Cyber Security Co-op Placement
Timeline
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January 15, 2024Experience start
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March 1, 2024Mid Project Check-in
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April 12, 2024Experience end
Timeline
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January 15, 2024Experience start
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March 1, 2024Mid Project Check-in
Student is required to check in periodically with the College Placement Coordinator. Provide an update on the progress of the project and address any questions or concerns.
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April 12, 2024Experience end
Categories
Security (cybersecurity and IT security) Information technology Machine learning Artificial intelligence Cloud technologiesSkills
communication professionalism critical thinking ethical hacking network security incident response threat analysisLooking to elevate your organization, and bring it to the next level? Bring on learners from Loyalist College to be your learner-consultants, in a project-based experience. Learners will work on one main project over the durantion of the semester, connecting with you as needed with virtual communication tools.
Our cybersecurity postgraduate diploma students are equipped with a comprehensive skill set, honed through a rigorous two-year program. They possess hands-on experience in areas such as ethical hacking, network security, incident response, and threat analysis. Partnering with our learners provides companies with a valuable opportunity to integrate fresh, cutting-edge perspectives into their cybersecurity strategies, enhancing overall resilience and preparedness in the ever-evolving landscape of digital threats.
*Deliverables are negotiable, and will seek to align the needs of the learners and the organization.
*Some final project deliverables might include:
- A 10-15 minute presentation on key findings and recommendations
- A detailed report including their research, analysis, insights and recommendations
In fulfilling course requirements, students are required to submit crucial documentation to the College Placement Coordinator. While students are accountable for completing these essential documents, specific sections necessitate validation by the employer/supervisor through signature confirmation.
- Workplace Agreement / Company Project Proposal
- Student Hours Log
- Skills Assessment/Feedback Worksheet
- Student Self-Reflection Report
Project timeline
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January 15, 2024Experience start
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March 1, 2024Mid Project Check-in
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April 12, 2024Experience end
Timeline
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January 15, 2024Experience start
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March 1, 2024Mid Project Check-in
Student is required to check in periodically with the College Placement Coordinator. Provide an update on the progress of the project and address any questions or concerns.
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April 12, 2024Experience end
Project Examples
Learners can work independatly or in groups of 3-5 with your company to identify your needs and provide actionable recommendations, based on their in-depth research and analysis.
Project topics that learners can complete may include, but are not limited to:
- Vulnerability Assessment and Mitigation
- Incident Response Plan Enhancement
- Policy Development and Implementation
- Security Awareness Training Program
- Cybersecurity Risk Assessment
- IT Security Analyst
- Site Reliability Engineer (Basic Projects)
- Cybersecurity Consulting Case Study
- Cloud Platform Security Governance
- Compliance Analyst
Companies must answer the following questions to submit a match request to this experience:
Be available for a quick phone/virtual call with the instructor to initiate your relationship and confirm your scope is an appropriate fit for the experience.
Provide a dedicated contact person who is available for weekly/bi-weekly drop-ins to address learners’ questions as well as periodic messages over the duration of the project.
Provide an opportunity for learners to present their work and receive feedback.
Provide relevant information and/or data as needed for the project.
How is your project relevant to the experience?
Timeline
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January 15, 2024Experience start
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March 1, 2024Mid Project Check-in
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April 12, 2024Experience end
Timeline
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January 15, 2024Experience start
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March 1, 2024Mid Project Check-in
Student is required to check in periodically with the College Placement Coordinator. Provide an update on the progress of the project and address any questions or concerns.
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April 12, 2024Experience end