Top Benefits
About the role
What You Need to Note:
The results of this process will be used to staff future positions with similar qualifications and various tenures including term, acting, assignment and indeterminate.
Who can apply? Persons who are Canadian Citizens
Persons employed by the Federal Government of Canada.
The CNSC recognizes the many benefits of providing staff with more flexible work practices and providing employees with more choice about where they do their work. The CNSC enables employees to manage their work as part of their life while fostering a culture of inclusion, health and wellbeing and delivering high quality regulatory outcomes for Canadians.
CNSC employees can work some mix between in-office and from a telework location. Physical onsite presence in Ottawa, Ontario will likely be required 2 days per week.
We encourage applicants that reside in the National Capital Region to apply.
The CNSC is committed to creating a respectful, barrier-free, diverse and inclusive workplace. 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.
Be an informed applicant. Read How to apply.
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.
We also provide benefits like:
-
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, appointees to REG6 or REG7 levels may be eligible to receive an annual lump sum payment of up to five thousand dollars.
The CNSC is committed to ensuring our workforce is representative and reflective of Canadian society. We strive to continue to be a safe and healthy workplace – one that is inclusive and free from harassment and discrimination. We encourage members of any designated group to self-identify.
Interested in learning more about the CNSC? Visit nuclearsafety.gc.ca
Who you are:
Are you a strategic thinker with leadership qualities and a background in strategic security planning and policy, physical security operations, emergency management or business continuity?
As the Team Leader, Corporate Security you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive security strategies and programs that protect our people, assets, and infrastructure. You will lead a team of security professionals, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and best practices.
You are an experienced security professional with a track record of developing and managing comprehensive government security programs. You have a deep understanding of security policies, procedures, and standards, and you excel at ensuring their consistent application across an organization. Your ability to analyze complex security risks and develop effective mitigation strategies makes you a trusted advisor.
You are adept at leading security operations during incidents, coordinating responses, and providing expert guidance during crises. With a strong focus on compliance and regulatory requirements, you ensure that security frameworks align with Canadian government policies and industry best practices.
Your ability to collaborate with internal teams, external law enforcement agencies, and security partners fosters a coordinated and effective approach to security management. You thrive in a dynamic environment, are committed to continuous improvement, and are passionate about fostering a culture of security resilience within the organization.
What you'll do:
Reporting to the Chief Security Officer, you will lead the development and implementation of integrated security strategies that align with the CNSC’s mission. This includes conducting threat and vulnerability assessments, implementing security protocols, and ensuring the protection of personnel, assets, and infrastructure. You will also be responsible for executing the Departmental Security Plan (DSP), ensuring alignment with federal security policies and organizational priorities.
In addition, you will lead emergency management and business continuity planning, ensuring the organization is prepared to respond to and recover from a wide range of incidents. This includes developing emergency response plans, coordinating training and exercises, and ensuring continuity of critical services during disruptions.
A key aspect of this role involves managing protective services for Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) Commission Hearings, ensuring the safety and integrity of these high-profile proceedings.
You will lead a team of security and emergency management professionals, providing strategic direction, training, and performance oversight. Collaboration with internal departments, external agencies, and contracted service providers will be essential to support cross-functional initiatives and foster a culture of safety, resilience, and operational excellence.
Finally, you will represent the security function in interdepartmental working groups and external forums, building strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, law enforcement agencies, and security partners to ensure coordinated responses and knowledge sharing.
Essential Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Administration, Social Science, Public administration, Criminology Computer Science, or a related field.
Language Requirements:
Bilingual imperative with proficiency at CBC level. If you are unsure of your proficiency level, we encourage you to self-assess here
Experience:
-
Extensive experience in developing, implementing, and overseeing security policies and ensure compliance with government security standards
-
Experience in managing comprehensive security programs such as departmental security plans, business continuity, and disaster recovery plans.
-
Experience in managing cross-functional teams, ensuring effective collaboration, with a focus on governance, performance monitoring, and audit readiness.
-
Experience in providing strategic security advice and presentations to management to support decision-making and security policy development.
-
Experience in leading and conducting risk assessments, identifying security vulnerabilities, and developing strategies for threat mitigation and operational resilience.
Knowledge of:
-
In-depth understanding of government security policy frameworks, standards, policies, and relevant legislation (e.g., security frameworks, compliance regulations, and best practices).
-
Knowledge of the emergency management frameworks such as those provided by Public Safety Canada
-
Knowledge of business continuity planning, including risk assessments, and recovery strategies specific to Canadian federal standards.
-
Knowledge of emerging threats and trends in security, including cyber-physical risks
Ability:
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, law enforcement, and security partners to facilitate collaboration and coordinated responses.
- Ability to communicate in a clear precise manner, advising senior management and government executives on security trends, risks, and emerging threats, providing clear and actionable guidance
- Ability to collaborate with management on security and risk-related decisions, presenting clear, actionable recommendations to ensure the safety and continuity of business operations.
Key Leadership Competencies:
At the CNSC, we are looking for leaders that model the Key Leadership Competencies and can foster the development of CNSC Key Behavioural Competencies in others
Key Leadership Competencies:
-
Create Vision and Strategy
-
Mobilize People
-
Uphold Integrity and Respect
-
Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
-
Promote Innovation and Guide Change
-
Achieve Results
For more information on Key Leadership Competencies, please go to the following link by clicking here
Asset qualifications:
- Certification in Security or Risk Management including but not limited to Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Certified Risk Manager (CRM) would be considered an asset.
- Certification in business continuity
Operational Needs:
All CNSC staff are subject to the Mobility Directive.
Overtime: Overtime may be required.
Hiring Conditions:
Candidates must meet and maintain the following hiring conditions throughout their employment.
Security: Top Secret
In order to obtain a Top Secret level security level you must be a Canadian citizen
Submitting an Application:
Submit the following by the closing date, for our initial screening of candidates.
1. We want to read your resume! Please include your contact information so we can reach you.
2. We want to hear from you! You will be prompted to complete a series of screening questions once you click on “I am interested”. Using concrete examples really helps to put things into perspective when reading your responses.
Important to Note: You cannot save your application in progress, so please be prepared to complete your entire application and all screening questions during one session. For this reason, we recommend saving your answers in a text editing application, and then copy-paste them into your job application.
To expedite the recruitment process, you are also encouraged to provide:
-
A scanned copy of your transcript, diploma, or certificate as proof of education
-
A scanned copy of your SLE results.
Asset qualifications and organizational needs may also be used for screening or to determine the right fit for the position. Essential qualifications and hiring conditions must be met before an appointment is made.
We thank all those who apply. We will contact only those whose qualifications are the most relevant.
Contact Information:
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact candidate.njoynhelp@cgi.com or call 1-877-427-7717 Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm, EST (except statutory holidays).
If you have questions about this job posting, please contact HR Staffing / RH Dotation (CNSC/CCSN).
About Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission regulates the use of nuclear energy and materials to protect health, safety, security and the environment; to implement Canada’s international commitments on the peaceful use of nuclear energy; and to disseminate objective scientific, technical and regulatory information to the public.
Top Benefits
About the role
What You Need to Note:
The results of this process will be used to staff future positions with similar qualifications and various tenures including term, acting, assignment and indeterminate.
Who can apply? Persons who are Canadian Citizens
Persons employed by the Federal Government of Canada.
The CNSC recognizes the many benefits of providing staff with more flexible work practices and providing employees with more choice about where they do their work. The CNSC enables employees to manage their work as part of their life while fostering a culture of inclusion, health and wellbeing and delivering high quality regulatory outcomes for Canadians.
CNSC employees can work some mix between in-office and from a telework location. Physical onsite presence in Ottawa, Ontario will likely be required 2 days per week.
We encourage applicants that reside in the National Capital Region to apply.
The CNSC is committed to creating a respectful, barrier-free, diverse and inclusive workplace. 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.
Be an informed applicant. Read How to apply.
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.
We also provide benefits like:
-
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, appointees to REG6 or REG7 levels may be eligible to receive an annual lump sum payment of up to five thousand dollars.
The CNSC is committed to ensuring our workforce is representative and reflective of Canadian society. We strive to continue to be a safe and healthy workplace – one that is inclusive and free from harassment and discrimination. We encourage members of any designated group to self-identify.
Interested in learning more about the CNSC? Visit nuclearsafety.gc.ca
Who you are:
Are you a strategic thinker with leadership qualities and a background in strategic security planning and policy, physical security operations, emergency management or business continuity?
As the Team Leader, Corporate Security you will be responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing comprehensive security strategies and programs that protect our people, assets, and infrastructure. You will lead a team of security professionals, collaborate with internal and external stakeholders, and ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and best practices.
You are an experienced security professional with a track record of developing and managing comprehensive government security programs. You have a deep understanding of security policies, procedures, and standards, and you excel at ensuring their consistent application across an organization. Your ability to analyze complex security risks and develop effective mitigation strategies makes you a trusted advisor.
You are adept at leading security operations during incidents, coordinating responses, and providing expert guidance during crises. With a strong focus on compliance and regulatory requirements, you ensure that security frameworks align with Canadian government policies and industry best practices.
Your ability to collaborate with internal teams, external law enforcement agencies, and security partners fosters a coordinated and effective approach to security management. You thrive in a dynamic environment, are committed to continuous improvement, and are passionate about fostering a culture of security resilience within the organization.
What you'll do:
Reporting to the Chief Security Officer, you will lead the development and implementation of integrated security strategies that align with the CNSC’s mission. This includes conducting threat and vulnerability assessments, implementing security protocols, and ensuring the protection of personnel, assets, and infrastructure. You will also be responsible for executing the Departmental Security Plan (DSP), ensuring alignment with federal security policies and organizational priorities.
In addition, you will lead emergency management and business continuity planning, ensuring the organization is prepared to respond to and recover from a wide range of incidents. This includes developing emergency response plans, coordinating training and exercises, and ensuring continuity of critical services during disruptions.
A key aspect of this role involves managing protective services for Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission (CNSC) Commission Hearings, ensuring the safety and integrity of these high-profile proceedings.
You will lead a team of security and emergency management professionals, providing strategic direction, training, and performance oversight. Collaboration with internal departments, external agencies, and contracted service providers will be essential to support cross-functional initiatives and foster a culture of safety, resilience, and operational excellence.
Finally, you will represent the security function in interdepartmental working groups and external forums, building strong working relationships with internal stakeholders, law enforcement agencies, and security partners to ensure coordinated responses and knowledge sharing.
Essential Qualifications:
Education:
Bachelor's degree in Administration, Social Science, Public administration, Criminology Computer Science, or a related field.
Language Requirements:
Bilingual imperative with proficiency at CBC level. If you are unsure of your proficiency level, we encourage you to self-assess here
Experience:
-
Extensive experience in developing, implementing, and overseeing security policies and ensure compliance with government security standards
-
Experience in managing comprehensive security programs such as departmental security plans, business continuity, and disaster recovery plans.
-
Experience in managing cross-functional teams, ensuring effective collaboration, with a focus on governance, performance monitoring, and audit readiness.
-
Experience in providing strategic security advice and presentations to management to support decision-making and security policy development.
-
Experience in leading and conducting risk assessments, identifying security vulnerabilities, and developing strategies for threat mitigation and operational resilience.
Knowledge of:
-
In-depth understanding of government security policy frameworks, standards, policies, and relevant legislation (e.g., security frameworks, compliance regulations, and best practices).
-
Knowledge of the emergency management frameworks such as those provided by Public Safety Canada
-
Knowledge of business continuity planning, including risk assessments, and recovery strategies specific to Canadian federal standards.
-
Knowledge of emerging threats and trends in security, including cyber-physical risks
Ability:
- Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal stakeholders, law enforcement, and security partners to facilitate collaboration and coordinated responses.
- Ability to communicate in a clear precise manner, advising senior management and government executives on security trends, risks, and emerging threats, providing clear and actionable guidance
- Ability to collaborate with management on security and risk-related decisions, presenting clear, actionable recommendations to ensure the safety and continuity of business operations.
Key Leadership Competencies:
At the CNSC, we are looking for leaders that model the Key Leadership Competencies and can foster the development of CNSC Key Behavioural Competencies in others
Key Leadership Competencies:
-
Create Vision and Strategy
-
Mobilize People
-
Uphold Integrity and Respect
-
Collaborate with Partners and Stakeholders
-
Promote Innovation and Guide Change
-
Achieve Results
For more information on Key Leadership Competencies, please go to the following link by clicking here
Asset qualifications:
- Certification in Security or Risk Management including but not limited to Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Certified Information Security Manager (CISM) or Certified Risk Manager (CRM) would be considered an asset.
- Certification in business continuity
Operational Needs:
All CNSC staff are subject to the Mobility Directive.
Overtime: Overtime may be required.
Hiring Conditions:
Candidates must meet and maintain the following hiring conditions throughout their employment.
Security: Top Secret
In order to obtain a Top Secret level security level you must be a Canadian citizen
Submitting an Application:
Submit the following by the closing date, for our initial screening of candidates.
1. We want to read your resume! Please include your contact information so we can reach you.
2. We want to hear from you! You will be prompted to complete a series of screening questions once you click on “I am interested”. Using concrete examples really helps to put things into perspective when reading your responses.
Important to Note: You cannot save your application in progress, so please be prepared to complete your entire application and all screening questions during one session. For this reason, we recommend saving your answers in a text editing application, and then copy-paste them into your job application.
To expedite the recruitment process, you are also encouraged to provide:
-
A scanned copy of your transcript, diploma, or certificate as proof of education
-
A scanned copy of your SLE results.
Asset qualifications and organizational needs may also be used for screening or to determine the right fit for the position. Essential qualifications and hiring conditions must be met before an appointment is made.
We thank all those who apply. We will contact only those whose qualifications are the most relevant.
Contact Information:
If you are experiencing technical difficulties with your application, please contact candidate.njoynhelp@cgi.com or call 1-877-427-7717 Monday to Friday 8 am to 8 pm, EST (except statutory holidays).
If you have questions about this job posting, please contact HR Staffing / RH Dotation (CNSC/CCSN).
About Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission
The Canadian Nuclear Safety Commission regulates the use of nuclear energy and materials to protect health, safety, security and the environment; to implement Canada’s international commitments on the peaceful use of nuclear energy; and to disseminate objective scientific, technical and regulatory information to the public.