Verified Security Intern

About the role

Every transaction matters. Every Canadian matters. At Interac, we protect both - driving trust, security, and inclusion, so our digital economy thrives. Founded in 1984, Interac connects Canadians through secure digital payments, advanced identity verification and industry-leading fraud protection. Connecting banks, businesses, and individuals, Interac enables millions to send, receive, and manage money safely and effortlessly every day - across both digital and physical environments. As the backbone of Canada's financial ecosystem, Interac facilitates over 20 million transactions daily, supported by trusted partnerships with government and financial institutions. Consistently ranked as Canada's most reputable financial technology brand, Interac is deeply embedded in the daily lives of Canadians. Who You Will Work With: The Intern will have an opportunity to dive into a world of information security and participate in cyber security activities in a real work environment. The Intern will work with cross functional teams to maintain security posture of the organization, including adherence to Cyber Security Framework and Industry best security practices and cyber regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the Verified portfolio with Security compliance activities
• Managing support tickets, and liaising with internal teams to action those items
• Analysis of security events and alerts
• Analysis of security impact reports
• Automation of false positive analysis and reporting using AI
• Supporting the Governance, Risk and Compliance team which enables Information Security to align information security strategy with the business, drive a risk aware culture, and provide management with objective risk and compliance information on which to base decision-making
• What You Bring:
• You are currently enrolled in a university or college program in a relevant discipline, such as Computer science, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Information Technology, Information Systems, Information Security or similar field
• You are passionate about IT, especially Information Security and want to build a career in InfoSec
• You want to make the world a better place by protecting organizations from cyber threats
• Excellent technical skills and able to help us document some technical processes/technologies in a clear and succinct manner - you enjoy learning about interactions/processes with different technology/tools
• You enjoy investigating complex problems, analysis and making sense of information. You're confident in your ability to communicate detailed information in an impactful way
• Strong problem solving and communication skills, including technical and business writing
• Proficiency in the Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Power Point, Excel)
• Experience with ticketing applications like ServiceNow and Jira
• Familiar with Information Security Control Policies and industry standards
• What We're Offering:
• The hourly pay range for this position is $2 3 to $2 5 , and the internship term runs from September to December 2026 . The exact amount will depend on factors such as skills, experience, and job-related knowledge. An internship opportunity at Interac also features:
• Flexible hybrid work model with monthly intern socials for better work-life balance
• Convenient downtown Toronto office located minutes away from Union Station
• Interac learning bootcamp designed to help you hit the ground running
• Why Join Us?
• At Interac, the impact we make, and the people who drive it, is profound. When you become part of our team, you're joining a purpose-driven organization that's shaping the future of digital finance in Canada. Here's what you can expect:
• Investing in the Future - Help us unlock digital prosperity for all Canadians.
• Innovative Thinking - Collaborate on products, practices, and platforms that redefine what's possible.
• Inclusive Culture - Be empowered to bring your whole self to work and realize your full potential.
• Inspiring Community - Work in an ecosystem where we lift each other up and rise together.
• Intentional Support - Enjoy flexible, supportive offerings that prioritize your total wellness.
• Additional Pre-Employment Requirements:
• Equal Opportunity Employer

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