Cybersecurity Analyst - Student

Alberta Innovates is seeking a Cybersecurity Analyst - Student to support work that advances research, innovation, and technology development in Alberta.
If you are looking for work that goes beyond a job description, Alberta Innovates/InnoTech Alberta offers the chance to contribute to research and innovation that has real impact.
Employment Status: Temporary Casual - 4 months
Location: Edmonton | Work Model: On-site
The Opportunity
The Summer Student supports Alberta Innovates’ cybersecurity, disaster recovery, and digital risk management initiatives by bridging business needs with technology, security, and resilience considerations. This role provides hands-on experience analyzing business processes, identifying cybersecurity and continuity risks, and supporting the development of secure, resilient, and compliant solutions across innovation programs and internal operations.
Working closely with cybersecurity, IT, and business stakeholders, the student will assist in gathering and documenting requirements, assessing current-state processes, and contributing to cybersecurity risk assessments, disaster recovery planning, and business continuity documentation. The role offers exposure to real-world cybersecurity governance, risk management, disaster recovery (DR), and business continuity management (BCM) practices within a public-sector innovation organization.
Key Responsibilities
The successful candidate will be responsible for duties that will include:
Outcome 1: Security Operations Alert Triage

• Monitor and review incoming security alerts.
• Analyze alert details for severity and impact.
• Gather supporting log data.
• Escalate confirmed or suspicious alerts.
• Document analysis steps and findings.
• Assist in tuning alert rules.
• Follow predefined response procedures.
• Contribute to workflow improvements.

Outcome 2: Disaster Recovery Planning

• Assist in documenting DR procedures.
• Support review and maintenance of DR plans.
• Participate in business-impact and risk assessments.
• Help coordinate DR testing.
• Track remediation actions.
• Maintain DR documentation repositories.
• Support identification of critical systems.
• Assist with reporting on DR readiness.

Outcome 3: Business Analysis Requirements Gathering

• Engage stakeholders to understand needs.
• Document business processes and requirements.
• Translate needs into actionable requirements.
• Facilitate requirements workshops.
• Analyze workflows for improvement.
• Gather feedback to refine requirements.
• Support creation of business cases.
• Prepare and present requirement summaries.

Required
Qualifications and Skills
Enrolled in a Business Analysis diploma and plans to complete Cybersecurity Certificate/Diploma
Preferred
Education: Business Analysis Diploma (in progress)
SME Requirement: Strong interest in cybersecurity
Certifications: CompTIA certifications in progress
What We Offer
Alberta Innovates Offers a Total Rewards Package Designed To Support Both Professional Growth And Personal Wellbeing. Depending On Employment Status, This May Include

• Competitive compensation aligned with internal classification and pay bands
• Comprehensive benefits, including health and dental coverage and pension benefits
• Vacation starting at three weeks, plus paid time-off programs that support balance
• Opportunities for learning and professional development
• A respectful, inclusive work environment that values collaboration and diverse perspectives
• Flexible work arrangements, where operationally feasible

(Benefits do not apply to casual roles.)
You will work in a professional, collaborative environment where accountability, curiosity, and continuous improvement are valued, and where your work supports outcomes that matter to Albertans.
How to Apply
Interested And Qualified Applicants Are Encouraged To Submit

• A cover letter
• A resume
• Any additional supporting documents that demonstrate suitability for the role

Applications must be submitted by March 31, 2026.
The successful candidate will be required to undergo a security clearance and provide credible references.
Privacy Statement
The personal information collected in the application process is for recruitment and hiring purposes only. This collection is authorized under section 4(c) of the Protection of Privacy Act.
Employment Equity
Alberta Innovates is committed to the principle of equity in employment and encourages applications from all qualified individuals. We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.