Security Analyst I - 4 months Internship/Coop (Fall 2025)
Toronto, 700 University Avenue, Canada
Intact
Intact is the largest provider of property and casualty insurance in Canada through its subsidiaries Intact Insurance, belairdirect and Brokerlink.Our employees are at the heart of everything we do. Together, we help people, businesses, and society prosper in good times and be resilient in bad times.
Our employee promise represents Intact’s commitment to you in exchange for living our Values, striving to do your best work, being open to change and investing in your career. In return, we promise to provide support, opportunities and performance-led financial rewards at a workplace where you can shape the future, win as a team and grow with us.
About the role
Launching your tech career at Intact means joining a diverse team of more than 3,000 Digital, Data and Tech experts working at the intersection of what exists and what’s possible. Here, you’ll be supported by forward-thinking leaders who celebrate shared success, and you’ll help push the industry forward with digital solutions that go beyond insurance to offer everyday value to millions of people. You’ll grow personally and professionally with access to cutting-edge technology-driven learning platforms and make lasting connections near and far. Most importantly, you’ll discover how exciting the “real world” can be.
Here, your career will take off 🚀
What You’ll Do Here:
We are looking for Security Analyst Interns for our growing team! You will gain hands-on experience and develop your skills in a dynamic and supportive environment. This is an excellent opportunity for students who are passionate about cybersecurity and eager to learn from industry professionals. Depending on your team assignment, here’s what you’ll do here:
Cyber Governance, Risk, & Compliance
Handle intake requests for cybersecurity risk and compliance activities, support the risk register, and assist with third-party risk assessments.
Maintain baseline documentation and SOPs, prepare cybersecurity metrics with the Business Analyst, and oversee the implementation and testing of risk management tools.
Lead security incident response efforts, stay current with evolving security trends, and suggest enhancements for monitoring and advisories.
Data Protection
Provide support for Data Protection and Endpoint Security tasks, maintain baseline documentation, and assist in preparing cybersecurity metrics, leveraging experience with CrowdStrike and Microsoft Security Suite.
Collaborate with peers, senior team members, and stakeholders to prioritize and manage requests, and participate in Purple team exercises to test attack scenarios.
Cyber Defense
Perform operational and administrative tasks related to security components, ensuring optimal protection and timely updates.
Analyze event logs, investigate potential security incidents, and follow up to delete unnecessary or unused access.
Process requests to add, modify, and delete system access according to guidelines and maintain accurate access control.
What you bring to the table:
Currently pursuing a Bachelors in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Software Engineering, or Computer Engineering, Math & Statistics, or IT related field
Available to work with us full-time, 35 hours per week, for the Fall 2025 Term (September to December)
Must be an active student during your internship and/or returning to school in next Winter 2026 following your internship
Strong analytical abilities and problem-solving skills
Adaptability, curiosity, and a commitment to continuous learning
Excellent communication skills with a passion for technology
Self-reliant with a strong sense of responsibility
Be bilingual for all Quebec roles (English and French). Need to interact regularly with colleagues across the country.
Your career starts here. Apply today!
We can’t wait to learn more about you. When you complete your application, remember to include your resume and University/College transcript. We hire co-ops every semester (Winter, Summer and Fall)!
We’re accepting applications now through May 23, 2025. All submissions will be reviewed during this time, as well as after the posting closes.
What we offer
Our hybrid work model provides the balance between working from home and enjoying meaningful in-person interactions.
Working here means you'll be empowered to be and do your best every day. Here is some of what you can expect as a temporary member of our team:
Inspiring leaders and colleagues who will lift you up and help you grow
Access to tools and resources to support physical and mental health, embracing change and connecting with colleagues
A dynamic workplace learning ecosystem complete with learning journeys, interactive online content, and inspiring programs
Inclusive employee-led networks to educate, inspire, amplify voices, build relationships and provide development opportunities.
A Community Impact program, because what you care about is a part of what makes you different. And how you contribute to your community should be just as unique.
We are an equal opportunity employer
At Intact, our Value of respect is founded on seeing diversity as a strength. We strive to create an accessible workplace where employees feel valued, included and encouraged to share their unique perspectives.
We encourage applications from individuals who are members of equity-deserving groups, including but not limited to women, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, Black people, and members of the 2SLGBTQI+ community.
As part of Intact’s commitment to reconciliation, we acknowledge that we work, meet and travel across the land currently called Canada, originally inhabited by First Nations, Metis and Inuit people. This history extends through many centuries and continues to evolve today.
We have policies to ensure equal access and participation for people with disabilities, including providing workplace adjustments (accommodations). A copy of applicable policies is available on request.
If we can provide a specific adjustment to make the recruitment process more accessible for you, please let us know when we reach out about a job opportunity. We’ll work with you to meet your needs.
Learn more about our recruitment process and your candidate journey here.
If you are an employee of Intact or belairdirect, please apply for this role on Internal Career Site.
Tags: Compliance Computer Science CrowdStrike Cyber defense Endpoint security Governance Incident response Monitoring Risk assessment Risk management
Perks/benefits: Career development Equity / stock options Flex vacation
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