Physical Security Consultant

Tiree; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated security consultant to enhance client safety through comprehensive risk assessments and tailored physical security measures. In this pivotal role, you will develop trusted relationships with clients, ensuring their facilities are safeguarded against emerging threats. You will collaborate with diverse teams to create Security Master Plans and conduct thorough security audits, all while staying updated on the latest industry trends. This position offers a unique opportunity to shape your career in a supportive environment that values diversity and inclusion, making a significant impact on client security and safety.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in risk assessments and physical security measures.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective security solutions.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Threat and Risk Assessments and develop customized security measures.
• Collaborate with project teams to assess and implement physical security needs.

Skills

Risk Assessment

Physical Security Design

Analytical Skills

Problem-Solving Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Degree in Security Management

Diploma in Security Systems Technology

Certification (ASIS, PSP, CPP)

Job description

Reporting to the VP, Security and Smart Technologies, you will be a key player in safeguarding our clients' facilities and assets. Leveraging your skills in physical security, you will be responsible for providing high quality and responsive security consulting, assessing the threats and risks faced by Tiree’s clients and recommend and design measures to safeguard their facilities and assets.

What You’ll Do:

1. Develop relationships by becoming a trusted security advisor and gaining a deep understanding of the security specifics and needs of Tiree’s clients.
2. Collaborate with project teams to assess the physical security needs of our clients and develop customized safeguards and security measures.
3. Conduct Threat and Risk Assessments (TRAs) and support the development of highly complex TRAs.
4. Determine and recommend physical security measures considering policies, people, and technologies that considers the principles of prevention, detection, response, and recovery to safeguard the facilities and assets of Tiree’s clients.
5. Support the development of Security Master Plans, Security Standards, Budgetary Estimates, and Implementation Plans.
6. Develop Concept Designs which includes systems descriptions and physical security mitigation strategies to address the identified requirements.
7. Conduct and/or support the development of Security Audits, Operational Reviews, site reviews, and security programs.
8. Develop and/or support the development of early design documentation such as Security Design Briefs, Concept of Operations, Preliminary Security Requirements, and other as required.
9. Review and provide input into the development of construction project documentation such as Functional Programs, Schematic Design, Conceptual and Detailed Designs, etc.
10. Assist in the planning and implementation of physical security policies and procedures, ensuring they align with the requirements.
11. Stay current with emerging physical security trends, technologies, and threats, incorporating them into the proposed mitigation measures.

What You’ll Bring:

1. Degree or diploma in a related field such as security management, security systems technology, electrical engineering, or computer science.
2. Industry certification (examples include ASIS Board Certified, PSP, CPP, or other relevant certification such as PMP, CSPM, etc.)
3. Proven experience in risk assessments, determination of security risk mitigation strategies and design and implementation of physical security measures and safeguards, with a minimum of 5 years in a similar role.
4. Familiarity with relevant codes, standards, and regulations (e.g., ASIS, NFPA, UL).
5. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills to assess security risks and develop effective solutions.
6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
7. Existing Government of Canada Secret clearance.

At Tiree, we believe careers should be as unique as the individuals who build them. That’s why we offer our employees the opportunity to carve out a career pathway tailored to their ambitions, supported by the right training, tools, and mentorship to help them succeed.

We appreciate you taking the time to apply and are committed to getting back to you in a timely manner and delivering an efficient and enjoyable interview process.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Be you.

We strive to create a culture of diversity, equity and inclusion where everyone at Tiree feels welcome, supported and celebrated. There is dynamism and pride in a community shaped by diverse voices, perspectives and lived experiences. We want to empower you to be you.

We are extremely proud of our teams – they are strong, determined, dedicated people who aspire to excellence, and they make our organization better every day. Our goal is to meet that standard of excellence in our commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility and for our teams to reflect the wonderful diversity of the communities in which we live and work.

We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workforce. As part of this commitment, we strive to provide a selection process that is accessible to all candidates. Please advise if you require any accommodations to ensure your equal participation.