on Sunday, February 9th, 2025.

The following restrictions apply to all internship candidates:

• Applicants must be available for a non-negotiable start date of Wednesday, May 7, 2025
• Applicants must be 18 years or older.
• Applicants must have housing accommodations or transportation in the Calgary area, as Precision does not provide internship housing.
• By May 5, 2025, applicants must have completed at least their first year of study in a post-secondary program/Technical Institute (see job posting). 

Summary

The IT Security Intern will assist the Cyber Security and Infrastructure Services teams with daily security operations tasks, vulnerability management, and other small projects. The individual must possess strong fundamental knowledge of security concepts such as phishing, malware, social engineering, vulnerabilities, cryptography, the CIA triad, multi-factor authentication, and access management. Experience with key cybersecurity tools such as network firewalls, intrusion-detection systems, anti-virus, email filtering solutions, Azure Active Directory, and vulnerability scanners would be an asset.

Responsibilities

• Monitoring the computing environment and managing the supporting security technologies to ensure systems confidentiality, integrity, and availability
• Participating in the incident response process from investigation through to issue resolution
• Vulnerability management activities, including the assessment and remediation of vulnerable software and devices
• Assessment of existing and new security risks, working with the Security Team members to develop relevant corrective actions and preventative controls
• Assist with the documentation of relevant processes and procedures
• Participate in security awareness training events such as lunch and learns and IT Town Hall meetings
• Collaboration and clear communication with other IT teams/resources in delivering secure solutions
• Small projects as required

Knowledge & Skills

A curious mindset and desire to learn, improve, and help others

Attention to detail in all areas of work.

Strong organizational, analytical, and execution skills

Communicates unambiguously and listens effectively

Ability to present technical material to various stakeholders clearly and concisely

Ability to explore and research new ideas and contribute innovatively to existing processes or solutions

Documenting and updating technical procedures, standards, and policies

Education

Currently enrolled or recently graduated with a Degree, diploma, or technical program certificate in Computer Science & Security from a recognized post-secondary institution

Experience

Solid understanding of fundamental cybersecurity concepts, such as malware, phishing, vulnerabilities, cryptography, the CIA triad, access management, etc.

Experience with TCP/IP networking

Experience with Windows Operating Systems and Active Directory-managed Environments

Experience with Linux would be beneficial

Certifications such as the CCNA, CompTIA Security+, CompTIA Network+, Associate of (ISC)², or Certified in Cybersecurity (ISC)² would set the candidate apart