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This is a full-time summer internship lasting from May 11,2026, until August 28, 2026.Job SummaryThe Intern, IT Operations & Technology Enablement is responsible for executing activities that support the ChiefInformation Security Office's (CISO) OT Security Architecture team with thedevelopment and review of OT security architectures. The OT SecurityArchitecture team is responsible for developing, establishing and reviewingbest practices for OT security architecture designs, procedures, andpolicies. In addition, the OT Security Architecture team providessupport, consultation, and revision for OT projects.
Major Responsibilities- Assist the OT Security Architecture team on key project deliverables
- Assist with gathering and collating information about security architectures of OT systems
- Provide assistance in gap analysis of security aspects of existing and planned OT systems
- Assist with developing, maintaining and updating OT security architecture diagrams and documentation
- Interface with various system owners and designers to assist with OT security architecture development
- Gather information about possible vendors for engagement on proof of concepts
- Assist with preparing security reviews of draft OT system architectures
- Participate in meetings with OT system stakeholders and system owners, and assist with preparing meetings materials, presentations and minutes
- Update documentation
Requirements- Communicates with impact
- Applies critical thinking
- Demonstrates agility and drives change
- Eagerness to learn with a general understanding and interest in a career in Cybersecurity, Risk Management, and technology best practices as they apply to OT systems
- Experience in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Industrial Process Automation*
- Experience in Operational Technology*
- Experience in Cybersecurity*
Education- Working towards a Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Industrial Process Automation, or equivalent field
*Any experience/education/skills/knowledge for these abovewould be considered as an asset
This position is for students who self-identify as First Nations, Inuit, and/or Métis, the Indigenous peoples of Canada. Through this initiative, CN is taking proactive measures to support the equitable representation of Indigenous peoples within its workforce in accordance with the Employment Equity Act.About CNCN is a premium railroad that sustainably generates value for our customers, shareholders, employees, and stakeholders with an unwavering commitment to safety and service. Essential to the economy, to the customers, and to the communities it serves, CN safely transports more than 300 million tons of natural resources, manufactured products, and finished goods throughout North America every year. CN's network connects Canada's Eastern and Western coasts with the U.S. South through a 20,000-mile rail network. CN and its affiliates have been contributing to community prosperity and sustainable trade since 1919. CN powers the North American economy and is committed to programs supporting social responsibility and environmental stewardship.
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