Co-op Student, Cybersecurity SOC Analyst

WorkSafeBC; Canada; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A public safety organization in Canada is seeking a motivated co-op student for the Cybersecurity SOC Analyst role in their IT Security department. This eight-month opportunity involves enhancing threat detection, supporting incident investigations, and collaborating with the team. Ideal candidates will be 3rd or 4th year students in a cybersecurity program, with experience in Microsoft 365 and Azure. The role offers a competitive hourly salary and hybrid working conditions.

Benefits

4% in lieu of benefits

4% in lieu of vacation

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a cybersecurity or related program.
• Previous relevant work experience preferred.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.

Responsibilities

• Enhance threat detection queries in Azure Sentinel and Splunk.
• Support incident investigations and document findings.
• Monitor security events and develop best practices.

Skills

Monitoring security tools

Analyzing incidents

Collaborating with teams

Improving detection logic

Education

Currently a 3rd or 4th year student in cybersecurity or related program

Tools

Microsoft 365 applications

Microsoft Azure

Job description

Overview

The IT Security and End User Technology department of WorkSafeBC is looking for one highly motivated, dynamic, innovative Co‑op student, Cybersecurity SOC Analyst to join our team to help us strive towards our vision. The department provides an exceptional technology experience for our organization by meeting end‑user expectations for technology education and support, offering best‑in‑class Cybersecurity, and ensuring transparent and accountable decision‑making through governance practices and policies. This is an eight‑month temporary opportunity starting in January 2026.

How you’ll make a difference

You’ll support innovations that benefit workers and employers across B.C.

Where you’ll work

At WorkSafeBC, we offer a hybrid work model that combines working remotely, and in our offices based on the operational needs of the position.

What you’ll do

• Enhance and maintain threat detection queries in Azure Sentinel and Splunk to improve visibility and response across the environment.
• Support incident investigations and response efforts by documenting findings, coordinating remediation, and contributing to response playbooks.
• Assist in planning and executing tabletop exercises to strengthen the incident response plan and align technical and business continuity strategies.
• Monitor security events, analyze external threats, and help develop best practices and documentation to support security operations maturity.

Is this a good fit for you?

We’re looking for someone who can

• Monitor security tools and systems for potential threats, investigate incidents, and support remediation efforts across domains.
• Analyze and improve detection logic in Azure Sentinel and Splunk and contribute to incident response planning and documentation.
• Participate in research and evaluation of security tools and help align technical response with business continuity needs.
• Collaborate effectively with the team, think critically, and bring curiosity and enthusiasm to solving complex cybersecurity challenges.
• Participate in awareness programs to heighten security consciousness among users; makes information presentations regarding security issues as required
• Contribute to a positive work environment by collaborating and working effectively as a member of the team
• Think critically while also having fun working through complex problems

Learn more:

Hear from past co‑op students on what it’s like to work here.

Your background and experience

• Currently a 3rd or 4th year student enrolled in a cybersecurity, computer science or related program
• Previous co‑op or relevant work experience in an office environment is preferred
• Microsoft 365 applications and Microsoft Azure experience is an asset

Important to know

• Confirm you’re legally entitled to work in Canada
• Confirm you’re a registered student at a post‑secondary institution and is participating in a work integrated learning program
• Consent to criminal records check

Who are we?

At WorkSafeBC, we promote safe and healthy workplaces across British Columbia. We partner with workers and employers to save lives and prevent injury, disease, and disability. When work‑related injuries and diseases occur, we provide compensation and support injured workers in their recovery, rehabilitation, and safe return to work. We’re honoured to serve the 2.49 million workers and 263,000 registered employers in our province.

What’s it like to work at WorkSafeBC?

It’s challenging, stimulating, and rewarding. Our positions offer diversity and opportunities for professional growth. Every day, the work we do impacts people and changes lives. What we do is important, and so are the people we do it for. Our ability to make a difference relies on building a team with a rich variety of skills, knowledge, backgrounds, abilities, and experiences that reflects the diversity of the people we serve. We are committed to fostering a welcoming, inclusive, and supportive work culture where everyone can contribute as their best, authentic self.

Our Benefits

As a member of our team, you’ll have access to services and benefits that help you get the most out of work – and life. Along with a competitive salary, your total compensation package includes:

• 4% in lieu of benefits
• 4% in lieu of vacation

Salary

$25.29/hourly

Learn more:

Discover who we are.

Want to apply?

• A cover letter, resume and transcript are required. Your cover letter should state your availability (four or eight months).
• Submit all documents in one file (either Word or PDF files).
• We encourage all qualified applicants to apply. If you require an accommodation in the assessment process, please email Recruitment Testing Accommodation (SM) when you submit your application.