September 2026 Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Compliance Co op Student

ATCO Group•Calgary, AB

2d•CA$24 - CA$36•Onsite

About The Position

We are looking for an IT/Cybersecurity student to join the Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP) Team. Work term starts in September 2026 for a 12-month period in Calgary. As a CIP Compliance Co‑op Student, you will support the team in maintaining and enhancing ATCO’s compliance with Alberta Reliability Standards (ARS) and NERC CIP requirements. This role provides exposure to cybersecurity, regulatory compliance, audit processes, and operational technology (OT) environments.

Requirements

Must be enrolled in a co-op (or internship) program at a recognized Canadian university.
Currently enrolled in a degree program in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field.
Basic understanding or interest in cybersecurity and compliance concepts.
Familiarity with or interest in critical infrastructure or energy sector.
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
Analytical mindset with the ability to learn and apply new concepts quickly.
Effective written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and within a team environment.

Nice To Haves

Exposure to NERC CIP, ISO 27001, or NIST frameworks
Basic knowledge of networking, SCADA, or industrial systems
Experience with Excel, data tracking, or reporting tools

Responsibilities

Support the development and maintenance of CIP compliance documentation
Assist with evidence collection and organization for audits and regulatory submissions
Help track and maintain compliance activities, controls, and monitoring tasks
Support self-reports, mitigation plans, and issue tracking under guidance
Conduct basic compliance research on evolving AESO and NERC requirements
Assist in risk identification and documentation updates
Contribute to process improvement initiatives and documentation standardization
Support preparation of dashboards, KPIs, and reporting materials
Collaborate with team members across IT, OT, and engineering teams
Participate in audit readiness and continuous improvement activities