September 2026 Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Compliance Co op Student

Your potential is here!

What We Offer:

• A culture based on caring integrity agility collaboration safety and belonging
• Salary increases every semester plus 6% vacation pay
• Opportunities to give back through ATCOs EPIC Program and team events
• & Wellness Program
• So much more!

Your career journey atATCOhas the potential tobe full of new experiences inspiring challenges and growth without boundaries. Set your sights on how you want to grow and develop andwellbe right there to support you along the way.

We are looking for an IT/Cybersecurity student to join the Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Team. Work term starts inSeptember2026fora 12-monthperiod in Calgary. As a CIP Compliance Coop Student you will support the team in maintaining and enhancing ATCOs compliance with Alberta Reliability Standards (ARS) and NERC CIP requirements. This role provides exposure to cybersecurity regulatory compliance audit processes and operational technology (OT) environments.

To apply:

Please indicate on your resume how many months you are available for and that you are applying for the September 2026 Co-op Term. Include your most recent transcript in your application.

Whoyou are:

• Mustbe enrolled in aco-op (or internship) program at a recognized Canadian university.

• Currently enrolled in a degree program in Cybersecurity Computer Science Information Systems Engineering or related field.

• Basic understanding or interest in cybersecurity and compliance concepts.

• Familiarity with or interest in critical infrastructure or energy sector.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.

• Analytical mindset with the ability to learn and apply new concepts quickly.

• Effective written and verbal communication skills.

• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Nice to Have (Not Required)

• Exposure to NERC CIP ISO 27001 or NIST frameworks
• Basic knowledge of networking SCADA or industrial systems
• Experience with Excel data tracking or reporting tools

What You Get to Do:

• Support the development and maintenance of CIP compliance documentation

• Assist with evidence collection and organization for audits and regulatory submissions

• Help track and maintain compliance activities controls and monitoring tasks

• Support self-reports mitigation plans and issue tracking under guidance

• Conduct basic compliance research on evolving AESO and NERC requirements

• Assist in risk identification and documentation updates

• Contribute to process improvement initiatives and documentation standardization

• Support preparation of dashboards KPIs and reporting materials

• Collaborate with team members across IT OT and engineering teams

• Participate in audit readiness and continuous improvement activities

What Youll Gain

• Practical experience in CIP compliance and cybersecurity operations
• Exposure to regulatory audits and real-world compliance processes
• Mentorship from experienced CIP and cybersecurity professionals
• Insight into utility operations and critical infrastructure protection
• Opportunity to contribute to meaningful work that supports grid reliability
  

Please note that only those selected for interviews will be contacted.

Canadian Utilities Limited is part of ATCO Ltd. With approximately 6000 employees and assets of$23 billion ATCO is a diversified global holding corporation with investments in Structures & Logistics (workforce housing innovative modular facilities construction site support services and logistics and operations management) Energy Infrastructure (electricity generation transmission and distribution; natural gas transmission distribution and infrastructure development; energy storage and industrial water solutions; and electricity and natural gas retail sales) Transportation (ports and transportation logistics) and Commercial Real Estate. More information can be found at . ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status veteran status sexual orientation genderidentityor any other characteristic protected by law.

ATCO is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex national origin disability status veteran status sexual orientation genderidentityor any other characteristic protected by law.