Senior Corporate Security officer

Njoyn; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 126,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bilingual bonus up to $1,200 per year

Minimum 15 days annual leave

Competitive salary and benefits

Career growth opportunities

Wellness and mental health support

Job summary

Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) is seeking a Senior Corporate Security Officer in Ottawa, ON. The role involves leading multiple corporate security programs, advising on security requirements, and driving policy development to align with Government of Canada directions.

The position requires bilingual capability and experience in security management. The CNSC emphasizes flexible work options with in-person presence 3 days/week and potential relocation support within the NCR.

Qualifications

• Experience in personnel security program areas and adverse-case management.
• Experience delivering corporate security programs (travel security, training, contracting).
• Ability to interpret security policies and advise management.

Responsibilities

• Lead two or more corporate security program areas (personnel security, security awareness, travel security).
• Develop and enhance security program guidelines, procedures and work practices.
• Provide strategic advice on security requirements to management and clients.

Skills

Leadership

Security program management

Stakeholder engagement

Policy interpretation

Project leadership

Education

University degree or college diploma in security management

Job description

$90,396.00 - $125,510.00/Year(Salary Under Review)

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The results of this process may be used to staff future positions with similar qualifications and various tenures including term, acting, assignment and indeterminate.

Who can apply? Persons employed by the Federal Government of Canada

The CNSC recognizes the many benefits of providing staff with more flexible work practices. The CNSC enables employees to manage their work while fostering a culture of inclusion, health and wellbeing and delivering high-quality regulatory outcomes for Canadians.

Within the flexible work model, CNSC employees are currently expected to work in-person for at least 25% of their normal schedule depending on the operational requirements and duties of the position.

Physical onsite presence in Ottawa, Ontario will likely be required 3 days per week.

Applicants must reside or be willing to relocate to the National Capital Region (NCR). Relocation assistance may be offered to a successful candidate residing outside of the National Capital Region.

The CNSC is dedicated to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce that reflects Canada’s population. We value and respect individuals of all races, ethnicities, genders, ages, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, socio-economic backgrounds, and lived experiences. We recognize that individuals may identify with more than one designated group.

Employment equity is an important organizational priority and may be applied at any stage of this appointment process. If applied, preference may be given to candidates who have self-identified as members of one or more of the four designated employment equity groups: Persons with Disabilities, Indigenous Peoples (First Nations, Inuit, or Métis), Members of Visible Minorities, or Women. Self-identification is voluntary, confidential and used solely to support Employment Equity objectives. We encourage members of any designated group to self-identify.

We welcome all qualified candidates to apply. If you have a special need that requires accommodation at any time during the recruitment process, please let us know. All information pertaining to accommodation requests will be kept confidential.

This process is available in both official languages. Please indicate your preferred language for communication.

Closing Date: October 8, 2026, 11:59pm (EST)

Why work here?

At the CNSC, we work hard to create an environment where employees feel supported and heard, by management and their peers alike.

• Bilingual bonus up to $1,200 per year, if eligible
• Minimum 15 days of annual leave per year
• Competitive salary and benefit package
• Growth and the possibility for internal career opportunities
• Strong support for employee wellness and mental health
• Subject to eligibility and change, appointees to REG6 or REG7 levels may be eligible to receive an annual lump sum payment of up to five thousand dollars (Currently under review)

For more information about the CNSC, visit nuclearsafety.gc.ca

Who you are

You are a security professional with experience managing corporate security programs in a federal environment. You provide practical advice, build strong relationships with clients, and help ensure security requirements are understood and applied consistently. You are comfortable leading projects, developing guidance and training, and addressing complex security issues.

What you'll do

As a senior corporate security officer, you will be responsible for:

• Leading and supporting two or more corporate security program areas, such as personnel security, security awareness and training, travel security, or security in contracting.
• Providing subject matter expertise in the development, enhancement, and implementation of corporate security program elements, including guidelines, procedures, and work practices, in a manner consistent with Government Security Policies.
• Providing advice and recommendations to management and employees on security requirements and best practices.
• Supporting the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of corporate security policies, guidelines, procedures, standards, and program activities to ensure alignment with Government of Canada Direction and the evolving industry/threat landscape.
• Supporting the development and delivery of security awareness training and outreach activities, including the Traveller Security Program, ensuring staff are provided with and understand their security responsibilities.
• Monitoring program performance, identifying risks and opportunities for improvement, and supporting compliance with Government of Canada security requirements.
• Collaborating with internal and external partners to ensure corporate security programs remain effective and aligned with government direction.
• Establishing performance metrics to evaluate the effectiveness and efficiency of security programs and support continuous improvement.

Essential Qualifications:

Education: University degree or college diploma in security management or a related field related to a Corporate Security Program or an acceptable combination of education and experience.

Language Requirements: Bilingual imperative with proficiency at BBB level. If you are unsure of your proficiency level, we encourage you to self-assess here

Experience:

• Experience in key areas of the personnel security program, including the assessment and management of adverse cases, review for cause processes, security screening processes, and conducting security interviews.
• Experience delivering one or more corporate security program areas, including travel security, threat assessment and continuous monitoring, security awareness and training (workforce trust and security culture initiatives), and security in contracting.
• Experience interpreting and applying security policies, standards, procedures or legislation.
• Experience providing strategic advice and recommendations to management and clients.
• Experience developing, implementing or improving security programs, processes, procedures or guidance.
• Experience preparing reports, briefings, presentations or training materials.
• Experience leading projects, working groups or multidisciplinary teams.

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of corporate security principles, including risk management and threat and risk assessment
• Knowledge of the TBS Directive on security screening and the Policy on Government Security.
• Knowledge of key federal security partners such