Cyber Security Student

Job summary

Assist with assessing and improving the security of custom web applications and related infrastructure by reviewing configurations, supporting network security checks, monitoring for vulnerabilities, and documenting findings. Collaborate with developers and other team members to promote secure practices, contribute to security documentation, and discuss risk mitigation and data protection.

Job details

Company Description BIZMYZE builds custom operating systems for service businesses such as agencies, clinics, gyms, and other service providers. The company replaces multiple SaaS tools with a single web application tailored to how each business actually operates. Clients receive a one-time build with a fixed written quote and retain ownership of their code, data, and intellectual property. BIZMYZE is based in Toronto, Ontario and focuses on creating efficient, streamlined solutions that help service businesses manage their operations more effectively. Role Description This is a part-time remote role for a Cyber Security Student at BIZMYZE. The role involves assisting in the assessment and improvement of security for custom web applications and related infrastructure. Day-to-day tasks may include reviewing system configurations, supporting basic network security checks, monitoring for potential vulnerabilities, and documenting findings. The Cyber Security Student will collaborate with developers and other team members to help implement secure practices, contribute to security-related documentation, and participate in internal discussions on risk mitigation and data protection. Qualifications Candidate should possess foundational cybersecurity and cyber knowledge, with an interest in secure web application and system design. Candidate should possess strong analytical skills for identifying security risks, interpreting technical information, and proposing improvements. Candidate should possess network security awareness, including basic understanding of firewalls, encryption, and secure communication protocols. Candidate should possess clear communication skills for documenting security findings and collaborating with technical and non-technical team members. Currently enrolled in or recently completed a program in Cyber Security, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. Familiarity with common security frameworks, best practices, and tools (e.g., vulnerability scanners, log analysis) is beneficial. Ability to work independently in a remote environment, manage time effectively, and handle multiple tasks in a part-time schedule. Interest in service business operations and learning how security integrates with product development and data privacy.

What you’ll do

Assist with assessing and improving the security of custom web applications and related infrastructure by reviewing configurations, supporting network security checks, monitoring for vulnerabilities, and documenting findings. Collaborate with developers and other team members to promote secure practices, contribute to security documentation, and discuss risk mitigation and data protection.

Requirements

Candidates should have foundational cybersecurity knowledge, analytical and communication skills, and a basic understanding of network security concepts such as firewalls, encryption, and secure communication protocols. They should be enrolled in or have recently completed a relevant program, and be able to work independently and manage tasks in a part-time remote role; familiarity with security frameworks, best practices, and tools is beneficial.

Listed skills

• Time management · Preferred
• System security · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Cybersecurity
• Web Application Security
• System Security
• Network Security
• Risk Assessment
• Vulnerability Monitoring
• Security Configuration Review
• Firewalls
• Encryption
• Secure Communication Protocols
• Security Documentation
• Data Protection
• Analytical Skills
• Communication
• Log Analysis
• Time Management

Job areas

• Security & Safety
• Technology
• Software