Cyber Threat Hunter Intern

Job Description

What is the opportunity?

Do you enjoy cyber security research and innovation, proactive thinking and problem solving, in a challenging and adaptive environment while constantly thinking outside of the box? If so, this opportunity is right for you!

RBC’s Threat Hunting Team is responsible for the proactive identification and detection of sophisticated threat actors and insider threats that might pose a risk to the organization and employees. We are a team of experienced and enthusiastic security experts, researchers, and innovators that are passionate about solving complex cyber security problems, developing novel solutions, and building prototypes in areas where security vendors are one step behind. We engineer tailor-made detections that will reduce risk to our organization, employees, and clients.

We’re looking for a 12-month Cyber Threat Hunter Intern who is constantly thinking outside the box, ready to dive deep into the smallest details, is passionate about cybersecurity and has a natural detective sense. The right candidate has experience in both offensive and defensive operations and enjoys innovation and security research.

We’re excited to offer this opportunity to participants of York University’s Digital Technologies BASc program with the potential for contract renewal. Ready to join our Threat Hunting Team? Submit your application today!

What will you do?

  • You will be involved in the process of detection engineering to address complex cyber threats in the environment using multiple data sources.
  • Develop anomaly detections capabilities based on top cyber security risks.
  • Research and develop alerting mechanisms addressing some of the most recent threats created by APT groups threat actors, and malware developers.
  • You will be collaborating with Data Scientists on development of User Behavioral Analytics models and serve as a cyber security SME.
  • Work closely with multiple teams including Adversary Emulation (Red Team), Data Science, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Security Operation Center (SOC) and Digital Forensics and Incident Response (IR).
  • Work with Frontier AI models, Python to develop detection capabilities, malware analysis and reverse engineering.
  • Analyze malicious malware samples and create detections based on the MITRE ATT&CK framework and TTPs.
What do you need to succeed?

Must-have

  • Knowledge of programming and scripting languages such as Python, SQL, JS.
  • Knowledge of the Kill Chain phases and MITRE ATT&CK framework TTPs.
  • Knowledge of data lake solution and query such as Splunk/Elasticsearch.
  • Knowledge of cyber security controls/products including both endpoint and infrastructure.
Nice-to-have
  • Understanding of computing architecture, OS Internals and CPU architectures.
  • Hands-on experience in both malware analysis and reverse engineering domains.
  • Experience working for a cyber security team or security vendor.
  • Programming languages such as C++/C#/Javascript/Assembly.
  • Digital Forensics skills including memory/network/OS/disk forensics.
What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

  • Network and build lasting relationships with students from diverse backgrounds from across Canada.
  • Participate in fun events and gamification challenges to help build your career tool kit while enjoying a work-life balance.
  • Leaders who support your development through coaching and learning opportunities.
  • Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive and highly performing team.
  • Ability to make a difference and lasting impact.
  • Enjoy a comfortable work environment with the option to dress casually.
Job Skills

Active Learning, Adaptability, Communication, Creativity, Interpersonal Relationships, Listening Effectively, Personal Development, Personal Initiative, TeamworkAdditional Job Details

Address:

16 YORK ST:TORONTOCity:

TorontoCountry:

CanadaWork hours/week:

37.5Employment Type:

Full timePlatform:

TECHNOLOGY AND OPERATIONSJob Type:

Student/Coop (Fixed Term)Pay Type:

SalariedPosted Date:

2026-06-16Application Deadline:

2026-07-24Note: Applications will be accepted until 11:59 PM on the day prior to the application deadline date above

Our Employment Opportunities

At

Back to blog

Other Jobs To Apply

No other job posts for this day.

Common Interview Questions And Answers

1. HOW DO YOU PLAN YOUR DAY?

This is what this question poses: When do you focus and start working seriously? What are the hours you work optimally? Are you a night owl? A morning bird? Remote teams can be made up of people working on different shifts and around the world, so you won't necessarily be stuck in the 9-5 schedule if it's not for you...

2. HOW DO YOU USE THE DIFFERENT COMMUNICATION TOOLS IN DIFFERENT SITUATIONS?

When you're working on a remote team, there's no way to chat in the hallway between meetings or catch up on the latest project during an office carpool. Therefore, virtual communication will be absolutely essential to get your work done...

3. WHAT IS "WORKING REMOTE" REALLY FOR YOU?

Many people want to work remotely because of the flexibility it allows. You can work anywhere and at any time of the day...

4. WHAT DO YOU NEED IN YOUR PHYSICAL WORKSPACE TO SUCCEED IN YOUR WORK?

With this question, companies are looking to see what equipment they may need to provide you with and to verify how aware you are of what remote working could mean for you physically and logistically...

5. HOW DO YOU PROCESS INFORMATION?

Several years ago, I was working in a team to plan a big event. My supervisor made us all work as a team before the big day. One of our activities has been to find out how each of us processes information...

6. HOW DO YOU MANAGE THE CALENDAR AND THE PROGRAM? WHICH APPLICATIONS / SYSTEM DO YOU USE?

Or you may receive even more specific questions, such as: What's on your calendar? Do you plan blocks of time to do certain types of work? Do you have an open calendar that everyone can see?...

7. HOW DO YOU ORGANIZE FILES, LINKS, AND TABS ON YOUR COMPUTER?

Just like your schedule, how you track files and other information is very important. After all, everything is digital!...

8. HOW TO PRIORITIZE WORK?

The day I watched Marie Forleo's film separating the important from the urgent, my life changed. Not all remote jobs start fast, but most of them are...

9. HOW DO YOU PREPARE FOR A MEETING AND PREPARE A MEETING? WHAT DO YOU SEE HAPPENING DURING THE MEETING?

Just as communication is essential when working remotely, so is organization. Because you won't have those opportunities in the elevator or a casual conversation in the lunchroom, you should take advantage of the little time you have in a video or phone conference...

10. HOW DO YOU USE TECHNOLOGY ON A DAILY BASIS, IN YOUR WORK AND FOR YOUR PLEASURE?

This is a great question because it shows your comfort level with technology, which is very important for a remote worker because you will be working with technology over time...