Job Description

Who Can Apply?:

Internal (DCC Employees) and External (General Public)

Salary Range:

$68,014 - $88,417

Employment status:

Continuing

Term Length:
Security Level:

Reliability

Language Requirement:

Bilingual Mandatory

Closing Date:

06/02/2026

Country:

Canada

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.

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KEY AND PERIODIC ACTIVITIES

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

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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
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Other

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

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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
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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
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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)
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DEVELOPMENT AND LEADERSHIP

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

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


To begin a career with Defence Construction Canada (DCC), you must be a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident of Canada. As a condition of employment with DCC, a minimum reliability security status clearance is required and some roles may require secret security status clearance.

DCC is responsible for the Personnel Security Clearance process. Typically to be eligible for a "Reliability" clearance, you must have five years of verifiable background information and to be eligible for a "Secret" clearance, you must have 10 years of verifiable background information. The process usually involves reference inquiries, verification of qualifications, criminal records checks, and credit checks (as required) and may require fingerprints. For more information about obtaining a security clearance, please review the Standard on Security Screening.


The appropriate security clearance is a condition of employment and it is the candidate's or employee's responsibility to ensure, they are able to obtain and maintain their required security level clearance to begin or continue their employment with DCC. Failure to obtain or maintain, the appropriate level of security clearance means either the candidate or employee will not receive a job offer, the conditional offer will be rendered null and void or their employment will be terminated with cause. A thorough security clearance process will be applied to all candidates or employees considered for an appointment; this process includes inquiries, verifications and assessments regarding matters such as, but not limited to:

criminal record checks


reference checks


previous employment


open source checks


credit/financial status

DCC's Code of Business Conduct (Code) is a condition of employment. It serves to enhance public confidence in the integrity of DCC Employees and provides clarity to Employees on a number of issues, including real or perceived conflicts of interest. Before applying to this (or any) position at DCC, candidates shall familiarize themselves with the Code, because new employees are required to certify that they have read, understood, and agreed to observe the Code upon commencing work at DCC. Employees are further required to review their obligations under the Code and notify the President's Office of any changes in their circumstances at the earliest possible opportunity, and to complete the Annual Update once a year.



Be part of a diverse and inclusive workplace!


At DCC, we are committed to ensuring everyone has a voice and can be their authentic selves in our workplace. We actively encourage applications from all, including but not limited to, women, Indigenous Peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities and members of the LGBTQ2+ community. We also welcome applications from those who are not Canadian citizens who are eligible to work in Canada and have at least 5 years of verifiable background information.


DCC's goal is to provide barrier-free access to employment opportunities and workspaces for employees and candidates. If you require an accommodation for the recruitment/interview process (including alternate formats of materials, accessible meeting rooms or other accommodations), please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs. Should you require accommodation, please email careers@dcc-cdc.gc.ca.