Nuclear Security Leader - Canada

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Nuclear Security Leader to support the GE Vernova Hitachi (GVH) Small Modular Reactor (SMR) business in Canada. In this position you will identify, communicate, implement, and oversee applicable regulatory and corporate requirements, standards, and processes related to information, personnel, and physical security at GVH facilities in Canada.

Key Responsibilities

• Evaluate U.S. and Canadian security requirements to identify equivalencies, gaps, and implementation needs.
• Establish access control and physical security procedures for GVH sites in Canada in accordance with applicable regulations and corporate standards.
• Develop a framework for the interface between licensees and the GVH information security program, including matters related to classified information, safeguards information, and security‑related proprietary information.
• Facilitate and oversee background checks, security clearances, and related approvals for the GVH Canada team to ensure compliance with Personnel Security, Information Security, and Import/Export Control requirements.
• Collaborate with new reactor security design engineers as needed.
• Serve as the Single Point of Contact (SPOC) with customers to ensure security compliance requirements are met.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited university or college or at least 5 years of experience in Nuclear and/or Industrial Security Program.
• Minimum 5 years of nuclear security experience associated with an operating nuclear power facility in Canada, including at least 3 years in a management role.
• Minimum 2 years of experience with, and strong working knowledge of, the security requirements of the Nuclear Safety and Control Act, Nuclear Security Regulations, Nuclear Non‑proliferation Import and Export Control Regulations, and relevant security‑related regulatory documents (e.g., CNSC REGDOC‑2.12).

Eligibility & Security Clearance

• Eligible for a Level II Security Clearance through the Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS).
• Ability to respond to a site within 90 minutes.
• Ability to conduct on‑site visits and assessments within Canada and travel to the United States as necessary.
• Position reports onsite to the Markham office 3 days a week.
• Legally authorized to work in Canada.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience or training associated with the Canadian Nuclear Security Industry (CNSC), whether in government or private sector.
• Knowledge of the Incident Command System (ICS).
• Demonstrated proficiency in implementing prescribed, protected, and classified information security programs in compliance with CNSC, CSIS, RCMP, and Treasury Board requirements.
• Operational knowledge of interpreting and applying licensee security‑related procedures.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and project management skills.
• Demonstrated experience conducting threat and risk assessments and applying the results to security planning and compliance.
• Ability to lead, document, plan, and execute security programs and projects.
• Strong interpersonal, leadership, and communication skills, including the ability to explain complex issues to non‑technical audiences and influence stakeholders.

Additional Requirements

• Position requires access to and/or use of information subject to U.S. Export Control Laws; legal citizenship must be from the U.S. Department of Energy’s List of Generally Authorized Countries (10CFR Part810 AppendixA) unless specific authorization is obtained or the candidate is a U.S. citizen, national, permanent resident, or protected individual under U.S. immigration law.
• Employment contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation; drug screen requirement not applicable if role is based in Canada.
• Strong consideration will be given to Indigenous persons (First Nations, Métis, and/or Inuit).

Compensation & Benefits

• Pay range: $118K–$168K CAD, based on experience, education, and skill set.
• Discretionary annual bonus eligibility.
• Relocation assistance provided.
• Posting is for an existing vacancy (#LI‑BB1).