The Canadian Air Transport Security Authority (CATSA) has one (1) exciting indeterminate opportunity within the Operations branch at the CATSA HQ.
This position represents an opportunity for career-driven individuals seeking a position within an organization that inspires growth and promotes excellence to make a difference and contribute to CATSA’s unique culture as it strives to excel in air transport security.
Why is CATSA a great fit for you?
CATSA is world leader in aviation security and screening with a mandate to protect the public. A Crown corporation, it features a mix of public service and private sector diverse backgrounds in which is reflective of the varied background of its employees. CATSA encourages innovation and creativity and offers a healthy and diverse workplace where employees work in an environment where they can be their true selves and feel energized and proud.
If you are a motivated professional seeking a position within a multifunctional and collaborative environment and you are looking for the next great adventure, CATSA is the place for you!
Summary of responsibilities:
The Analyst, Performance Programs is responsible for researching and contributing to the design, development, planning and deployment of performance programs, including Threat Image Projection System (TIPS) and Testing. The incumbent is also responsible for monitoring evolving terrorist threats and contributing to the assessment of new threats to aviation security. The Analyst, Performance Programs performs all other duties and responsibilities related to the position as required.
What you need to succeed
To qualify for the position, you must have:
• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a specialization in security studies, performance measurement, international affairs, or another speciality relevant to the duties of the position or equivalent experience.
• A minimum of two years of experience analyzing policies or business issues and providing recommendations to management.
• Experience in performance assessment, performance measurement or quality assurance.
• Strong analytical capability and knowledge of program development and data analysis and reporting tools and methodologies.
This position is best suited to individuals with the following skills and abilities:
• Time management skills and a proven ability to produce results within tight deadlines.
• Effective communication skills (both orally and in writing) in conveying operating standards and procedures.
• Project coordination skills.
• Ability to liaise with and engage others.
• Ability to learn quickly and apply new concepts.
• Ability to synthesize and interpret data and complex information.
• Ability to work successfully independently and in a team environment.
• Strong creative problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills.
Valuable skills include:
• Understanding of the Canadian and International threat landscape as related to civil aviation.
• Knowledge of CATSA’s mandate and priorities, as well as an awareness of relevant legislation impacting CATSA.
• Experience in working with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Experience in conducting audits, compliance assessments, security reviews and/or risk assessments.
• Knowledge of conventional and unconventional terrorist threats, including explosives and improvised explosive devices.
• Experience in diagnosing and troubleshooting basic computer system/ X-ray technical issues.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement practices and principles.
Specific work requirements
• Ability to work overtime as required;
• Ability to travel as required
• Language Profile: English essential;
• Ability to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; and
• Be a Canadian citizen or permanent resident.
