Maritime Security Officer (Niagara-on-the-Lake)

Maritime Security Officer – National Defence (Canadian Coast Guard)

Effective Date: 1 September 2025 (Canadian Coast Guard has transferred to DND by Order-in-Council.)

Closing Date: August 15, 2026 – 23:59 Pacific Time

Reference Number: DND26J-182747-000191 / Selection process number 26-DND-EA-CCG-673991

Locations: Victoria (British Columbia), Halifax (Nova Scotia), Niagara-on-Lake (Ontario)

Salary: $84,174 to $95,704

Level: GT-05

Overview

The Marine Security Operations Centres (MSOC) provide effective maritime security by collocating agencies with a security and/or safety mandate. The Canadian Coast Guard monitors activities 24/7/365 using radar, LRIT, AIS, INNAV, and provides maritime expertise to identify threats.

Responsibilities

• Collect, analyze, and report maritime data to support operational decision‑making.
• Monitor activities in Canadian waters for the Canadian Coast Guard using radar, LRIT, AIS, INNAV.
• Interpret and assess on‑water activities to detect threats.
• Coordinate with partner agencies (DND, RCMP, CBSA, Transport Canada, Fisheries and Oceans Canada, etc.).
• Provide situational awareness to the National Command Centre (NCC) and maintain a 24/7 strategic communications channel.
• Support the National Incident Management Team during major incidents through alerting, coordination, and information management.

Qualifications & Experience

• Secondary school diploma or approved alternative (e.g., satisfactory PSC test).
• Minimum of two years of experience in an operations centre or maritime operations centre.
• Experience gathering and synthesizing information from multiple sources, conducting analyses, and developing reports.
• Experience in a seagoing or shore‑based work environment within the Canadian Coast Guard operations.
• Experience using navigation, mapping, GIS or other geospatial software.
• Experience in handling sensitive or classified documents.

Knowledge & Skills

• Understanding of maritime domain awareness (MDA) and the Canadian Coast Guard’s contribution.
• Knowledge of MSOC partner agencies, programs, and services.
• Knowledge of intelligence collection and analysis.
• Ability to analyze information and make recommendations to management.
• Ability to work under pressure and set priorities in a changing environment.
• Effective oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with partners and/or clients.
• Initiative, judgment, discretion, flexibility, integrity and respect.

Language Requirements

• Official Language Proficiency in English (essential). Bilingual proficiency may be required (BBB/BBB).

Additional / Asset Qualifications

• Post‑secondary education relating to position specialisations.
• Occupational certifications: Transport Canada Marine Certificate of Competency, DND Marine Certificate, MCTS Officer certification, Search & Rescue Coordinator certificate.
• Experience building and maintaining cooperative working relationships with stakeholders.
• Experience analyzing and reporting vessel or vehicle activity.

Operational Requirements

• Willingness and ability to work overtime and on short notice.
• Willingness and availability to travel.
• Willingness to work a variable 24/7 schedule.
• Willingness to wear and maintain a Canadian Coast Guard uniform.
• Secret security clearance required.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. Candidates belonging to Indigenous Peoples, visible minorities, persons with disabilities, or women are encouraged to apply. First‑choice consideration may be given to spouses or common‑law partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces members.

Work Environment

The Canadian Coast Guard is a special operating agency within DND and provides front‑line services 24 hours a day, 7 days a week to protect Canada’s marine environment, support economic growth, and defend sovereignty.