Security Analyst

National Research Council Canada; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 72,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading research organization in Canada is seeking a Security Analyst to support their Security Branch. The role involves coordinating security incident information, assessing intelligence, and supporting travel security. Ideal candidates should possess strong communication skills, integrity, and relevant educational background. This position offers a competitive salary ranging from $72,436 to $85,298 per annum, with additional benefits including a bilingualism bonus and comprehensive health coverage.

Benefits

Competitive benefits including pension plan

Health and dental coverage

Bilingualism bonus of $800 per year

Qualifications

• Successful completion of post-secondary education in a field relevant to the position.
• Recent experience liaising with external security partners.
• Significant experience writing letters, reports or memorandum.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate security incident information and assess security intelligence.
• Assist with investigations and support travel security.
• Maintain a high level of integrity and confidentiality.

Skills

Liaising with external security partners

Making recommendations to senior management

Writing letters, reports or memorandum

Preparing and delivering oral briefings

Knowledge of security concepts and standards

Excellent communication skills

Education

Post-secondary education in a relevant field

Tools

MS Office applications

Job description

Tenure

Continuing

Work arrangements

Due to the nature of the work and operational requirements, this position is eligible for a hybrid work arrangement (combination of working onsite and telework). Employees in this position who telework will be required to travel to the designated work site at least three times per week or a minimum of 60% of their regular work schedule at their own expense.

Indigenous work arrangement

At the NRC, we recognize that Indigenous candidates may have important connections to their communities and you may be eligible for an exception to this work arrangement. Alternative work arrangements may also be considered to accommodate candidates as required. To learn more about these options, please contact the NRC Hiring team using the contact information below.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the NRC, named in 2025 one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, Top Employer in the National Capital Region and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers!

As Canada’s leading research and technology organization, our world‑renowned research pushes the boundaries of science and engineering to make the impossible, possible. Every day we explore new ideas through innovative research and help companies discover possibilities that impact Canada’s future and the world.

At the NRC, you’ll also discover new possibilities. Our supportive workplace fosters a culture of creativity, welcoming fresh perspectives and innovation at all levels. We value teamwork. You’ll collaborate across multiple fields and with the brightest minds to find creative solutions. Most importantly, you’ll discover what’s possible within you as you grow, make valuable contributions and progress in your professional journey. From ground‑breaking discoveries to a life‑changing career, discover your possible at the NRC.

The role

We are looking for a Security Analyst to support our Security Branch. The Security Analyst would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

Reporting directly to the Senior Investigator, this position is responsible for coordinating security incident information, assessing security intelligence and assisting with investigations and supporting travel security.

The person needs to have a very high level of integrity and a complete commitment to confidentiality.

Screening criteria

Applicants must demonstrate within the content of their application that they meet the following screening criteria in order to be given further consideration as candidates :

Education

Successful completion of post‑secondary education in a field relevant to the position.

An acceptable combination of education, training and experience may also be considered.

For information on certificates and diplomas issued abroad, please see Degree equivalency.

Experience

• Recent experience liaising with external security partners.
• Recent experience making recommendations to senior management in relation to security files.
• Significant experience writing letters, reports or memorandum.
• Significant experience preparing and delivering oral briefings.
• Recent is defined as within the last 5 years
• Significant is defined as at least 3 years of experience

Condition of employment

Top Secret Clearance

A thorough security clearance process will be applied. Applicants must be a Canadian Citizen.

For a Top Secret Clearance, verification of background information over a period of 10 years is required. Individuals must have lived in Canada for a sufficient period of time to enable the security screening process.

Language requirements

BilingualImperativeBBB / BBB

Assessment criteria

Technical competencies

• Knowledge of the fundamental principles of security concepts and standards in a government context accordance with the Policy on Government Security.
• Knowledge of various security investigations, methodologies and processes including physical security, IT security and personnel security.
• Knowledge of open source information collection and the process of information gathering and analysis to determine trends, would be an asset but not required.
• Knowledge of MS Office applications, data management and administrative investigative procedures.
• Ability to synthesize information clearly and accurately for distribution to both internal and external customers.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.

Behavioural competencies

Management services - Client focus (Level 2)

Management services - Communication (Level 2)

Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)

Management services - Results orientation (Level 2)

Management services - Teamwork (Level 2)

Competency Profile(s)

For this position, the NRC will evaluate candidates using the following competency profile : Management Services

Compensation

From $72,436 to $85,298 per annum.

In addition, the incumbent will receive the Bilingualism Bonus of $800 per year.

NRC employees enjoy a wide‑range of competitive benefits including a robust pension plan, comprehensive health and dental coverage, disability and life insurance, office closure at the end of December, and additional supports to enhance your well‑being throughout your career and beyond.