Physical Surveillant Analyst

Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) | Service canadien du renseignement de sécurité (SCRS); Edmonton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A national security agency in Canada is seeking a Surveillance Analyst who will provide vital support to the surveillance unit. The role includes analyzing surveillance data, maintaining relevant databases, and producing intelligence reports. Candidates should possess relevant experience and educational background, showcasing strong analytical and communication skills. The position requires in-office presence with some shift work and potential travel.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree and one (1) year of experience.
• College diploma and three (3) years of experience.
• High school diploma and five (5) years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Receive, analyze, and identify trends from surveillance data.
• Determine intelligence value from surveillance operations.
• Maintain the surveillance information database.
• Liaise with surveillance teams to confirm target identities.
• Conduct research and analysis to produce relevant reports.

Skills

Analytical skills

Adaptability/flexibility

Collaboration

Communication

Rigour

Organizational Skills / Multitasking

Education

Undergraduate degree

College diploma

High school diploma

Job description

Job Summary

The Surveillance Analyst is a critical part of our Surveillant Unit providing the following in-office support.

Major Responsibilities

• Receive, analyse, record and identify trends and patterns of information provided by surveillance teams and/or operational reports.
• Determine the intelligence value from a surveillance perspective, analyse information from various sources, and provide information to surveillance teams and/or direct the information to the appropriate investigative desk.
• Maintain the surveillance information database by researching/analysing/compiling all available resources and create and maintain the surveillance target coding system.
• Liaise with surveillance teams and Intelligence Officers by giving/receiving information on targets including confirming target identities by continuously reviewing operational imaging files.
• Conduct research and analysis to produce reports based on the incoming information.
• Assess the relevance of the information through preliminary analysis; organize and integrate into established reporting parameters.
• Participate in working groups for development and implementation of procedures and communications related tothe surveillance processes.
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with the surveillance teams to ensure they remain operationally effective and efficient.

Education

• Undergraduate degree and one (1) year of experience.
• College diploma and three (3) years of experience.
• High school diploma and five (5) years of experience.

The educational program must be from an accredited learning institution recognized in Canada.

If you completed a program outside of Canada you will be required to obtain proof of a Canadian equivalency at your expense through a recognized credential assessment service.

Note: Any higher level of education could be recognized as experience.

Experience

• One (1) year of relevant experience, or
• Three (3) years of relevant experience, or
• Five (5) years of relevant experience.
• Experience in research and analysis and report writing.
• Experience in multitasking in a high demand environment without loss of effectiveness or efficiency.

Research and analysis is defined as experience in researching information via various databases and experience in analyzing information in order to make recommendations.

Competencies

• Analytical skills
• Adaptability/flexibility
• Collaboration
• Communication
• Rigour
• Organizational Skills / Multitasking

Official Language (OL) Proficiency

This selection process may be used to staff anticipated vacancies or other similar positions with various language requirements. Therefore, we encourage all interested candidates to apply. Second language evaluations will be offered to candidates. For more information on language requirements: (external link www.canada.ca/en/public-service-commission/jobs/services/gc-jobs/language-requirements-candidates).

Conditions of Employment

• This position requires shift work, including some weekends and paid overtime.
• In addition, some travel within the region is required based on operational needs.

Notes

While we continue to explore opportunities for flexible work arrangements, the majority of work in our organization must be done in the office and cannot be performed at home.

If you need accommodations during the recruitment process, please mention it to the HR representative.

Reference Links

• Salary Grade Breakdown

Security Requirements

Candidates must be eligible to receive an Enhanced Top Secret security clearance. The process involves a security interview, a polygraph, and a background investigation that includes credit and financial verifications. The use of illegal drugs is a criminal offense. Drug use is an important factor considered in your reliability and suitability assessment during the selection process. Therefore it is important not to use any illegal drugs from the time you submit your application.

Others

Important Applicants must clearly demonstrate in their application how they meet each Education and Experience criteria. Failure to do so will result in the applicant being screened out of the career opportunity.

CSIS is a separate employer and is not subject to the Public Service Employment Act (PSEA). CSIS has its own classification, compensation system, and a different staffing regime. As such, we use a different staffing process and terminology.

CSIS is committed to building a workforce that is truly representative of the Canadians it serves by cultivating a diverse and inclusive workplace environment. This will be achieved by increasing employment equity group representation (including persons with disabilities, visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, and women) at all levels within the organization through hiring and talent management practices. We will also ensure that appropriate accommodations are made (e.g., specialized equipment, changes to physical workspace) to provide employment opportunities for all qualified candidates. In support of achieving a greater, diverse and skilled workforce, we strongly encourage those individuals who belong to one or more of the employment equity groups to self-identify when applying.

Should you require accommodation in relation to a disability, please tell us at the beginning of the selection process. This information will be kept confidential.

CSIS Offices in Canada are located on various ancestral and traditional lands. In the spirit of reconciliation, we acknowledge all Indigenous People across Canada and their connection to these lands.

The personal information provided in your application is protected under the Privacy Act and will be held in Personal Information Bank SIS/P-PU-025.

We thank all applicants for their interest in CSIS. However, only those who are selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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Date Modified: 2025-09-10