House of Commons Looking for Analyst, Open Source Intelligence at Ottawa, ON Full Time

Bilingual Imperative (English / French)

• Reading comprehension: Advanced Level (C)
• Written expression: Intermediate Level (B)
• Oral interaction: Advanced level (C)

If you dream of joining an organization that is small enough to be noticed and big enough to provide a meaningful career, we want to hear from you!

Our Commitment to Inclusion, Diversity, Equity and Accessibility:
As a key component of its strategic plan, the House of Commons is set on being a leader in inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility. As such, we design and continuously evolve our practices to ensure that everyone can fully and equitably participate to the upmost of their abilities. We value that everyone has a contribution to make and has the potential for individual growth. We are One House that leverages diversity in all its forms.

About the Role:

The House of Commons is currently looking to staff the Analyst, Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) position.

The Office of the Sergeant-at-Arms and Corporate Security is responsible for providing critical corporate management services (e.g. leading strategic, business, financial, human resources and operational planning; monitoring, evaluation, policy coordination and oversight) and acts as a corporate change agent to continuously enhance the SAA-CS’s business performance and management practices.

The Open Source Intelligence (OSINT) Analyst is accountable for the ongoing collection, integration and analysis of OSINT data gathered from a wide range of publicly available sources, social media platforms, traditional and non-traditional internet sites, and for validating the data, sources and timeliness of such data in producing intelligence reports. Responsibilities include analyzing and linking new data with previously conducted intelligence analysis as well as referring identified or adverse information for more in-depth investigation by the Risk Management and Investigations team. The incumbent makes recommendations on improving OSINT data collection processes and tools, as well as in the improvement of information systems and processes.

Position location: Ottawa, Ontario

Top Reasons to Join the Corporate Security Operations Team:
We’re dedicated to building an inclusive culture where employees can do their best work. We ensure that employees feel valued by helping them grow as people, not just as professionals. In a collaborative environment, this opportunity allows you to work in a multidisciplinary team across the Office of the Sergeant at arms and Corporate Security (SAA-CS). Your ability to effectively manage/coordinate multiple requirements and changing priorities are required to perform the work. As you will be asked to provide comprehensive review/summary of information to managers, your strong analytic skills will be sought.

Training and development opportunities

Work-life balance/35 hours workweek

4 weeks vacation (minimum)

Hybrid work environment:

Over the last couple of years, our organization has developed the ability to successfully adapt to new ways of working while continuing to deliver valuable services to Members of Parliament and the House of Commons Administration. As a result, we will continue to foster autonomy by establishing a flexible hybrid approach where possible. Leaders across the organization are working with their teams to determine the appropriate balance of on-site versus remote work for their roles that will result in a positive outcome for both the organization and its people.

• Undergraduate degree in History, Journalism, Political Science, Sociology, International Studies, Criminology or a related field OR acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

• Experience liaising and coordinating with various stakeholders (internal & external);
• Knowledge and understanding of Parliament Hill and the House of Commons as an institution;
• Experience using Record Management Systems, softwares and communications tools;
• Advanced critical thinking and analytical skills;
• Knowledge and familiarity of various major Social Media platforms;
• Experience in the coordination of services/materials (i.e. briefs, reports, assessments, etc);
• Strong Communication, client service, and interpersonal skills.

• Experience within the security industry such as: the intelligence community, corporate security, private investigations, investigative journalism, law enforcement, crisis communications, public relations, or social/digital media;
• Experience in the use of open source intelligence tools, techniques and procedures to conduct online investigations and research involving the collection, integration and analysis of data from multiple open data media sources, internet and social media technology platforms;
• Experience drafting intelligence briefings, security assessments and threat/risk analyses;
• Experience using social media platforms and technology, the implications of their policies and rules of practice, and of the best practices approach for the removal of offensive or threatening information.

Candidates will be evaluated against House of Commons Administration Competency Framework – Professional/Advisory.

Accommodation Request: You are invited to email [email protected] for support if there is any need for accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process.

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy: Effective June 20, 2022, the requirement for all individuals to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to gain entry to the Parliamentary Precinct is being suspended. Please note, however, that the House of Commons reserves the right to reinstate the same or similar requirements at any time without further notice.

Other preventative measures will continue to be taken to ensure health and safety during the recruitment process in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic until further notice.

Application Process: Please note that only applications submitted through our Career Portal will be accepted. Applications must be submitted no later than 11:59 p.m. (Eastern Standard Time) on 2022-12-18.

Competency Framework PDF

Additional Essential information PDF