Senior Investigator

Automotive and Surface Transportation; Ottawa; Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a Senior Investigator to join their Security Branch. This pivotal role involves leading a team to investigate security incidents, utilizing advanced monitoring tools, and ensuring compliance with security policies. The organization values integrity, excellence, and creativity, providing a supportive environment for professional growth. As a Senior Investigator, you'll have the opportunity to make significant contributions to national security efforts while collaborating with top professionals in the field. Join us to explore new possibilities and make a real impact in the realm of security.

Benefits

Comprehensive Health and Dental Coverage

Robust Pension Plan

Disability and Life Insurance

Bilingualism Bonus

Office Closure at Year-End

Relocation Assistance

Wellness Support Programs

Qualifications

• Experience in security investigations and incident management.
• Ability to lead teams and manage confidential investigations.

Responsibilities

• Lead investigations into security incidents and manage incident response.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners for effective security measures.

Skills

Investigation Techniques

Incident Management

Evidence Collection

Security Monitoring

Analytical Skills

Communication

Education

College Diploma in Security

Post-Secondary Program in Relevant Field

Tools

Security Monitoring Tools

Job description

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Priority may be given to the following designated employment equity groups: women, Indigenous peoples* (First Nations, Inuit and Métis), persons with disabilities and racialized persons*.

* The Employment Equity Act, which is under review, uses the terminology Aboriginal peoples and visible minorities.

Candidates are asked to self-declare when applying to this hiring process.

OrganizationalUnit: Security Branch

Classification: AS-5

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 identified work site at least three times per week or a minimum of 60% of their regular work schedule at their own expense.

At 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 hiring team using the contact information below.

Discover the possible

Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC),recently named one of Canada’s 2025 Top Employers for Young People, a 2025 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 Senior Investigator to support our Security Branch. The Senior Investigator would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The Senior Investigator is mandated to lead a small team which investigate all reported or potential incidents with a possible security implication. The scope for this role includes leading the collection and interpretation of information and events generated by internal security monitoring tools and third party providers including Commissionaires.

The Senior Investigator will provide Incident Management leadership and support to highly technical and confidential investigations to address and/or eradicate potential incidents, limit potential exposure and ensure that all established NRC programs operate within established NRC security policies and standards.

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

College diploma or other post-secondary program in a relevant field or a combination of education and required experience in the field of security investigations.

The following certifications will be considered as assets:

• Certification in investigation techniques.
• Significant** experience with responding to and investigating all reported or potential incidents with a possible security implication.
• Significant** experience with collecting and analyzing evidence to identify the root cause of potential security incidents which includes conducting interviews with appropriate groups and/or individuals.
• Significant** experience with administering an incident management program and processes including the development and leadership of multiple concurrent remediation processes, ensuring proper containment, eradication, recovery and production of required post incident reports.
• Significant** experience interacting with multiple internal and external response partners including lead agencies CSIS, RCMP, SSC, and CSE as required.
• Basic* experience participating in the delivery of recommendations and formulated strategies to improve the efficiency and consistency of all security policies, programs and applications based on incident findings.
• Basic* experience contributing to the improvement of security documentation, reporting mechanisms, awareness and training processes and enhancements.
• Basic* experience supervising employees, setting objectives, goals and priorities and insuring compliance of health and safety practices.

*Basic – a few months and up to 2 years
**Significant – 2 to 6 years

Condition of Employment

Secret Clearance
A thorough security clearance process will be applied.

For a 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.

Candidates will be assessed on the basis of the following criteria:

• Advanced knowledge of security operations, security monitoring and incident response in a complex and geographically dispersed environment.
• Advanced knowledge of implementation of investigative techniques to follow-up reported incidents, identify and verify reports and sources of further information such as operational reports and visitor logs, conduct on-site interviews and examination of physical infrastructure and facilities, and record findings.
• Advanced knowledge of the essential elements of Security Incident Management that incorporates all stages of incident impact assessment as well as the development of strategies for further prevention, mitigation and/or recovery from future incident of this nature.
• Basic knowledge of physical security concepts and standards, personnel screening and information security standards, all in accordance with the Policy on Government Security.
• Basic knowledge of controlled goods & ITAR.
• Management services - Client focus (Level 2)
• Management services - Communication (Level 3)
• Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 3)
• Management services - Initiative (Level 2)
• Management services - Networking (Level 2)
• Management services - Teamwork (Level 3)

Competency Profile(s)

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

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

Notes

• In 2025, the NRC has been chosen as one of Canada’s Top Employers for Young People, the National Capital Region’s Top Employers and Forbes Canada’s Best Employers.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified listmay be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• This position is being advertised internally and externally simultaneously, however first consideration will be given to internal NRC applicants.
• Preference will be given to Canadian Citizens and Permanent Residents of Canada. Please include citizenship information in your application.
• The incumbent must adhere to safe workplace practices at all times.
• We thank all those who apply, however only those selected for further consideration will be contacted.

Please direct your questions, with therequisition number ( 23882 ) to:

Closing Date: 22May 2025 - 23:59 Eastern Time

*If you are currently a term or continuing employee at NRC, please apply through the SuccessFactors Careersmodule from your NRC computer.