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Job Description

The Office of the Sergeant-at-Arms and Corporate Security (SAA-CS) is currently looking to staff a Security Project Officer (SPO) position for a 12-month contract with the possibility of extension.

The SPO is accountable for managing and coordinating security operations for the program, and other internal security projects for the Corporate Security Office (CSO), from planning, to close-out, in accordance with the House Administration project management practices and processes supporting the Corporate Security Office.

The SPO coordinates operations to assist the Security Project Manager (SPM) with day-to-day project management, design, security operations, data analysis, security screenings, and development of policy and operational maintenance plans.

Top Reasons to Join the Security Project Management and Technical Operations Team

The Security Program Management Office is responsible for managing the House of Commons security requirements for all Long-Term Vision and Plan (LTVP) and tenant services projects. In a collaborative environment, this opportunity allows you to work in a multidisciplinary team across the SAA-CS. As a Security Project Officer, you will be challenged to think strategically and use your technical skills to assess, design and implement solutions. Your strong analytical skills will serve you in understanding the threats and knowing how to mitigate risks. If you are a technical and analytical leader, passionate with cutting edge technology and client-centric oriented, this position may be for you.

Contributions to the team:

• Leverage advanced analysis techniques to produce action items.
• Perform site inspections and gather relevant data.
• Design and test for hardware/software projects.

Qualifications

Education :

• Successful completion of post-secondary education with a focus on the following: engineering, electrical engineering, software engineering, telecommunications engineering, computer science, physics, optical systems.

Experiences :

• Experience in project coordination;
• Experience in coordinating multiple and conflicting requirements and priorities, and working with subject matter experts in the fields of architecture, engineering, security, construction and procurement;
• Experience in troubleshooting and debugging technical systems;
• Managing client requests, asking the right questions to clarify needs, making recommendations, and communicating requirements and expectations clearly.

Assets :
Experience or formal training in the following fields will be considered assets:

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or other relevant fields;
• Knowledge of Nondestructive testing including Thermography, X-Ray, Ultrasound testing;
• Knowledge of Wireless communications, signal processing, telecommunications, and backend development;
• Knowledge of Machine Learning and Artificial Intelligence.

Working Conditions:

• Ability to work at heights (formal training will be provided);
• Ability to stand for extended periods;
• Ability to work on a construction site;
• Ability to work in tight spaces;
• Ability to work on a ladder;
• Ability to perform physical work and carry items up to 50 pounds;
• Candidates must be able to obtain a Top Secret clearance;
• The role requires that the incumbent work onsite and support operational requirements with flexible hours and occasional overtime. Hours of operations would range between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. Monday to Friday, with the requirement to work some evenings. The incumbent could be subject to travel throughout Canada.

Additional Information

We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace by providing a barrier-free recruitment and selection process. If you have an accommodation request, require material in an accessible format, or need additional support with the application process, please contact Recruitment and Selection Services at HOCCareers-CarrieresCDC@parl.gc.ca.

Each bilingual position is assigned a linguistic profile that identifies the level of second language proficiency for reading comprehension, written expression and oral interaction required. The profile for this position is BBC. Consideration may be given to candidates with other linguistic profiles.

This posting will remain advertised until all business requirements are met. Applicants who meet the qualifications may be contacted for further assessment at any time.

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Qualified candidates may be considered for future vacancies for this role or for other similar and/or related roles on an indeterminate and/or fixed term basis.

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