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Recruitment event for IT careers in national security – register now

October 22, 2019 by Marieke Van Rooyen

Recruiters from the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) will host a career presentation on November 19, 2019, 555 Seymour Street (Room 555) from 8 am – 10 am to speak to students about their IT career opportunities.

CSIS is Canada’s top national security service. CSIS investigates threats to national security including terrorism, espionage, proliferation of weapons of mass destruction and cyber security.

IT Graduates Recruitment
See the job posting here. CSIS also offers co-op/internships/part-time job opportunities.

Come and learn more about careers in intelligence and how your skills can help keep Canada safe.

To register for the event or to sign up to be interviewed, please email Patrick Neal (Patrick_Neal@bcit.ca). He will book your meeting with CSIS.

 

 

 

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How Brooke Ouwerkerk launched a career in genomics

October 18, 2019 by Marieke Van Rooyen

When Brooke Ouwerkerk enrolled in the BCIT Forensic Investigation BTech degree program, her interest in forensics grew from “a spark into a burning flame”, and this has led to a rewarding career at Environment Canada. Read more

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Crime Analyst position available – City of Surrey

October 11, 2019 by Marieke Van Rooyen

The City of Surrey is hiring for a Crime Analyst – RCMP Support Services.

See the job posting for more.

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Working in financial crime investigation

October 1, 2019 by Marieke Van Rooyen

Steve Wilson talked to the Globe and Mail recently about working in financial crime investigation. Learn more about this career at www.bcit.ca/forensics.

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BCIT alumnus tackles the world’s biggest cybersecurity threats

September 26, 2019 by Marieke Van Rooyen

Congratulations to CST alum Derek Manky, who is being recognized for his leadership in the global fight against cybercrime.

Read more

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CIPS-BC Presents: “An Eye on Cyber Security”

September 18, 2019 by Marieke Van Rooyen

Tickets are now on sale for the CIPS Vancouver “An Eye on Cyber Security” Presentation on October 2, 2019. It will be presented by Rob Labbé, Director of Information Security at Vancouver based Teck Resources Limited.
CIPS Members: $15.00
Non-members: $20.00
Students: $10.00
Buy tickets on Eventbrite

 

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Coquitlam RCMP Volunteers Wanted

September 6, 2019 by Marieke Van Rooyen

Coquitlam RCMP Volunteer Teams are looking for professional, reliable, hardworking applicants.

The following groups are taking on new volunteers:

  • Community Police Stations (please be sure on your application form to indicate which city you prefer to volunteer in. Please note that applicants for these groups must be at least 16 years old. We have the following stations within each city:

Coquitlam:
– Ridgeway Community Police Station – 1059 Ridgeway Ave.
– Burquitlam Community Police Station – 413-552 Clarke Rd. (close to the sky train station)

Port Coquitlam:
– Mary Hill Community Police Station – 2581 Mary Hill Rd.
– Coast Meridian Community Police Station – 3312 Coast Meridian St.

  • Citizen’s Crime Watch – Applicants MUST have a Class 5 Driver’s License
  • Speed Watch – Applicants MUST have a Class 5 Driver’s License

Not sure which group would be the best fit? Attend our FREE Information Session on the evening of Tuesday, September 17th to learn more! Please see the attached poster with our information session details including how to register. I have also attached a copy of our application form which interested students can bring along with them once completed if they like (please note that our Auxiliary and Victim Services sections are no longer taking volunteers).

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Forensic Specialists needed by ICRC

August 26, 2019 by Marieke Van Rooyen

The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is hiring a Forensic Specialist.
Find out more.

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Steen Hartsen explains next steps after B.C. suspects found dead in manhunt

August 8, 2019 by Marieke Van Rooyen

What are forensic experts looking for in the aftermath of the recent national manhunt for BC murder suspects? BCIT Instructor Steen Hartsen explains.

Watch the Global News segment (4:27)

 

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Protecting your cybersecurity

August 1, 2019 by Marieke Van Rooyen

Dr. Aaron Hunter, BCIT Faculty in Computing and Forensics, appeared on Breakfast TV this morning. He explained how the Capital One hack happened and offered expertise in protecting against cybersecurity breaches.

Learn more about BCIT’s Graduate Certificate in Forensic Investigation of Fraud and Financial Crime, and BTech in Forensic Investigation (Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity Option).

 

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