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Cybersecurity Specialist Internship Opportunity: Empower Emerging Talent with Real-World Experience (May 2025)

Open Closing on May 3, 2025 / 1 spot left
Herzing College Ottawa
Herzing College Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Chantelle Ducolon
Chantelle Ducolon
Director of Career Services
(3)
5
Timeline
  • May 5, 2025
    Experience start
  • June 6, 2025
    Experience end
Experience
1/2 project matches
Dates set by experience
Preferred companies
Anywhere
Any company type
It & computing, Technology

Experience scope

Categories
Security (cybersecurity and IT security) Information technology Data analysis Cloud technologies
Skills
security strategies cyber security constructive feedback research
Learner goals and capabilities

Herzing College invites employers to engage with Cybersecurity Specialist students through a dynamic internship program. This initiative aims to enhance students' practical skills while offering valuable contributions to your organization. Our learners are equipped with foundational knowledge in cybersecurity and are eager to apply their skills to real-world challenges.


Students are prepared to:

  • Analyze and assess security risks
  • Develop and implement security strategies
  • Research and resolve complex security issues

As an employer, your role includes:

  • Providing regular guidance and feedback
  • Ensuring the students have the necessary information and resources
  • Conducting a Weekly online inquiry session for questions/ topic support
  • Offering constructive feedback through the Riipen platform


Learners

Learners
Diploma
Beginner, Intermediate levels
6 learners
Project
100 hours per learner
Educators assign learners to projects
Individual projects
Expected outcomes and deliverables

At the end of this collaboration, you will receive:

  • Final Report: A detailed report from students highlighting their findings and recommendations.
  • Timecards: An electronic link to the student's timecard will be sent & requires verification from the host.
  • Assessment: An electronic link for a student evaluation that focuses on skills, employability, attitude, behaviour, and accomplishments will be sent & requires completion from the host.


Project timeline
  • May 5, 2025
    Experience start
  • June 6, 2025
    Experience end

Project Examples

Requirements

This Experience is ideal for projects that focus on practical cybersecurity challenges and solutions. Here are some examples:

  1. Developing Security and Privacy Strategies: Collaborate on creating comprehensive security policies and procedures for data protection.
  2. Risk Assessment: Analyze the potential risks associated with specific systems and propose mitigation strategies.
  3. Complex Security Issue Resolution: Research and address intricate security issues within your organization’s infrastructure.
  4. Solution Proposals: Recommend actionable solutions to identified security risks and vulnerabilities.
  5. Historical Security Problem Analysis: Evaluate past security incidents to identify lessons learned and suggest improvements.


Additional company criteria

Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:

  • Q1 - Text short
    Is there a designated technical administrator or mentor who will oversee the project and provide guidance to students throughout the internship?  *
  • Q2 - Text short
    Will students require access to specific software, platforms, or technical resources to complete the project? If yes, can these resources be set up before the internship begins to ensure a smooth start?  *
  • Q3 - Text short
    Can the Project Administrator commit to participating in [bi-weekly] check-ins and responding to periodic inquiries/ emails throughout the project?  *
  • Q4 - Text short
    What specific resources, mentorship, or training will your organization provide to help students successfully complete the project?  *
  • Q5 - Text short
    Would you be available for a brief call to discuss the project scope and confirm its suitability for the internship experience?  *