Intern, Fullstack Developer (Python) - Winter Semester 2027

About AlayaCare At AlayaCare, we’re more than just a fast-growing SaaS company, we’re a team of people passionate about transforming home healthcare. Our cloud-based platform empowers care providers around the world to deliver better outcomes for their clients.

With 550+ employees across Canada, the US, Australia, and Brazil, we’re united by a shared mission and a strong culture of transparency, growth, and human connection.

Whether you're early in your career or a seasoned expert, AlayaCare offers the opportunity to grow your impact, your skills, and your career. About the Role We are seeking a Security Analyst Intern to join our AlayaCare’s Security & Privacy team division.

Reporting to the Director, Information Security and Privacy, As a Security Analyst Intern, you will support the protection of the company’s systems, data, and customers.

In this role, you will gain hands-on exposure to real-world cybersecurity operations within a fast-growing B2B SaaS healthcare environment, while contributing to the ongoing strengthening of AlayaCare’s security posture.

You will collaborate with experienced security professionals and cross-functional teams across the organization, assisting with initiatives related to security operations, governance, risk management, and compliance.

Through this experience, you will develop practical skills and a strong understanding of how modern cloud-based security programs operate at scale. This internship offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful security initiatives while developing hands-on experience across security operations and governance.

Our team members have the opportunity to do their best work and to grow their careers, in a high-growth company, while making an impact in an industry that genuinely helps people.

This role is based in Montreal. At AlayaCare, our hybrid model includes 2 set in-office collaboration days/week, and it is expected that team members are present in the office on those days to foster connection, innovation, and teamwork.

What You’ll Do • Monitor and triage alerts from security tooling and help investigate suspicious activity across our platform. • Support incident response activities by helping analyze events, gather evidence, and document findings.

• Track and help drive remediation of vulnerabilities and security findings across cloud and application environments. • Assist in reviewing AWS security configurations and identifying opportunities to improve our cloud security posture.

• Contribute to collecting and organizing evidence for compliance frameworks such as SOC 2 and HITRUST. • Support identity and access reviews to ensure the right people have the right level of access.

• Participate in vendor security reviews and help assess third-party security risks. • Help maintain and improve internal security documentation, playbooks, and operational procedures.

• Assist with phishing simulations and internal security awareness initiatives. • Build and maintain simple dashboards or reports that help track security metrics and operational health.

• Research new security threats, vulnerabilities, and defensive techniques relevant to modern SaaS platforms. • Collaborate with engineers, infrastructure teams, and product teams to help continuously improve AlayaCare’s security posture.

What You Bring to the Team • Currently pursuing a Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field.

• Strong curiosity for cybersecurity and how modern cloud and SaaS platforms are built and secured. • Solid understanding of networking, operating systems, authentication, and common security vulnerabilities.

• Comfortable working in Linux environments and using scripting or programming languages such as Python. • Interest in automation and improving security workflows through code and tooling.

• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS preferred), Git, or modern development workflows is a strong plus. • Curious about AI and emerging technologies, and how they can improve security operations and enhance productivity.

• Analytical mindset with the ability to investigate problems and communicate findings clearly. • Demonstrates grit, ownership, and persistence when tackling unfamiliar problems.

• Relevant certifications such as Security+, Network+, eJPT, or AWS Cloud Practitioner are considered an asset. • Participation in Capture The Flag (CTF) competitions, HackTheBox, TryHackMe, bug bounty programs, or open-source security projects is strongly encouraged.

• Strong communication and collaboration skills in both French and English, with the ability to communicate clearly with technical and non-technical audiences.

English fluency is required to collaborate effectively with colleagues, clients, and partners outside Quebec, where English is the primary working language.

What will make you stand out for this internship • You have built scripts, tools, or small automations that made security or system tasks easier. • You have explored cloud environments (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and understand how security works in a modern SaaS stack.

• You are curious about how AI can improve security operations, detection, or developer workflows. • You maintain projects, experiments, or write-ups on GitHub, a blog, or similar platforms.

• You enjoy learning by doing — building labs, breaking things, and figuring out how they work. Why Join AlayaCare? Work With Purpose At AlayaCare, you’ll help build technology that empowers care providers and improves outcomes for patients and families.

Every line of code and every customer interaction contributes to making care more connected, accessible, and human. Grow in a High-Trust Culture We believe in transparency, feedback, and assuming positive intent.

Here, you’ll feel safe to share your ideas and career goals, and be supported to achieve them through mentorship, career mobility, and a promote-from-within philosophy.

Inclusive by Design We celebrate diverse perspectives and foster belonging through our DEIB initiatives. Employee-led events, summits, and social activities — both in-person and virtual — create meaningful connections across our global teams.

Location and Work Model This role is based in Montreal at our offices on 4200 Boulevard Saint-Laurent. AlayaCare hybrid model includes a minimum of in-office days to foster connection, innovation, and teamwork.

Ready to Join Us? Apply today and be part of a company that makes a real difference in the future of home and community care. Not the right role for you?

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We’re committed to creating a workplace where everyone belongs. If you require accommodation during the application process, please reach out to careers@alayacare.