Co-op​/Intern Student - Network​/Cybersecurity Software Specialist

Position: Co-op/Intern Student - Network / Cybersecurity Software Specialist (12 or 16 Months)

Summary

We are currently recruiting for a Network / Cyber Security Specialist Co-op Student for a 12 or 16 month term to work with our Industrial Networking & Cybersecurity Team in Calgary. Reporting to the Manager, Lifecycle Services, you will work within a team to assist with design, testing, installation, and ongoing support and troubleshooting of networking hardware and software focused on connectivity and cybersecurity for our customers.

Role and Responsibilities

To assist with the following (training provided):

Support industrial network design activities, technical support for customers

Support hands-on OT cybersecurity red and blue team activities in live industrial environments, including adversary simulation, detection and response, secure remote access, endpoint hardening, vulnerability remediation, and system recovery.

Work with customers’ automation, IT, and OT groups

Assist with the creation of documentation for client use

Work collaboratively with the Industrial Networking & Cybersecurity Team to improve internal processes

Travel to customer sites may be required, however the current expectation is most of the work will be executed from Spartan Controls offices.

Qualifications and Skills

Current Engineering or Engineering Technologist student:
Computer Science, Computer or Electrical Engineering, Information Systems Security or Bachelor of Technology Cybersecurity programs

Demonstrated Customer Service and Sales in an industrial environment an asset

Knowledge of ethernet switches, firewalls, routers

Knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, security policies, and common controls

Knowledge of virtualization systems (VMware and Hyper-V) is an asset

Proficiency in MS Office programs;
Word, Power Point, Excel, Visio

Solid technical problem-solving skills

Strong communication and time management skills

Collaborative team player and strong work principles

Excellent office organizational and operational skills

Detail oriented

Entrepreneurial work ethic

This position has been deemed as Safety Sensitive – successful candidates will be required to pass a pre-employment Alcohol and Drug test.

Spartan recognizes that there are many ways in which candidates develop knowledge, abilities, and competencies throughout their careers. We encourage applications from candidates with a variety of backgrounds and we do consider qualifications and competencies that are equivalent to those specifically mentioned above.

Close Date:
Sunday January 25, 2026 (11:59 pm MST)

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