Are you looking for a role that will challenge you? Do you like collaborating with internal teams to safeguard the organization’s infrastructure, contribute to information security governance, and support operational processes to protect against cyber threats? Would you like to be in a role where you will ensure compliance with regulatory standards and develop cybersecurity policies and procedures? If you answered yes, then this may be the job for you! Apply for our new graduate cybersecurity role today!
What will you be doing!
- Nuclear Cybersecurity
- Conducting risk assessments and vulnerability analysis to identify and mitigate cyber threats to our assets.
- Implementing and maintaining cyber security controls and protocols to protect critical infrastructure and systems.
- Collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure the security of Operational Technologies and Cyber Essential Assets.
- Information Security
- Implementing security measures to safeguard data and information assets.
- Conducting security assessments to evaluate the effectiveness of existing controls.
- Assisting in developing, reviewing, and enforcing information security policies, procedures, and standards.
- Ensuring policies are comprehensive, up-to-date, and effective across all teams.
- Operational Security
- Being knowledgeable in cybersecurity, cloud computing, and/or machine learning.
- Monitoring, detecting, and responding to cybersecurity incidents and breaches affecting information systems.
- Providing guidance and support to operational teams in integrating cybersecurity into our processes and workflows.
- Continuously assessing and enhancing the security posture of operational systems and networks.
- Other duties as assigned by your manager.
What we are looking for:
- Education
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Cybersecurity, Information Security, Nuclear Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
- Preferred coursework or specialization in cybersecurity, nuclear security, risk management or related fields.
- Additional certifications or training in cybersecurity, such as Security +, CISSP (Certified Information Systems Security Professional), or other industry-recognized certifications are advantageous.
- Experience
- Solid understanding of cybersecurity principles, standards, and best practices.
- Knowledge of nuclear cybersecurity principles and regulations is desirable but not required.
- Familiarity with common security frameworks such as NIST (National Institute of Standards and Technology), ISO or CIS (Center for Internet Security).
- Proficiency in key technical areas such as network security, encryption, authentication, and access control mechanisms are beneficial.
- Familiarity with security technologies and tools used for cybersecurity defense and monitoring (SIEM, IDS, NAC) solutions.
- Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills, along with attention to detail, are essential for identifying and mitigating security risks and vulnerabilities.
- Effective written and verbal communication skills are crucial for collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders, including technical teams and management.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and independently in achieving common goals and objectives.
- Security Clearance Eligibility Required
- Level 2 Secret requires a minimum of 7 years of verifiable history in Canada, Australia, New Zealand, the United States, and/or the United Kingdom. CNL implements security screening in accordance with the Treasury Board of Canada Secretariat's “Standard on Security Screening” and the “Policy on Government Security.”
Why CNL?
Does working with a team across Canada to advance nuclear science and technology for a clean and secure world speak to you? We're reinventing ourselves to be the pacesetters so we can lead the charge in solving the problems that matter, like building the next generation of clean nuclear and hydrogen energy solutions, developing new and better-targeted cancer treatments, and continuing to lead the world in environmental remediation.
We offer a complete total rewards package :
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, floater & personal);
- Benefits effective day one, that’s right, no waiting period;
- Tuition support
- and a pension!
Do Our Priorities Resonate with You?
- Clean energy for today and tomorrow.
- Restore and protect the Environment.
- Contribute to the health of Canadians.
Location:
CNL’s Chalk River laboratory is nestled in the Ottawa Valley and affords our employees an environmentally pristine area with extensive forests, hills, and numerous small lakes. These support a variety of wildlife typical to the southern edge of the Canadian Shield. Many surrounding towns, such as Pembroke, Petawawa, and Deep River, provide unparalleled outdoor adventures at your doorstep!
CNL works with employees across our Canadian locations to enable a hybrid workforce where possible. Our Hybrid employees work with their manager to establish expectations for when they will be on-site vs. working from home.
CNL is committed to providing an atmosphere free from barriers that promotes equity, diversity, and inclusion in achieving our mission. CNL welcomes and celebrates employees, stakeholders, and partners of all racial, cultural, and ethnic identities. Please read here for more on our DE&I Commitment.
CNL also supports a workplace environment and corporate culture built on our Core Values: Respect, Teamwork, Accountability, Safety, Integrity, and Excellence. These values encourage equitable employment practices and career prospects, including accommodations for all employees.
CNL is committed to being an equal-opportunity employer. If you require accommodation measures during any phase of the hiring process, please indicate via our ATS when applying. All information received regarding accommodation requests will be kept confidential.
The Chalk River Laboratories site is located on the unceded and unsurrendered territory of the Algonquin Anishinaabe people. As an organization, CNL recognizes and appreciates their historic connection to this place. CNL also recognizes the contributions that First Nations, Métis, Inuit and other Indigenous Peoples have made, both in shaping and strengthening this community in particular, and this province and country as a whole.
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