Intern - Cybersecurity

Halton Region is committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workplace that reflects the communities we serve. We value, welcome and respect the unique perspectives and contributions of all individuals. We encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, persons with disabilities, women, and members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. Accommodations are available at any point upon request for candidates participating in the selection process.

Looking for an exciting job opportunity that will launch your career? Halton Region’s internship program provides a paid one-year professional opportunity that allows you to gain valuable experience and build the skill set you need to build a successful career.

The internship position will be onsite. The opportunity to participate in Halton’s Hybrid work program may be discussed with your supervisor.

Posting ID: 4961
Department: Digital & Information Services
Division: Cyber Security
Compensation: $59,127 + 3 weeks' paid vacation and partial benefits (health & dental) 
Job Type: Intern
Contract Duration: June 2026 to June 2027  
Hours of Work:35 hours per week
Work Location:Halton Regional Centre - 1151 Bronte Road, Oakville 
Employee Group: OCT
Vacancy Status: This posting is for an existing vacancy 
Posting Date: May 27, 2026
Application Deadline: June 3, 2026

To be eligible to apply for an intern position, you must meet the following criteria:

• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• In possession of a Social Insurance Number at time of hire.
• You have graduated or will graduate with a recognized post-secondary degree or diploma, post-graduate certificate or diploma between January 2025 and June 2026.

Job Summary

Reporting to the IT Security Manager, the Cybersecurity Intern will be a working member of the Cybersecurity team. This internship is for candidates who want real exposure to operational cybersecurity, audit readiness, and technical governance—not just theory. You will work directly with security and technology teams to produce, validate, and organize security documentation and audit-ready artifacts across cybersecurity, OT environments, incident response, cloud & operational security domains. Accuracy, clarity, and discipline matter in this role.

Duties & Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain technical and security documentation including procedures, standards, runbooks, and control narratives.
• Review & update existing security documentation for accuracy, completeness, and consistency against defined standards and control requirements.
• Prepare and organize audit-ready artifacts supporting cybersecurity and compliance activities.
• Support documentation and evidence collection for:
  • Cybersecurity controls and safeguards
  • Operational Technology (OT) security practices
  • Incident response processes and exercises (specifically runbooks)
  • Cloud security configurations and controls
• Cross-check documented controls against implemented practices and flag gaps or inconsistencies and/or initiate new documentation and processes in collaboration with other members of the Digital & Information Services department when required.
• Assist in building structured evidence repositories for internal and external audits.
• Help standardize templates and documentation formats across security domains.
• Track document versions, approvals, and review cycles.
• Work with technical teams to translate complex technical processes into clear, structured documentation.
• Support tabletop exercises and incident response documentation updates.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of documentation quality and audit readiness processes.

Skills & Qualifications

Essential

• Currently pursuing a diploma or degree in:
  • Cybersecurity
  • Information Security
  • Computer Science
  • Information Systems
  • Engineering or related technical field
• Strong technical writing and editing skills (experience in technical writing a benefit)
• High attention to detail — able to detect inconsistencies and errors in technical material.
• Comfortable reading and interpreting technical procedures and configurations.
• Strong organizational and documentation discipline
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (especially Visio) tools
• Able to handle sensitive information responsibly.

Preferred

• Coursework or exposure to:
  • Security controls and frameworks
  • Incident response
  • Cloud platforms
  • Industrial / OT environments
  • Technical writing
• Familiarity with control frameworks (e.g., NIST-style controls, ISO-style controls, or similar)
• Experience with documentation, SOP writing, or audit preparation
• Basic understanding of cybersecurity concepts and terminology
• Experience using ticketing or document management systems.

Working/ Employment Conditions

Working Conditions

• Travel may be required; incumbent must provide their own transportation.
• Must be able to perform necessary physical tasks of the position such as lifting of computer equipment (up to potentially 50 pounds).

Employment Conditions

• The successful candidate will be made an offer of employment on condition that the Regional Municipality of Halton receives a current (obtained within the past six (6) months), original and acceptable Criminal Records Check, by the first day of employment.

Important information about your application:

• In accordance with requirements in Ontario Regulation 191/11 – Integrated Accessibility Standards and the Ontario Human Rights Code, Halton Region will accommodate the needs of individuals with disabilities throughout the recruitment process.  If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition representative of the nature of the accommodation(s) you require.  
• Please submit your application online. We will accommodate individual needs for applicants with disabilities and others who are not able to apply online. If you experience any issues with submitting your application, please contact HR Access at Show phone number.   
• Applications will be accepted until 11:59 p.m. on the deadline date specified on the posting.
• We encourage applications from all qualified individuals; however, only those under consideration will be contacted.
• Personal information collected through the job application process will only be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment.
• If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by email and/or phone. Please ensure the contact information provided on your resume is up to date and that you check your email and voicemail regularly.

Halton Region serves more than 650,000 residents throughout Burlington, Halton Hills, Milton and Oakville. We are committed to the delivery of high quality programs and services that make Halton a great place to live and work. We engage great people who contribute to meaningful work that makes a positive difference in our community. As an intern at Halton, you will gain professional growth and development working alongside your mentors. You will be part of a progressive, service-focused and award winning employer. 
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