Student - Information Security

FCT; Oakville; Hybrid; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian title insurance company is seeking responsible individuals for its Information Security team in Ontario. As part of our team, you will assist in security monitoring, risk assessments, and documentation. Successful candidates will be enrolled in an accredited Bachelor’s program and possess excellent communication skills, adaptability, and a passion for cyber security. You will also have the opportunity to contribute to real-life projects and gain practical experience in the field.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits including EFAP and Wellness Essentials

Group retirement savings plan with company match

Paid holidays and generous paid time off

Hybrid work arrangements

Paid volunteer opportunities

Employee recognition programs

Potential for performance-based incentives

Stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s or similar program at an accredited institution.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a business-friendly language.
• Smart, adaptable, innovative, and passionate about cyber security.
• Willingness to learn, adapt and improve systems.
• Ability to write clear instructions, procedures, presentations, and training materials.

Responsibilities

• Assist Information Security activities including security monitoring procedures.
• Document and perform processes related to security monitoring.
• Isolate issues using Security tools and suggest methods of tuning.
• Perform assessments identifying related risks with IT teams.
• Assist with data collection and reporting for PCI and SOC2.
• Conduct initial investigations of escalated security events.
• Write technical articles for internal knowledge base.
• Execute and deliver a group project with co-op peers.

Skills

Effective Communication

Adaptability

Innovative Thinking

Cyber Security Enthusiasm

Education

Enrolled in Bachelor’s program

Job description

Company Summary

Come work for a company that’s committed to the success of each and every employee. A place where innovators and collaborators come together and build on each other’s talents. Where diversity is welcomed and celebrated.

FCT provides industry‑leading title insurance, default solutions and other real‑estate related products and services to legal, lending, valuation and real estate professionals across Canada. With FCT, you will have the opportunity to build a meaningful career. Join us as we continue to do exciting work and make a big impact on our colleagues, customers and communities.

Job Summary

We are continually searching for great talent; individuals who possess a deep commitment to the customers and markets we serve. If you would like to join a company that is committed to the success of each employee and offers challenge, purpose and the opportunity to grow both personally and professionally in a team‑oriented environment, you’ll enjoy a career with us! We understand that fostering a diverse and inclusive environment is critical for the success of our business, and we actively work towards it every day.

This Information Security team is responsible for delivering four key programs.

• Security operations
• BCP/DR
• Audit and compliance response
• Vendor security assessment

HERE’S HOW YOU’LL CONTRIBUTE:

• Assist experienced team members with Information Security activities including security monitoring procedures. Document and perform processes related to security monitoring.
• Isolate issues using the suite of Security tools. Work with other staff to identify appropriate course of remediation and suggest methods of tuning systems accordingly.
• Perform and review results from scheduled assessments identifying related risks. Work with other IT teams to identify resolution plans and follow progress to conclusion.
• Assist with data collection and reporting activities in support of sustainment activities under PCI and SOC2 frameworks.
• Conduct initial investigations of escalated security and network events. Assist in maintaining a library of documented response procedures. Participate in knowledge sharing with other analysts and develop efficient solutions.
• Write technical articles for internal knowledge base.
• Working with your co‑op peers identify, plan, execute and deliver a group project or presentation.

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL BRING:

• Enrolled in a Bachelor’s, or similar program at an accredited institution.
• Ability to communicate effectively in a business‑friendly language across a spectrum of IT, Business, and partners.
• Smart, adaptable, innovative, and passionate about cyber security.
• Willingness to learn, adapt and improve systems.
• Ability to write clear instructions, procedures, presentations, and training materials.

HERE’S WHAT SETS US APART:

Through mentoring, innovative tools, and a variety of programs that engage and reward, we empower each employee to be great and drive results.

• Comprehensive benefits that include Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP) and Wellness Essentials
• Group retirement savings plan with company match
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Hybrid work arrangements
• Paid volunteer opportunities and charitable donation matching
• Employee recognition programs that include referral incentives
• Potential for performance‑based incentives
• The opportunity to participate in our stock purchase plan
• And more!

*As per terms of the employment agreement

The Great Place to Work® Institute has named FCT one of Canada’s Top 50 Best Workplaces, Best Workplaces in Canada for Financial Services & Insurance, Best Workplaces in Canada for Women, Best Workplaces in Canada for Inclusion and Best Workplaces in Canada for Mental Wellness. We’re also one of Achievers 50 Most Engaged Workplaces™ in North America.

By joining us, you will not only be part of an award‑winning organization, you will be part of a workforce that is engaged and empowered to succeed.

Thank you for considering FCT. We look forward to meeting you.

In accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, a request for accommodation will be accepted as part of FCT’s hiring process.

To avoid any delays in the recruitment process, if you require accommodation to apply, please provide your accommodation needs in advance. You may also be required to submit adequate medical/other documentation to Human Resources to support your request for accommodation.

FCT is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an active nondiscrimination program. All recruitment, hiring, placements, transfers, promotions, training, compensation, benefits, discipline, and other terms and conditions of employment will be on the basis of the qualifications of the individual regardless of race, colour, place of origin, ethnic origin, citizenship, handicap (including mental and physical disability), sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, creed (religion), marital status, family status (being in a parent/child relationship), age, or any other basis prohibited by the applicable provincial or federal human rights legislation.