Skills

Python SQL Data Governance Data Engineering Architecture Programming Organization AWS Business Management Analytics Artificial Intelligence

Job Specifications

Our student and new graduate programs offer a chance to explore Sun Life from the inside. You’ll make a difference in the lives of our customers and communities, while building the skills and experience that allow you to grow in a meaningful and rewarding way.

Job Description

Length of term: 4 months (Summer 2026)

HYBRID/REMOTE

This co-op opportunity is voluntarily in person, remote or hybrid. If you decide remote or hybrid, you will be required to work within the province. Remote work outside of the province will not be a possibility.

This role will provide support Security Analytics team. Focus for this role will be to learn and support AWS infrastructure, data governance including data quality to find anomalies and malicious activities.

What will you do?

The Junior Security Analyst’s (co-op) main accountabilities include, but are not limited to:

Data Governance Support– Support in maintaining the health of Security Analytics AWS environment by finding ways to enhance the data quality and documentation of tables, processes and procedures.
Data Engineering Support – Support and drive data tagging on historical data to support various data and analytics use cases and proof of concepts
POCs – Provide support on POCs of new technology on cloud and tools that can bring speed to Data Engineering and Data pipelines. Minimal code to no code concepts
Collaboration – Work collaboratively with multiple technology teams within security, data & analytics, cloud and architecture teams to outline initiatives and project outcomes.

What do you need to succeed?

Currently enrolled in a post-secondary or equivalent degree with a focus (i.e. major) on one of the following:
Computer Science with supporting education or experience in business management.
Business Management, with supporting education or experience in Computer Science or Engineering.
Programming with SQL and/or Python. Any knowledge of AWS technologies such as Glue, RedShift, Lambda, EC2 etc is a BIG Plus
Excellent MS Excel and PowerPoint skills for data manipulation, charts and presentations.
Knowledge in database technologies and programming languages
A demonstrated interest in cyber security.
Confidence of positioning thoughts with seasoned team members

What is in it for you?

A friendly, collaborative, and inclusive culture where you’re an innovator and trusted partner
An environment of continuous learning and improvement

The Base Pay range is for the primary location for which the job is posted for. The Base Pay which you will be considered for will vary depending on the Campus program you are selected for.

Eligible Sun Life employees for various Campus Graduate programs will also participate in various incentive plans, payment under which is discretionary and subject to individual and company performance

Diversity and inclusion have always been at the core of our values at Sun Life. A diverse workforce with wide perspectives and creative ideas benefits our Clients, the communities where we operate and all of us as colleagues. We welcome applications from qualified individuals from all backgrounds.

Persons with disabilities who need accommodation in the application process, or those needing job postings in an alternative format, may e-mail a request to thebrightside@sunlife.com.

We are proud to be a hybrid organization that offers our employees the choice and flexibility to work from both the office and virtually based on the needs of the business, our Clients and you! Several flexible work options are available and can be discussed throughout the selection process depending on the role requirements and individual needs.

We may use artificial intelligence to support candidate sourcing, screening, interview scheduling.

We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Job Category

Temporary Employee

Posting End Date

03/02/2026

About the Company

Sun Life is a leading financial services organization dedicated to helping people achieve lifetime financial security and live healthier lives. We provide a wide range of insurance and investment products and services in key markets around the world including Canada, the United States, the United Kingdom, Hong Kong, the Philippines and Indonesia. At Sun Life, we have more than 34,000 employees and 112,900 advisors worldwide. Websites: Canada www.sunlife.ca/en/ US www.sunlife.com/us/en/ Vietnam www.sunlife.com.vn Hong Kong ... Know more