Graduate Technology Leadership Program (GTLP) - Cybersecurity Applications Stream
Vancouver, BC, CA Edmonton, AB, CA Ottawa, ON, CA Toronto, ON, CA Calgary, AB, CA Montréal, QC, CA
Description
TELUS’ Graduate Technology Leadership Program
Are you a new grad (or soon-to-be new grad) from an engineering, computer science or applied science post-secondary program looking to launch your career with one of Canada’s leading technology companies?
The GTLP is a one-of-a-kind career development program focused on personal growth and technical development, providing exposure to a breadth of technology to grow your career as we build the next generation of leaders at TELUS.
Visit our Linkedin and Instagram (@telusgtlp) to learn about new grad life at TELUS!
This posting is specifically for the Cybersecurity Applications stream of the Graduate
Technology Leadership Program. The Graduate Technology Leadership Program has three separate postings (Next Gen Networking Services, Cybersecurity Applications and Software & AI Solutions.). We highly recommend applying only to the single stream you are most interested in and where your skills and experience are a strong fit.
What you'll work on in the Cybersecurity Applications Stream:
As part of the GTLP, you will complete 9-month rotations across 3 different teams to help you develop technical expertise and leadership skills. Rotations are designed to promote accelerated development. Once your first rotation is complete, there is an opportunity to move within other streams (Next Gen Networking Services and Software & AI Solutions).
Your focus on this stream will be one or more of the following:
- Contribute to the design, implementation, and management of security controls and architectures that protect TELUS' critical assets, networks, and customer data
- Engage in threat intelligence, security monitoring, and incident response activities to maintain a proactive security posture.
- Implement and automate security practices within CI/CD pipelines (DevSecOps) to ensure security is embedded from the start of the development lifecycle.
- Assess vulnerabilities and risks across various technology domains, including cloud platforms, enterprise networks, and applications
- Leverage security information and event management (SIEM) tools, endpoint detection and response (EDR), and other advanced security technologies.
In this stream, you will gain hands-on experience with modern tools and technologies essential for a world-class tech company. This may include building skills in one or some combination of the following area:
- Security Infrastructure & Operations: Hands-on work with firewalls and advanced appliances as well as intrusion detection/prevention systems (IDS/IPS)
- Threat Detection & Incident Response: Utilizing Next-Generation SIEM and SOAR platforms (e.g., Splunk, LogRhythm, ArcSight, Azure Sentinel, xSOAR) to monitor threats, managing lifecycle vulnerabilities, and performing digital forensics and malware analysis.
- Cloud Security: Implementing security principles across major hyperscalers (GCP, AWS, Azure), utilizing tools for Cloud Security Posture Management (CSPM) and Cloud Workload Protection Platforms (CWPP) to secure containerized and serverless environments.
- Automation & Scripting: Leveraging Python, Ansible, and Terraform to automate security playbooks, firewall changes, and infrastructure provisioning
- DevSecOps & Application Security: Integrating security into CI/CD pipelines using tools like Jenkins, GitHub, and GitLab; conducting vulnerability management, web application testing, and ethical hacking (penetration testing)
- Governance, Risk & Fraud Analytics: Engaging in threat modelling, fraud mitigation using AI/ML models, and compliance management for standards
Rotation assignments will be based on your strengths and future career interests, combined with strategic business needs.Check out our website to learn more about our streams: https://www.telus.com/en/about/careers/graduate-technology-leadership-program
Qualifications
Required Education & Experience:
- You must be a recent grad within one year or be expecting to graduate by August 2026 with a Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical degree
- Minimum 4-12 months of relevant professional work, internship or co-op experience in a technical environment.
Required Skills & Abilities:
Leadership & Initiative:
- Demonstrated leadership potential through academic projects, community involvement, extracurricular activities, or volunteer work
- Takes ownership and initiative in approaching challenges and driving results
Technical Foundation:
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, Java, JavaScript, C++, etc.)
- Solid understanding of software development fundamentals and best practices
Learning Agility:
- Strong aptitude for rapidly acquiring new programming languages, frameworks, and technologies
- Adaptable and comfortable working with unfamiliar tools and evolving technical landscapes
Communication & Collaboration:
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills with ability to convey technical concepts clearly
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to collaborate effectively in team environments
Problem-Solving & Analysis:
- Advanced analytical thinking and systematic approach to solving complex problems
- Ability to break down ambiguous challenges into actionable solutions
Innovation & Creativity:
- Creative problem-solver who brings fresh perspectives and innovative approaches
- Thinks beyond conventional solutions to deliver impactful results
Continuous Learning:
- Intellectually curious with genuine enthusiasm for emerging technologies and industry trends
- Self-motivated to expand technical knowledge and skills continuously
Customer-Centric Mindset:
- Strong commitment to creating meaningful impact for customers and end-users
- Passion for building solutions that solve real-world problems and improve experiences
Locations and Perks:
- Locations: Positions are available in Vancouver, Calgary, Edmonton, Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal.
- Work Style: TELUS’ Work Styles program offers flexibility to work when and where you will be most effective – whether that’s from an office location, from home or a hybrid of the two
- Development: Gain new skills through completion of technical certifications (e.g., CompTIA Security+, CEH) and leadership training. You will have mentors alongside you every step of the way
- Benefits: Full health, life, and dental benefits from day one. Generous benefit coverage to support your mental well-being
- Financial: Employee stock option plan and pension plan with generous company contributions
- Time Off: Vacation and personal well-being days.
Recruitment Process:
- Application review (on a rolling basis)
- Completion of pre-screening questions to self-assess your skills with certain tools and technologies
- Phone Interview (30 minutes)
- Completion of a video project (Pending invitation)
- Panel Interview (1 hour)
- Background Check
- Offer
- Start date: June or October 2026
Please note: Apply online at the TELUS Careers link below by 11:59pm PST Monday, March 16, 2026.