NAV CANADA

Manager, Security Programs and Governance

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada (city only)

Full-time

First seen by offpeak October 27, 2026

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Job Posting Title

Manager, Security Programs and Governance

Job Category

CORP SERV Management

Language Requirements

Bilingual Preferred / Bilingue de préférence

In the event a qualified bilingual candidate is not found, a qualified unilingual candidate will be considered. / Dans l’éventualité où un candidat bilingue qualifié n’est pas disponible, un candidat unilingue qualifié sera considéré.

Flexible Work Agreement Type

Hybrid / Hybride

Posting End Date

2026-11-08

Job Grade

L2 Zone A

Pay Range

Commensurate with Experience / Selon l’expérience

Job Summary

Reporting to the Director, Security and Emergency Planning, the Manager, Security Programs and Governance provides portfolio leadership, strategic program direction and enterprise governance for NAV CANADA's Corporate Security Program The position is accountable for translating the Security strategy into the governance, risk management, compliance, assurance and protective security frameworks and capabilities that safeguard the organization's people, information, facilities, technology, operations and reputation. The position contributes to the development of the security strategy, and it translates into priorities and performance expectations. The role is responsible for establishing policies, standards, and methodologies; provides leadership through managers responsible for program delivery; and serves as NAV CANADA's senior advisor to the Director and senior leaders for security governance and security risk management, corporate security, regulatory compliance, critical infrastructure protection and organizational resilience influencing enterprise decision-making and organizational priorities.

Job Description

What NAV CANADA offers you:

Challenging, team-oriented work environment
Competitive compensation and benefits
Defined benefit pension plan
Opportunities for growth and development
Flexible work arrangements
Diverse and inclusive workforce

In this role you will:

Lead the development and execution of enterprise security strategies, governance frameworks, policies, and programs that support organizational resilience and critical infrastructure protection.

Provide strategic oversight of security risk management, compliance, assurance, and audit activities, ensuring alignment with regulatory requirements and industry best practices.

Direct and enhance protective security programs, including personnel security, physical security, information protection, and enterprise security awareness initiatives.

Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leadership by identifying emerging risks, recommending mitigation strategies, and providing expert guidance on security priorities, investments, and organizational resilience.

Foster a strong security culture by championing enterprise-wide education, awareness, and competency development programs.

Provide leadership during security incidents and collaborate with business partners to support integrated incident management, crisis response, and continuity planning.

Lead and develop a team of managers and security professionals, driving performance, capability development, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Build and maintain strategic relationships with government agencies, regulators, law enforcement, industry partners, and internal stakeholders to advance security objectives and strengthen organizational partnerships.

Represent the organization in executive governance forums and external security committees, influencing decisions and promoting security best practices across the enterprise.

What you bring:

Bachelor’s Degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience in Corporate Security and Emergency Planning.

Minimum 7 years of progressive experience in corporate security, emergency management, business continuity, resilience or a related field within a complex enterprise environment.

Demonstrated experience leading enterprise governance, compliance, risk management or assurance programs.

Experience developing and implementing policies, standards, frameworks and performance measurement programs.

Experience influencing senior leaders and leading cross-functional initiatives involving multiple stakeholders.

Advanced knowledge of corporate security, risk management, governance, compliance and assurance principles and practices.

Advanced knowledge of security, emergency management, business continuity, crisis management and operational resilience frameworks and methodologies.

Knowledge of threat, vulnerability and risk assessment methodologies and enterprise risk management principles.

Knowledge of security-related legislation, regulatory requirements and standards, including CGP/ITAR, CISP, PSLP, CARs and associated compliance frameworks.

Knowledge of governance, policy development, performance measurement and audit or assurance practices.

Knowledge of project management and organizational change management methodologies.

Knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends related to security, resilience and critical infrastructure protection.

Knowledge of security program management and organizational leadership practices required to lead multiple program areas through managers.

Proficiency with Microsoft 365 applications and reporting tools.

How others describe you:

Strong leadership and relationship management skills with the ability to influence stakeholders and build effective partnerships across all levels of the organization.
Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and drive collaboration in complex and evolving environments.
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex risks, strategies and governance matters to diverse audiences, including senior leadership.
Strong analytical, problem-solving and decision-making skills, with the ability to assess risk, evaluate options and provide sound recommendations.
Proven ability to manage competing priorities, lead change and deliver results in a dynamic environment.
Strong facilitation, negotiation and consensus-building skills with the ability to reconcile differing stakeholder interests and gain commitment to organizational objectives.
Ability to provide leadership, coaching and professional guidance to managers, program leads and subject matter experts.
Excellent organizational and planning skills with a demonstrated ability to manage enterprise initiatives and governance activities.
Ability to translate enterprise strategy into portfolio strategies, frameworks, standards, implementation plans and measurable outcomes.
Strong governance, assurance and performance-management capabilities, with the ability to assess program effectiveness, identify capability gaps and drive continuous improvement.

Working Conditions:

This position is a hybrid position with a minimum – 3 days per week on site.
Exposure to tight deadlines, conflicting demands, and changing priorities. May be required to support business units nationally during abnormal work periods and under stressful conditions.
Occasional domestic travel with potential for transborder and international trips.

Behaviour Statement:

All employees of NAV CANADA are expected to demonstrate behaviours aligned with company’s Code of Business Conduct, values, safety and objectives. This includes adherence to any safety policies, standards, and procedures corresponding to job responsibilities and duties.

NAV CANADA is committed to building a skilled, diverse workforce reflective of Canadian society. If you do not believe that you match every job requirement listed on this job posting, we still encourage you to apply. NAV CANADA encourages a culture of learning and growth, and recognizes that although some technical skills are mandatory, many others can be taught.

Our Company strives to create an inclusive and barrier-free selection process and work environment. If you require accommodations during this competition process, please ensure that you inform the interview coordinator or hiring manager of any accommodation measures you may require. NAV CANADA will provide accommodations throughout the recruitment and selection process to applicants with disabilities as required.

The successful candidate must meet the security requirement of the position and be legally able to work in Canada.

NAV CANADA may use automated or AI‑enabled tools to help manage applications and identify job‑related qualifications. These tools do not make final hiring decisions. All hiring decisions are reviewed and made by NAV CANADA recruitment professionals and hiring managers.

We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for next steps will be contacted.