Chief Security Officer

Job Description

EBC thinks outside the box and deploys all its know-how to carry out complex projects. Our vast expertise in building, industrial and civil, allows us to actively participate in some of the most predominant projects in Canada.

At EBC we aim to built excellence in every aspect of our work.

As a Bilingual Corporate Security Officer (CSO), you will be responsible for leading and overseeing all aspects of EBC’s corporate, site, personnel, and information security programs. Operating within a high-compliance environment, you will ensure EBC meets all federal and contractual obligations under the Controlled Goods Program (CGP), Contract Security Program (CSP), and relevant cybersecurity standards (NIST, CMMC, ITSG-33).

You’ll serve as the primary liaison with federal agencies, including Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC), and ensure security is embedded in our culture, operations, and infrastructure across Canada.

Governance & Compliance

• Develop and maintain EBC’s corporate security framework, policies, and compliance systems
• Manage certifications including FSC (Facility Security Clearance) and DOS (Designated Organization Screening)
• Lead audits, inspections, and reporting obligations under PSPC and CISD regulations

Personnel & Clearance Management

Physical & Project Site Security

Information & Cybersecurity Oversight

Contract Security & Proposal Support

Incident Response & Investigations

Government & Stakeholder Liaison

Requirements

Benefits

Requirements

Valid Secret (Level II) clearance (or ability to obtain); Top Secret preferred MUST be fluent in both French and English, written and verbal 5–10 years in a senior security role, preferably in construction, defense, or federal contracting Strong knowledge of Canadian federal security protocols, including CSP, CGP, ITAR, ISP, and CSE cybersecurity programs Proven leadership in managing security for infrastructure or civil construction projects Skilled in cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders including Legal, HR, IT, and Operations Excellent written and verbal communication; strong documentation and audit readiness CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional) CISM (Certified Information Security Manager) Government of Canada Security Screening Certification PSPC- or RCMP-recognized Emergency Preparedness or Security Training Travel will be required from time to time to project and regional offices Must be eligible to work in Canada and obtain / maintain required security clearances