Cybersecurity Intern (Summer 2026)

About UsA career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.Toronto, Ontario, Canada (Hybrid)Job Title: Cybersecurity Intern (Summer 2026)Rail Pass Type: Internship/Co-op (Full-time/Hybrid)  Departure and Arrival Date (Start -End): May 2026 – December 2026, April 2027, or August 2027 (8/12/16months)Vacancies: 2Location: 100 Consilium Place, Scarborough, ON M1H 3E3 Work hours/week: 40 Pay Details: $23-$30 CAD per hourStations on Your Journey:   Welcome and Onboarding Station   Intern Orientation  Online Onboarding Curriculum  Buddy Program for mentorship and guidance  Hands-On Work Station  Real-world projects with top industry talent  Paid internship + paid vacation  Hybrid work model  A chance to build your career with a global leader driving digital transformation and innovation that helps support sustainable future Networking Station   “Ask Me Anything” with the Executive Committee  Employee Resource Groups (ERGs)  Social Intern Events: Coffee Breaks, Onsite/Offsite events Business Intern Events: Intern Showcase & Graduation ceremony Company Social Events:   Holiday Party, Employee BBQs, Golf tournament, etc. About This Opportunity The Cybersecurity Intern contributes to execution of Cybersecurity activities as defined by Project Cybersecurity Manager. The Intern contributes to ensuring consistency of project solutions that are cyber secure by design. That is, according to defined cyber security policy, technical roadmap, and Customer requirements/needs. Coordinates Cybersecurity related reviews, consultation, and guidance for all project cybersecurity activities contributing to project adherence to Hitachi Rail, Signalling and Rail Solutions (SRS) customer cybersecurity requirements. They will also draft, coordinate, and in some cases contribute to execution of, the cybersecurity activities (security management plans, requirements, risk assessments, vulnerability assessments, etc.).Key Accountabilities   Execute the cybersecurity process that includes describing the security activities in the project/product development lifecycle including plans, requirements, design, risk assessment, testing, vulnerability management, etc. according to the established cybersecurity processContribute to maintaining awareness of and as required propose incorporation of adopted industry standards and methodologies for cybersecurity assessment and project developmentAligns to, leverages from and contributes to the Ground Transportation Systems Cyber Security guidelinesCoordinate provisioning of specialty engineering in the form of consultation services for project and product, and contribute to execution of risk assessments, and technical vulnerability assessmentsSeek guidance from Project Cybersecurity Manager, or Cybersecurity Authority, on use of industry standards, and following Hitachi Rail group processes and policiesKey Requirements The successful candidate should be working towards a bachelor’s or master’s degree from an accredited university or college in Engineering, Computer Science or related fieldsFamiliarity with cybersecurity architecture, design, risk assessment and developmentUnderstanding of project and software development lifecycle, gates and process orientedGood communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively and succinctly with peers about complex technical mattersExcellent writing skills, experience writing papers, and technical documentationAbility to work a 40-hour work week throughout the internship, following a hybrid work model with at least two days per week in the office.Preferred Qualifications Co-op student available for an 8–16 month term, with at least one additional quarter or semester of coursework remaining after the completion of the internship.Familiarity with security standards: ISO 27001/2, NIST SP 800 series, IEC 62443Cyber Security-related certification is a plusPrior Product development, industrial engineering and industrial control systems experience is preferredReady to Begin Your Journey?   Tap your ticket and apply today. Line Status: Open until filled This posting relates to an existing vacancy. Our hiring process uses both human and technology‑assisted (AI) tools to support candidate screening and assessment. All results are reviewed by people, and all hiring decisions are made by people. Thank you for your interest in Hitachi Rail. If your application is of interest, we will be in contact. Please do not hesitate to discover more about us and our latest jobs at Hitachi Rail, there is a place for everyone. We welcome and value differences in background, age, gender, sexuality, family status, disability, race, nationality, ethnicity, religion, and world view. It is our commitment to create an inclusive environment - we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.We would be delighted if you would be one of our followers at

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