Network Cybersecurity Co-op Student

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Halifax Stanfield is Atlantic Canada's principal full-service airport, providing passengers and cargo clients with direct access to markets across Canada, the United States, Mexico, the Caribbean Basin, Europe, and Asia. Halifax Stanfield offers Canada Customs services on a 24-hour, seven-days-a-week basis and is the only airport in Atlantic Canada with U.S. preclearance and International to Domestic processing facilities. The airport is a significant economic generator, contributing $4.2 billion annually to the provincial economy. In 2024, Halifax Stanfield served 4 million passengers and processed 26,200 metric tonnes of cargo. A recognized innovator in the global airport industry, Halifax Stanfield was the first airport in North America to offer a self-service baggage drop system for all passengers and is consistently ranked among the best airports in the world.

Launch Your Career in Network & Cybersecurity

Are you a motivated and technically curious student with a strong interest in network infrastructure and cybersecurity? Are you looking to apply your academic knowledge in a real-world, enterprise IT environment while learning from experienced professionals?

Halifax International Airport Authority (HIAA) is committed to developing the next generation of IT and cybersecurity professionals. As a Network & Cybersecurity Co-op Student, you will gain hands-on exposure to enterprise networking, security monitoring, and operational best practices that support a mission-critical transportation environment serving millions of travelers each year.

This role provides a unique opportunity to work in a high-availability, security-focused environment, supporting systems that are essential to airport operations, safety, and resilience.

Why This Co-op is Perfect for You:

• Practical, real-world experience in an enterprise IT and operational technology environment

• Hands-on exposure to enterprise-grade networking and cybersecurity tools

• Mentorship and guidance from senior network engineers and cybersecurity professionals

• Insight into real-world security threats, incident response, and operational risk

• The opportunity to contribute to protecting critical infrastructure in a regulated environment