Information Security Coordinator Co-op - Fall 2025
Information Security Coordinator Co-op - Fall 2025
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Job Description
Were building a relationshiporiented bank for the modern world. We need talented passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing whats right for our clients.
At CIBC we embrace your strengths and your ambitions so you are empowered at work. Our team members have what they need to make a meaningful impact and are truly valued for who they are and what they contribute.
To learn more about CIBC please visit
What youll be doing
CIBCs Advanced Threat Detection team is hiring an Information Security Coordinator Coop. As a Coop in this department you will assist with developing and refining cyber threat detection techniques to enhance overall security posture working with other Threat Hunters. The role involves executing threat hunts using established methodologies collaborating on the development of hunt scenarios and communicating findings analyzing security events and logs to identify potential threats and validating detection techniques to improve accuracy. Additionally you will have the opportunity to contribute to the enhancement of detection infrastructure through process improvements and automation.
At CIBC we enable the work environment most optimal for you to thrive in your role. Details on your work arrangement (proportion of onsite and remote work) will be discussed at the time of your interview.
Important
We may ask you to complete an attributebased assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation coding French proficiency MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you all that you have to offer and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.
You must be currently enrolled in postsecondary education and returning to fulltime studies to be eligible. However you do not need to be in a registered CoOp program to be considered for a role.
Recruitment timeline: Applications review May; Interviews May/ June; Offers June/ July
Please include your resume (no more than 2 pages) a cover letter (no more than 1 page) and your most recent unofficial transcript with your application. These should all be uploaded into the Resume section of the application as one pdf document
This is a 4 month coop opportunity.
How youll succeed
Threat Hunting Through the use of various security tools and intelligence feeds you will build detection content identify and assess cyber threats.
Technical Skills You will leverage scripting and automation for continuous improvements and enhancements of threat detection capabilities.
Communication Skills You will package and communicate threats and associated detection techniques to other team members for collaborative problem solving and knowledge sharing.
Organization Skills You will need to have organization and planning skills sufficient to schedule organize and carry out work assignments and independently adjust work schedules accordingly.
Learning agility You have a willingness to learn and a positive attitude. Flexibility and ability to adapt to rapidly changing priorities are an asset.
Who you are
You are drawn to cyber security. You have an interest in the various aspects of cyber security and risk. Youre currently enrolled in a postsecondary Information Security Computer Science Engineering or a related program.
Youre technologically savvy. You seek out innovative solutions and embrace evolving technologies. You can easily adapt to new tools and trends. Experience with automation Python PowerShell and/or Jupyter Notebooks is an asset.
You know that details matter. You notice things that others dont. Your critical thinking skills help to inform your decision making.
You give meaning to data. You enjoy investigating complex problems and making sense of information. You communicate detailed information in a meaningful way.
You enjoy problem solving. You enjoy being presented with problems or issues and working with a team to find innovative solutions.
You have strong organization skills. Your time management skills are strong and you are able to prioritize competing priorities to ensure successful outcomes. Knowledge of Jira or confluence is preferred but not a necessity.
Values matter to you. You bring your real self to work and you live our values trust teamwork and accountability.
What CIBC Offers
At CIBC your goals are a priority. We start with your strengths and ambitions as an employee and strive to create opportunities to tap into your potential.
We work to recognize you in meaningful personalized ways including a competitive compensation a banking benefit* wellbeing support and additional offers such as employee and family assistance programs and MomentMakers our social pointsbased recognition program.
Our spaces and technological toolkit will make it simple to bring together great minds to create innovative solutions that make a difference for our clients.
*Subject to program terms and conditions
What you need to know
CIBC is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and clients feel like they belong. We seek applicants with a wide range of abilities and we provide an accessible candidate experience. If you need accommodation please contact
You need to be legally eligible to work at the location(s) specified above and where applicable must have a valid work or study permit
We may ask you to complete an attributebased assessment and other skills tests (such as simulation coding French proficiency MS Office). Our goal for the application process is to get to know more about you all that you have to offer and give you the opportunity to learn more about us.
Expected End Date
Job Location
Toronto81 Bay 17th FloorEmployment Type
Temporary (Fixed Term)Weekly Hours
37.5Skills
Cybersecurity Information SecurityRequired Experience:
IC
Employment Type
Full-Time
