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Analyst, Corporate Security
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Summary

Location

Ottawa

Type

full-time

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About this role

 

 

This is a key role within Defence Construction Canada’s Corporate Security function, supporting the delivery of compliant, effective, and risk-based security practices across the organization. The Analyst, Corporate Security works closely with the Deputy Corporate Security Officer and the Operations Coordination Team to manage personnel security clearance processes, provide expert guidance, and strengthen corporate security frameworks in alignment with Government of Canada requirements.

As a subject-matter expert, the incumbent plays a critical role in ensuring security clearance compliance, developing procedures, supporting interdepartmental collaboration, and advising senior leaders on complex security matters.

 

KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIES

The duties and responsibilities listed below are representative but not all-inclusive.

Primary

  • Lead and manage corporate security clearance processes, ensuring full compliance with Government of Canada standards and DCC policies
  • Provide oversight, coaching, and functional guidance to the incumbent in the DCC Interchange position at Public Services and Procurement Canada
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve corporate security strategies, procedures, and guidelines
  • Review and approve complex and escalated security clearance applications, providing recommendations and risk-based assessments
  • Act as a liaison with federal departments and external agencies on security-related matters
  • Provide expert advice to senior management, employees, and stakeholders on personnel security and corporate security issues
  • Conduct risk assessments and recommend mitigation strategies for complex security challenges
  • Prepare detailed reports, briefing notes, and recommendations for executive leadership
  • Monitor security trends, identify gaps, and propose process improvements to enhance efficiency and compliance
  • Facilitate security awareness, training sessions, and information briefings
  • Participate in interdepartmental committees and working groups related to corporate security
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with evolving government security requirements and best practices

Other

  • Perform general administrative duties (e.g. file management, data entry, documentation control)
  • Facilitate meetings and learning sessions as required
  • Other duties as assigned

 

SKILLS

General and Specific Knowledge

  • Government of Canada security clearance requirements and corporate security frameworks
  • Personnel security clearance processes and online security systems
  • Risk management principles and administrative best practices

Formal Education and/or Certification(s) and Experience

  • Minimum: College diploma in administration, business management, or a related field with five (5) years of relevant experience, or an equivalent combination
  • Preferred: Experience working within a federal or security-regulated environment

Abilities

  • Use applicable computer software and operating systems
  • Apply strategic thinking and sound judgment in security-related decision-making
  • Demonstrate strong attention to detail and discretion
  • Manage multiple priorities under strict deadlines
  • Communicate effectively and professionally
  • Bilingual (English and French)

 

DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP

  • Provide functional advice and guidance to employees, management, and Client-Partners on corporate security matters

 

WORKING CONDITIONS

  • Typical office environment
  • Occasional travel may be required
  • Hybrid work environment

Check out your benefits
Working with us offers excellent opportunities for growth and advancement—and entitles you to one of the job market’s best benefits packages valued at between 25 and 30% of your salary.

Your package includes:
Health and Wellness

  • 100% employer-paid annual sick leave, and health and dental premiums
  • $400 wellness allowance to help cover expenses such as a gym membership
  • $2,500 for mental health services on top of regular $2,500 paramedical coverage
  • Telus Virtual Health Care and $750 Health Care Spending Account for some expenses not covered under provincial plans

Home and Family

  • Life, accidental-death, and short-term disability insurance
  • Enhanced inConfidence employee and family assistance program
  • Maternity and parental leave top-up plan to 93% of regular gross earnings for up to 37 weeks
  • Flexible workplace options, including $400 allowance every two years, to support working from home

Leave and Retirement

  • Public-service pension
  • Comprehensive vacation and other paid-leave plans, along with deluxe travel benefit plans

This position has been designated bilingual, where English and French are essential.

While priority will be given to qualified candidates who meet this bilingual linguistic profile, we welcome applications from candidates who may not meet this bilingual requirement. 

Other facts

Tech stack
Government Security Clearance Requirements,Corporate Security Frameworks,Personnel Security Clearance Processes,Risk Management Principles,Attention To Detail,Strategic Thinking,Effective Communication,Bilingual

About Defence Construction Canada

Defence Construction Canada (DCC) is a Crown corporation that provides innovative and cost-effective contracting, construction contract management, infrastructure and environmental services, and lifecycle support for Canada’s defence requirements. It has two primary Client-Partners: the Infrastructure and Environment (IE) community at the Department of National Defence (DND), and the Communications Security Establishment. The Corporation also provides services to Shared Services Canada related to the expansion of the enterprise data centre at Canadian Forces Base Borden.

From project needs planning to facility decommissioning, DCC’s work covers a broad spectrum of activities. DCC’s resources are divided among five service lines:
•Contract Management Services
•Environmental Services
•Project and Program Management Services
•Real Property Management Services

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Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
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Industry: Construction
Founding Year: 1951

What you'll do

  • The Analyst, Corporate Security leads and manages corporate security clearance processes, ensuring compliance with Government of Canada standards. They also provide expert advice on security issues and conduct risk assessments to recommend mitigation strategies.

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Why join Defence Construction Canada as a Analyst, Corporate Security?

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