Research Security Lead

5 days ago


Ottawa, Canada National Research Council Canada Full time

**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.

**City**: Ottawa

**Organizational Unit**: Security Branch

**Classification**: AS-5

**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 at their own expense.

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

**Discover the possible**:
Anything is possible at the National Research Council (NRC). 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 Research Security Lead to support our Security Branch. The Research Security Lead would be someone who shares our core values of Integrity, Excellence, Respect and Creativity.

The Research Security Lead is responsible for the program development and implementation of two emerging areas for the NRC: Research & Security and Open-Source Intelligence (OSINT) collection. The position responds to client requirements for security analysis. The position also has a leadership role in the expansion of NRC’s research and security program.

Clients span across all Research Centres, Branches and IRAP (CBI) at various levels requesting information related to individuals and companies with whom they will likely conduct partnerships or collaborations. Other requests for information may be in relation to a specific security file.

**Screening Criteria**:
**Education**:
Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field such as law, political science, international studies, criminology, or another related field.

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

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

**Experience**:

- Experience working with stakeholders in the management of security related initiatives.
- Experience in doing research, including those related to the collection, integration and analysis of data from multiple open data media sources, internet and social media technology platforms.
- Experience in developing intelligence briefings, security assessments and threat/risk analyses.
- Experience monitoring and implementing innovative research methodologies to efficiently track trends regarding security vulnerabilities
- Experience making recommendations to senior management

**Condition of Employment**:
Secret (II)

A secret clearance must be obtained within 12 months of employment.

**Language Requirements**:
Bilingual Imperative CBC/CBC

language requirements and self-assessment tests

**Assessment Criteria**:
**Technical Competencies**:

- Significant* knowledge of the principles, methods and techniques for conducting threat and risk assessments specifically, in identifying risks and determining when a mitigation measure must be put in place.
- Knowledge of open-source intelligence OSINT work, including the use of open-source intelligence tools, techniques and procedures.
- Knowledge of the techniques, methods and approaches in conducting complex assessments.
- Knowledge of the Privacy Act, as well as relevant Treasury Board Secretariat (TBS), Public Safety policies and procedures with regards to Research Security.
- Ability to synthesize voluminous material and disseminate detailed information in a clear and comprehensive report.
- Ability to identify linkages in new data with existing intelligence analysis.
- **Significant is defined as 2 to 6 years**

**Behavioural Competencies**:

- Management services - Client focus (Level 2)
- Management services - Communication (Level 3)
- Management services - Conceptual and analytical ability (Level 2)
- Management services - Organizational and environmental aw



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