Security Screening Analyst

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.

City: Ottawa 

Organizational Unit: Security Branch 

Classification: AS-3 

Tenure: Continuing 

Language Requirements: Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC 

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.

Note: Assignments and secondments may be considered according to NRC's policies.

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

The position is responsible for the coordination and administration of security screening requirements for the NRC in accordance with applicable government security policies.

The Security Screening Analyst will support NRC's adherence to the Policy on Government Security (PGS) and the Directive on Security Screening across all security screening domains.

Provides guidance to NRC employees, clients, the Human Resource Branch, and contractors on security screening requirements for all levels within NRC.

Provides expertise to Project Managers, procurement staff or other NRC clients on the security requirements for contracting goods or services including contract language and coordination with Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) on Industrial Security Program requirements through the lifespan of a contract. 

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:

Post-secondary Diploma/certificate in a relevant field, such as security, police foundations, law clerk, public safety, etc.

An equivalent combination of work-related experience, training, and education may also be considered. 

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

• Significant* experience advising on security screening Directive interpretation, best practices, and ensuring compliance with Government of Canada security screening standards.
• Experience providing guidance, assistance and advice in the identification and assessment of security requirements for the completion of the Security Requirements Checklist (SRCL).
• Experience analyzing screening applications including credit checks, criminal assessments, interview reviews, etc to determine the level of risk associated with approving screening for Reliability Status.
• Experience conducting Resolution of Doubt interviews to address uncertainties in security screening eligibility.
• Experience and proficiency in the use of Microsoft Office suite including Word, Excel, Power Point and Outlook.

Significant is defined as 2 to 6 years of experience.

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. 

Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC 

Information on language requirements and self-assessment tests

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

• Significant* knowledge of Government of Canada security screening requirements.
• Knowledge of the Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) Industrial Security Program.
• Knowledge of the roles and responsibilities, as well as key contacts of other federal departments or central agencies involved in security services.
• Knowledge of Government of Canada policies related to privacy.
• Knowledge of and skill in using of electronic and computer systems used by Security Screening, such Equifax and digitizing fingerprints.

Significant is defined as 2 to 6 years of experience.

• Management services - Communication (Level 2)
• Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)
• Management services - Organizational and environmental awareness (Level 2)
• Management services - Results orientation (Level 2)
• Management services - Teamwork (Level 2)

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

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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.

• 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.
• This position is being advertised internally and externally simultaneously, however first consideration will be given to internal NRC applicants.
• Relocation assistance will be determined in accordance with the NRC's directives.
• A pre-qualified list may be established for similar positions for a one year period.
• 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 the requisition number (24147) to:

E-mail: NRC.NRCHiring-EmbaucheCNRC.CNRC@nrc-cnrc.gc.ca

Telephone: 3439908002 

Closing Date: 05 August 2025 - 23:59 Eastern Time 

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