OLG
Cybersecurity Student
OLGCanada19 hours ago
Full-timeInformation Technology
Job Description

Location: Sault Ste. Marie or Toronto

Duration: Summer (May – August 2026)

Type: Student Full Time

Range: $18.50 - $28.50

We are ready to take this game to the next level and need someone passionate to contribute to security service delivery by supporting day-to-day security operations, assisting with project security reviews, and providing guidance on secure adoption of new or changing technologies.

YOUR ROLE IN THE GAME

Reporting to the Director, Cybersecurity Operations>, you will be empowered to:

  • Maintain awareness of current and emerging cybersecurity technologies, threats, and defensive techniques, including cloud security, identity protection, and endpoint security.
  • Research, document, and help promote awareness of security trends, threat landscapes, and best practices, with a focus on how they impact enterprise and cloud-based environments.
  • Assist in supporting and maintaining the organization’s cybersecurity strategy, governance framework, policies, procedures, and security standards.
  • Collaborate with business and technical partners to improve overall understanding of cybersecurity risks and controls.
  • Assist with basic security monitoring tasks like reviewing low‑risk alerts, learning how to identify false positives, and helping analysts document observations.
  • Support cybersecurity documentation and research by updating procedures, gathering information on emerging threats, and summarizing security best practices for the team.
  • Help with administrative and operational tasks such as organizing security logs, maintaining inventory or access lists, and assisting with governance or compliance activities

What You Bring To The Game

  • Currently enrolled in a post-secondary program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
  • Foundational knowledge or hands-on experience in IT or cybersecurity domains
  • Familiarity with security analytics, monitoring, or reporting tools (e.g., SIEM concepts, dashboards, logs, alerts, or security metrics) is an asset.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical security concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, security-focused environment.
  • Demonstrated self-motivation, curiosity, and a passion for learning new cybersecurity tools, techniques, and technologies.
  • AGCO Category 2 Gaming Assistant Registration (initiated at the offer stage; continued employment is conditional upon obtaining and maintaining this license).

Benefits Of Joining The Winning Team

  • Growth Focus: Become your best self with access to new opportunities and personalized support programs.
  • Comprehensive Learning: 24/7 access to robust online learning programs.
  • Equity, diversity, and inclusion: Core to OLG’s culture, empowering employees to bring their authentic selves and make a meaningful impact across Ontario.

To learn more about our organization and other opportunities visit our career site.

Application Instructions

If you are in a registered co-op program, please apply through this job posting by the deadline AND notify your Co-op Program Office, as required.

If you are not in a registered co-op program or we have not posted at your school, please apply through this job posting by the deadline.

Application Deadline: April 1, 2026.

Please Note: Unless otherwise specified, all positions are required to work fully onsite.

OLG is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act. Please contact Human Resources at [email protected] if you require accommodation at any time throughout the hire process.

We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and experiences. If you bring relevant skills and a willingness to learn, we encourage you to apply—even if you don’t meet every listed qualification. We sincerely appreciate your interest; while we are unable to contact everyone, those selected for the next steps will be notified.

We thank you for your interest in this opportunity; however only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.

Personal information is collected by the Ontario Lottery & Gaming Corporation (OLG) and/or its third party service provider(s) under the authority of the Ontario Lottery and Gaming Corporation Act, 1999, SO 1999, c 12, Sch L and the Employment Standards Act, 2000, S.O. 2000, c. 41 (as amended) and will be used for the purpose of determining qualifications for employment with OLG and for recruitment modernization initiatives. The information will be managed in accordance with all applicable laws, OLG’s Protection of Privacy Policy (the Policy) and related policies and procedures. For any questions about this collection, please contact [email protected], 800-70 Foster Drive, Sault Ste. Marie, ON, P6A 6V2.

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