Associate Cyber Security Consultant - Toronto

IBM Computing; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A global technology firm is seeking a Cybersecurity Intern in Toronto to assist clients in achieving their security goals. This role involves developing cybersecurity strategies and participating in client meetings while working under senior professionals. Candidates should be enrolled in a relevant Bachelor's program and possess foundational knowledge of cybersecurity concepts. This position offers significant opportunities for learning and career development.

Qualifications

• Enrollment in a Bachelor's degree program in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Eligibility to obtain Canadian L2 Secret Clearance.
• Strong interest in cybersecurity and a basic understanding of security concepts.

Responsibilities

• Develop understanding of client’s cybersecurity goals and define necessary steps.
• Participate in client engagements under guidance of security professionals.
• Work closely with senior security consultants and engage in various roles.

Skills

Problem-solving

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Writing skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, or Computer Science

Tools

Python

C/C++

PowerShell

Windows

Linux

macOS

Job description

Overview

A career in IBM Consulting is rooted by long term relationships and close collaboration with clients across the globe.

You\'ll work with visionaries across multiple industries to improve the hybrid cloud and AI journey for the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Your ability to accelerate impact and make meaningful change for your clients is enabled by our strategic partner ecosystem and our robust technology platforms across the IBM portfolio, including Software and Red Hat.

Curiosity and a constant quest for knowledge serve as the foundation to success in IBM Consulting. In your role, you\'ll be encouraged to challenge the norm, investigate ideas outside of your role, and come up with creative solutions resulting in groundbreaking impact for a wide network of clients. Our culture of evolution and empathy centers on long-term career growth and development opportunities in an environment that embraces your unique skills and experience.

About Business Unit:

IBM Consulting is IBM’s consulting and global professional services business, with market leading capabilities in business and technology transformation. With deep expertise in many industries, we offer strategy, experience, technology, and operations services to many of the most innovative and valuable companies in the world. Our people are focused on accelerating our clients’ businesses through the power of collaboration. We believe in the power of technology responsibly used to help people, partners and the planet.

Your role and responsibilities

• Develop an understanding of our client’s future state cybersecurity goals and processes, then define the steps needed and leading technologies to help turn their goals into reality.

• Shadow IBM Cybersecurity professionals and participate in client engagements, assist with client deliverables, participate in client meetings, and provide recommendations to improve clients’ security posture.

• Work closely with senior security consultants and Security leadership in a variety of roles within Consulting & Systems Integration, Portfolio Management and Canadian Regional SOC.

• Learn about a client’s industry, tackle new Cybersecurity challenges, and learn about how their business and technology intersect especially with respect to Cybersecurity.

• Join our IBM North America intern community and meet other IBMers during networking events, special team events and career development activities

What you can expect:

At IBM, we prioritize ongoing learning, development of technical and core skills, and investing in your personal growth, all grounded in a culture of coaching and mentorship - you’ll get exposure to all that and more as an intern. You may work on projects under any one or more of the following Cybersecurity practices at any given time: Strategy & Risk, Threat Management, Identity & Access Management, Cloud & Infrastructure Security, Managed Security Services, Portfolio Management.

Required technical and professional expertise

• Enrollment in a Bachelor\'s degree program in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field.

• Eligibility to obtain Canadian L2 Secret Clearance

• Consultative mindset and ability to solve problems for clients and add value.

• Strong interest in cybersecurity and a basic understanding of security concepts.

• Familiarity with operating systems such as Windows, Linux, and macOS.

• Knowledge of networking fundamentals and protocols.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical and critical-thinking skills.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Strong writing skills

Preferred technical and professional experience

• A passion for innovative ideas, coupled with the ability to understand and assimilate different points of view.

• Can translate business requirements into technical solutions.

• Demonstrate leadership experience and ability to adapt, with willingness to readily take ownership of tasks and problems.

• Have initiative to actively seek new knowledge and improve skills.

• Knowledge / Understanding of Cybersecurity fundamentals related to one or more of the below:

• Cybersecurity Frameworks - NIST / PCI-DSS etc; Q Radar and/or Splunk/ Sentinel ; Identity Management solutions

• Cyber Threat Analysis

• IDS/IPS/SIEM Fundamentals

• Proficiency in programming or scripting languages (e.g., Python, C/C++, PowerShell)

• Firewall Administration

• Network Trouble shooting

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.