Chief Security Officer

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.

Working at EBC means being part of a thriving company that operates in a variety of sectors across Canada. It also means working for a company concerned about the health and well-being of its employees by offering them a variety of actions and programs.

Want to join forces with a talented and dynamic team? Are you looking for an enjoyable work environment with excellent working conditions? EBC is the ideal place to take on new challenges and advance your career.

Responsibilities

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 regulationsPersonnel & Clearance Management

Oversee security screening processes: Reliability Status, Secret, and Top Secret clearances

Administer onboarding and offboarding security briefings

Implement ongoing employee security awareness and insider threat programsPhysical & Project Site Security

Develop and enforce security plans across head office, construction sites, and high-sensitivity project zones

Coordinate physical access control, surveillance systems, and storage of controlled goods

Collaborate with Defense Construction Canada (DCC) and project stakeholders to align with contract-specific requirementsInformation & Cybersecurity Oversight

Ensure secure handling, storage, and transmission of protected/classified data in compliance with CSE, NIST, and ITSG-33

Work closely with IT and compliance teams on implementation of cyber controls, risk assessments, and incident response

Lead or support investigations involving sensitive government information or data breachesContract Security & Proposal Support

Review and complete Security Requirements Checklists (SRCLs)

Evaluate new projects and tenders for compliance with federal security requirements

Support proposals and contracts with appropriate risk assessments and mitigation plansIncident Response & Investigations

Lead internal investigations into breaches, suspicious activity, or compliance gaps

Document findings, report to applicable authorities, and implement corrective actions

Conduct tabletop exercises and test the organization’s emergency preparedness

Act as EBC’s designated security representative with PSPC, CISD, CSIS, CSE, DND, and related agencies

Participate in security briefings, inter-agency working groups, and contract reviews

Maintain up-to-date knowledge of evolving regulations, standards, and best practices

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

Conditions offered by EBC

5 weeks’ of annual vacation

Flexible group insurance program upon entry

Group RRSP with employer contribution to a Deferred Profit-Sharing Plan (DPSP)

24-hour access to a virtual doctor (telemedicine)

Training and development programs

Employee assistance program

Diverse, innovative and stimulating environmentA company built on values of respect, integrity and a job well done

Firm recognized as one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies.

In accordance with our policy, we will communicate only with the selected candidates for an interview.

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