Security Analyst Co-op (Winter 2026)

Ontario - Canada

Monthly Salary: CAD 9 - 9

Posted on: 02-11-2025

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Who We Are; What We Do; Where Were Going

Magnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires analyzes and shares evidence from computers smartphones tablets and IoT-related devices. We are continually innovating so our customers can deploy advanced and effective tools to protect their companies communities and countries.

Serving thousands of customers globally our solutions are playing a crucial role in modernizing digital investigations helping investigators fight crime protect assets and guard national security.

With employees based around the world Magnet Forensics has been expanding our global presence. As a part of Magnet Forensics you can expect to make a difference in the world no matter what role you play. Youll be supported through learning and development not to mention an incredible team with unbelievable talent and integrity.

If you think you would be the right person to join our team working towards this goal we would love to hear from you!

YourRole

This position is responsible for maintaining and monitoring the security of the companys network data and computer systems and confirming compliance with applicable Magnet security policies.

This role will help research methods to manage regulatory compliance where required as well as coordinate and perform activities related to compliance audits and responses.

Your Team

- If you stay up at night worried about ransomware and the next big zero-day vulnerability youd fit in well with our team

- If being a core team member implementing SOC2 and ISO excites you rather than scares you we should talk

- We measure our successes in moving items across Kanban boards reducing security risk and achieving our sprint goals

- We dont need to be in an office for most of this work and we dont expect you to be either

- We embrace having offices but being able to work from where we can be most productive as employees and as people

- Our mandate is to help identify and protect the business from risk. We are the team that builds maintains monitors and audits the security policies and tools protecting the companys network data and compute and we are going to need a few more eager and talented individuals to bring their knowledge experience and perspective to our growing security program.

What You Will Accomplish

- Monitor security systems and alerts

- Participate in system and end-user security incident management and response

- Participate in evaluating implementing day-to-day operations of security solutions

- Create and update dashboard of security systems to provide relevant information

- Follow ITIL best practices change/incident/reviews

- Document security systems security procedures and processes

- Research emerging security threats including applicable regulatory security requirements

- Be aware of the companys information security requirements while also reporting all breaches in information security to the Director of IT

What We Are Looking For

Were looking for someone who checks off most but not all of the boxes. Its more important to us to find a candidate who can displayindicators of successthrough skills they have developed and experience they have been a part of than to find folks who have been there done that. We want to be a part of your development journey and well learn as much from you as you learn from us.

There are a few must haves but we will keep that list short:

- Currently pursuing a Bachelors Degree / Diploma in a relevant area of study with a preference for Information Security Computer Science or Computer Engineering

- Previous Security Operations Centre with experience and experience in conducting security investigations

- Strong knowledge of Security Incident Management Vulnerability and Penetration Processes

- Information Security professional designations such as CISSP CISM CISA Security

- Solid understanding of IT including multiple operating systems and system administration skills (Windows MacOS Linux Mobile)

- Strong understanding of Networking Principles and common Internet Protocols

- Understanding of SaaS / Web applications Databases Firewalls VPN EDR MDM Technologies

The Most Important Thing

Were looking for candidates that can provide examples of how they have demonstrated MagnetCODEin their previous experiences:

CARE We care about each other and our mission to make a difference in the world.

OWN We are accountable for our results while never forgetting to act with integrity empathy and respect.

DEDICATE We put our heart and soul into meeting the needs of our customers and helping them serve the people they protect.

EVOLVE We are constantly innovating and exploring new ways to work together to make an impact with our work.

Here at Magnet Forensics we are committed to continuous learning and are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. This commitment will be reflected in our hiring processes and embedded in our values and how we treat one another. If youre interested in this role but do not meet all of the qualifications listed above we encourage you to apply anyways.

Magnet Forensics is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race colour religion sex orientation national origin age disability genetics or any other basis forbidden under federal provincial or local law. We are committed to providing an inclusive accessible recruitment process and work environment. Accommodation is available to all applicants upon request throughout the hiring process. Please contact emailprotectedshould you require any accommodations.

All offers of employment at Magnet are contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check. All background checks will be conducted in accordance with all applicable laws. Magnet will consider each positions job duties among other factors in determining what constitutes satisfactory completion of the background check. Refusal to consent to a background check may be grounds for revoking an offer of employment.

US Applicants: Magnet Forensics participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

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Who We Are; What We Do; Where Were GoingMagnet Forensics is a global leader in the development of digital investigative software that acquires analyzes and shares evidence from computers smartphones tablets and IoT-related devices. We are continually innovating so our customers can deploy advanced a...