The Information Security Intern at the Industrial Scientific and Intelex operating companies within Fortive is pivotal in maintaining the integrity and security of the company's IT infrastructure, with a specific focus on auditing identity and access within the organization. This role involves a hands-on approach and collaboration with cross-functional teams within the EHS Group companies, ensuring a robust and secure operational environment for Industrial Scientific and Intelex’s 24/7 corporate activities and its global data centers.
Responsibilities and Deliverables
- Perform in-depth audits of identity and access management (IAM) controls, ensuring strict adherence to security policies and practices:
- Conduct comprehensive reviews of user accounts, permissions, and access rights across all IT systems to prevent unauthorized access.
- Implement and oversee a robust process for the creation, modification, and deactivation of user accounts in line with the company's ISMS.
- Lead efforts to identify and remediate instances of excessive or inappropriate access rights, ensuring a least privilege approach.
- Analyze and resolve any discrepancies in access permissions, and work with IT and business units to rectify issues in a timely manner.
- Initiate and manage periodic access reviews, re-certifications, and audits to ensure ongoing compliance with internal and external regulations.
- Develop and maintain documentation related to identity and access policies, procedures, and audit findings.
- Engage with IT and security teams to enhance IAM tools and processes, contributing to the continuous improvement of the security landscape.
- Assist in the integration of IAM solutions with existing and new IT systems, ensuring a seamless and secure user experience.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate audit results, recommend corrective actions, and provide guidance on access control best practices.
- Support the development and enforcement of policies related to access controls, user entitlements, and identity management lifecycle.
Organizational Alignment
- Reports directly to the Chief Information Security Officer.
Qualifications
Skills & Work Traits
- Detail-oriented with a strong understanding of IT security principles related to IAM.
- Eagerness to learn and apply knowledge of auditing standards and frameworks.
- Effective English language communication skills, both written and verbal.
- Proactive attitude and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to interpret complex information and present findings in a clear and concise manner.
Technical Competencies
Preferred:
- Familiarity with IAM solutions and access control models.
- Understanding of IT security compliance standards and frameworks (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST, SOC2).
Education
Required:
- Currently enrolled in a post-secondary education program focused on Information Security, Cybersecurity, Risk Management, Information Systems, or Computer Science. Graduating December 2025 or later.
Other Requirements
- Completion of a satisfactory Criminal Background Check and Public Safety Verification is necessary for this role.
Fortive Corporation Overview
Fortive’s essential technology makes the world stronger, safer, and smarter. We accelerate transformation across a broad range of applications including environmental, health and safety compliance, industrial condition monitoring, next-generation product design, and healthcare safety solutions.
We are a global industrial technology innovator with a startup spirit. Our forward-looking companies lead the way in software-powered workflow solutions, data-driven intelligence, AI-powered automation, and other disruptive technologies. We’re a force for progress, working alongside our customers and partners to solve challenges on a global scale, from workplace safety in the most demanding conditions to groundbreaking sustainability solutions.
We are a diverse team 17,000 strong, united by a dynamic, inclusive culture and energized by limitless learning and growth. We use the proven Fortive Business System (FBS) to accelerate our positive impact.
At Fortive, we believe in you. We believe in your potential—your ability to learn, grow, and make a difference.
At Fortive, we believe in us. We believe in the power of people working together to solve problems no one could solve alone.
At Fortive, we believe in growth. We’re honest about what’s working and what isn’t, and we never stop improving and innovating.
Fortive: For you, for us, for growth.
About Intelex
Since 1992, Intelex Technologies, ULC. is a global leader in the development and support of software solutions for Environment, Health, Safety and Quality (EHSQ) programs. Our scalable, web-based software provides clients with unprecedented flexibility in managing, tracking and reporting on essential corporate information. Intelex software easily integrates with common ERP systems like SAP and PeopleSoft creating a seamless solution for enterprise-wide information management. Intelex’s friendly, knowledgeable staff ensures our almost 1400 clients and over 3.5 million users from companies across the globe get the most out of our groundbreaking, user-friendly software solutions. Visit www.intelex.com to learn more.
We Are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Fortive Corporation and all Fortive Companies are proud to be equal opportunity employers. We value and encourage diversity and solicit applications from all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or other characteristics protected by law. Fortive and all Fortive Companies are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. Individuals who need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment application process, please contact us at applyassistance@fortive.com.
Pay Range
The hourly range for this position (in local currency) is $20-$40/hour.