Corporate Security Specialist

WSP in Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 95,000 - 138,000; Full time

Job summary

WSP in Canada is seeking a Corporate Security Specialist to support the development and administration of the corporate security program, with a focus on Government of Canada and defence-related projects. The role covers risk assessments, objective setting, and collaboration with the Corporate Security Officer to ensure regulatory compliance and asset protection.

The successful candidate will guide security requirements, maintain documentation for contracts and site visits, and provide training

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• 6 to 8 years of experience in a similar highly confidential role.
• Strong knowledge of security regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and remain focused on new responsibilities and recurring tasks.
• Government of Canada Level II Secret security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one, is a condition of employment.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to quickly learn internal HSE platforms.
• Bilingualism in French and English is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Participate in corporate security risk assessments and identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop short-, mid-, and long-term security objectives based on completed risk assessments.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Security Officer and act as backup when required.
• Support security requirements related to Government of Canada and defence client work, including contract security obligations.
• Ensure compliance with the Government of Canada Contract Security Program, including personnel security clearances, Requests for Visits, Security Requirements Checklists, project threat and risk assessments, safeguarding of information and assets, and secure zone management.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to align with security regulations and requirements.
• Prepare, track, and audit security-related documentation for contracts, subcontracts, site visits, and project requirements.
• Participate in project start‑up meetings and deliver security briefings when required.
• Provide training, advice, and guidance to employees and leaders on security matters and best practices.
• Collaborate with teams across HR, IT, operations, and compliance to support an integrated approach to security and asset protection.
• Assess physical security risks, investigate security incidents, and recommend corrective or preventive actions.
• Monitor emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies to maintain the relevance and effectiveness of security programs.

Skills

Security risk assessments

Regulatory knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Attention to detail

Initiative / independent work

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Office Suite

Bilingual French/English

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related field

Tools

HSE platforms

Job description

Corporate Security Specialist

Support the development and administration of WSP’s Corporate Security Program, excluding cybersecurity/IT and facility security, and provide security services for Government of Canada and defence-related projects.

Your Impact

• Participate in corporate security risk assessments and identify improvement opportunities.
• Develop short-, mid-, and long-term security objectives based on completed risk assessments.
• Collaborate with the Corporate Security Officer and act as backup when required.
• Support security requirements related to Government of Canada and defence client work, including contract security obligations.
• Ensure compliance with the Government of Canada Contract Security Program, including personnel security clearances, Requests for Visits, Security Requirements Checklists, project threat and risk assessments, safeguarding of information and assets, and secure zone management.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders to align with security regulations and requirements.
• Prepare, track, and audit security-related documentation for contracts, subcontracts, site visits, and project requirements.
• Participate in project start‑up meetings and deliver security briefings when required.
• Provide training, advice, and guidance to employees and leaders on security matters and best practices.
• Collaborate with teams across HR, IT, operations, and compliance to support an integrated approach to security and asset protection.
• Assess physical security risks, investigate security incidents, and recommend corrective or preventive actions.
• Monitor emerging threats, vulnerabilities, and technologies to maintain the relevance and effectiveness of security programs.

The Skills That Set You Apart

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 6 to 8 years of experience in a similar highly confidential role.
• Strong knowledge of security regulations, standards, and best practices.
• Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organisational skills.
• Ability to take initiative, work independently, and remain focused on new responsibilities and recurring tasks.
• Government of Canada Level II Secret security clearance, or eligibility to obtain one, is a condition of employment.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Teams and Microsoft Office Suite, and the ability to quickly learn internal HSE platforms.
• Bilingualism in French and English is an asset.

Compensation

AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $104,100 – $138,000
MB & ON: $95,000 – $130,800
NB, NL, NS, PEI & QC: $94,100 – $124,900