Worker Sub-Type: Student (Fixed Term) Job Description: As a 4-month Security Technology Research student you will work directly with an agile, tight-knit team of applied researchers, and help us push the envelope of technologies making systems secure and safe. BlackBerry’s Advanced Technology Lab conducts industrial research and collaborates with top universities with a mission to bring in cutting-edge techniques for safe and secure systems, and ensure BlackBerry continues to be a leader in the security, safety, and privacy of mobile, connected solutions in business, IoT, and connected and autonomous vehicles. The Advanced Research unit within the Lab explores, researches, assesses, and develops new technologies, frequently in direct cooperation with the Labs’ Data Science team. The successful candidate will work closely with our staff and contribute directly to one or more of our ongoing research investigations. Assigned work will involve adapting and applying techniques such as machine learning, embedded systems development, security analytics, and information visualization to develop new security and safety technologies for tomorrow's increasing connected and cyberphysical world. Location: Waterloo, ON Length of Term: 4 Months What you will do Exploring, prototyping, and building new automated techniques for resilient cybersecurity and system response in security- and safety-critical domains Adapting and developing recent techniques relating to machine learning, data science, information visualization, or big data to cybersecurity Designing and conducting research studies and building experimental data sets Creating research reports and studying targeted literature and techniques Participating in SCRUM meetings Who we are looking for Currently pursing a Master's or Doctorate degree in the area of Computer Science or Engineering, Data Science, Machine Learning, or other highly related domain Strong analytical skills and passion for technical challenges Programming experience Ability to work alone and in a team Above and beyond Excellent verbal and written communication skills Experience in designing and conducting experiments Strong programmer preferred, ideally with experience outside of coursework in Python, C, or C++, or with embedded systems, mobile application development, or cloud service engineering Formal training in cybersecurity or safety engineering Life at BlackBerry Various Snack & Beverage Programs at all locations Cafeterias and vending machines with subsidized prices at major offices Free parking and accessible public transportation at major offices Skills training and professional development opportunities Organization wide events and various social committees Local discounts and free swag Highly collaborative teams and supportive workplace culture Recreational leagues, fitness classes, and wellness sessions available in most locations See for yourself by checking out our Instagram @BlackBerryStudentLife An Absolute Commitment to Equality It is the policy of BlackBerry to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, colour, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. EEO Minorities/Females/Protected Veteran/Disabled BlackBerry strives to create an accessible and inclusive application and selection process and is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to job applicants who may require provisions to participate in the selection process. Should you require an accommodation, please contact recruitment@blackberry.com to discuss your needs. Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 BlackBerry (NYSE: BB; TSX: BB) is a trusted security software and services company that provides enterprises and governments with the technology they need to secure the Internet of Things. Headquartered in Waterloo, Ontario, the company is unwavering in its commitment to safety, cybersecurity and data privacy, and leads in key areas such as artificial intelligence, endpoint security and management, encryption and embedded systems. You couldn’t choose a more exciting time to consider joining us! For more information, visit BlackBerry.com and follow @BlackBerry. Whether you are a Co-op or a Graduate, we know your first job matters, and a career at BlackBerry can take you anywhere you want to go. At BlackBerry you will find that the pace is fast, the challenge exciting and the rewards are extremely satisfying. If you want to push the boundaries of mobile experience, then we want you to join the BlackBerry team. ©2023 BlackBerry. All right reserved. BlackBerry® and related trademarks, names, and logos are the property of BlackBerry Limited and are registered and/or used in the U.S. and countries around the world. It is the policy of BlackBerry to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, alienage or citizenship, status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by law. 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