Strategic partnership development for TAC Security expansion - ON-1129

Project type: Innovation
Desired discipline(s): Business, Social Sciences & Humanities
Company: TAC SECURITY (CANADA) INC.
Project Length: 6 months to 1 year
Preferred start date: As soon as possible.
Language requirement: English
Location(s): Toronto, ON, Canada
No. of positions: 2 - 3
Desired education level: Master'sPhDPostdoctoral fellow
Open to applicants registered at an institution outside of Canada: No

About the company: 

TAC Security is a global leader in cybersecurity solutions with operations in India, the USA, and now Canada. Our Canadian subsidiary focuses on advancing research and innovation in threat management, vulnerability assessment, and IoT/Cloud security. We work with government, BFSI, and enterprise clients to secure mission-critical infrastructure. Our team combines deep technical expertise with strategic leadership across product development, auditing, operations, and business expansion.

The Toronto-based subsidiary will serve as a hub for research and innovation, collaborating with Canadian universities and talent on advanced cybersecurity technologies. We are committed to mentoring the next generation of cybersecurity leaders while developing cutting-edge products that enhance digital trust and resilience.

Describe the project.: 

Partnerships are critical for scaling cybersecurity solutions. For effective scaling in the Canadian market, this project will conduct a comprehensive market scan to identify, evaluate, and prioritize potential partners. The focus will be on but not limited to the following key categories: technology providers, consulting and audit firms, cybersecurity service providers, cybersecurity products resellers, and solution integration companies, to build a robust ecosystem that enhances TAC Security’s market presence.

The project will include:

- Mapping the Canadian cybersecurity ecosystem.
- Studying how partnerships foster innovation diffusion in the cybersecurity sector.
- Identifying partnership categories (technology, professional services, cybersecurity service, resellers, and solution integrators).
- Developing a partner qualification framework based on market reach, strategic fit, and collaboration potential.
- Creating outreach materials and a partnership playbook.
- Preparing recommendations for TAC Security leadership on high-priority partnership opportunities.

Interns will learn how business development strategies are shaped in the cybersecurity sector while contributing to a partnership pipeline that supports both innovation initiatives and revenue growth.

Required expertise/skills: 

- Business development or international business background.
- Market research and analytical skills.
- Excellent networking and stakeholder engagement abilities.
- Bonus: knowledge of Canadian cybersecurity innovation ecosystem and government programs.