Information Security Analyst Co-Op

IKO Global; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the roofing materials industry is seeking an Information Security Analyst Co-Op for Fall 2025 in Mississauga. The role involves developing security policies, conducting vulnerability assessments, and collaborating with IT teams. Ideal candidates are enrolled in relevant university programs and possess strong communication skills. Join a stable industry leader and gain valuable experience in information security.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Health care benefits

Progressive workplace

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a relevant university program.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite required.
• Strong desire to learn and uphold best practice standards.

Responsibilities

• Support the development and maintenance of security policies.
• Participate in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Contribute to incident response efforts.

Skills

Communication

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or related field

Enrolled in a university-level program in Computer and Information Science, Data Science/Engineering, Computer Engineering or Information Technology

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

IKO Industries Ltd. is a market leader in the manufacturing of roofing and building materials. IKO is a Canadian owned and operated business with production facilities worldwide and has many years of unparalleled success in the roofing materials industry. Quality, integrity, and trustworthiness are the values that underlie this success, and we have built this company by hiring people who hold these values. People like you!

Job Description

Information Security Analyst Co-Op

Location: Mississauga, ONType: Fall 2025

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

• Competitive pay starting Rate: $22.00 -$24.00 per hour
• 4-Month Co-Op
• Be part of a long standing and stable industry leader

WHEN YOU JOIN US, YOU WILL BE;

• Support the development and maintenance of security policies, procedures, and guidelines in accordance with NIST CSF.
• Participate in vulnerability assessments and penetration testing to identify and remediate security weaknesses.
• Collaborate with IT teams to enhance security configurations and monitor network traffic for suspicious activity.
• Contribute to incident response efforts, including investigation, documentation, and mitigation of security incidents.
• Assist in conducting security awareness training and education programs for employees.
• Work on specific security projects such as:
  • Implementing multi-factor authentication (MFA) across the organization.
  • Developing and deploying a secure file transfer system.
  • Enhancing the company's endpoint security strategy.
  • Automating security compliance reporting and monitoring.
  • Assisting in the creation of a disaster recovery and business continuity plan

OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE;

• Enrolled in a university-level program with a focus in Computer and Information Science, Data Science/Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or equivalent program
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• Microsoft Office Suite proficiency required (Outlook, Word, Power Point and Excel).
• Enthusiastic and pleasant attitude.
• Strong desire to learn.
• Upholds best practice standards as well as departmental policies and procedures.
• Excellent listening skills, verbal and written communication.

WORK AUTHORIZATIONS AND TRAVEL;

• Must be authorized to work in Canada

Benefits of Employment: IKO recognizes that its success is due to the strength of its employees. A primary goal of IKO is to promote individual employee's sense of accomplishment and contribution so that employees enjoy their association with IKO. The Company invests in its employees so that they are the most knowledgeable in the industry, and undertakes great efforts to nurture loyalty to, and teamwork at, IKO. We are pleased to offer competitive compensation, health care, a progressive and challenging workplace and a commitment to teamwork and integrity.

Diversity and Equal Opportunity Employment: IKO Industries Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and inclusion and are pleased to consider all qualified applicants for employment without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. IKO Industries Ltd. encourages and welcomes applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

About the company

IKO is a global leader in the manufacturing and supply of residential shingles, commercial roofing & water proofing products, insulation systems and accessories.

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