Security Coordinator

BGIS; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading facility management firm in Ottawa seeks a Security Coordinator to oversee security-related functions. This role involves supporting security programs, coordinating emergency responses, and managing client relationships. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years in security roles and the ability to maintain required security clearances. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and inclusion, offering a hybrid work model.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience in Security and/or Emergency Response.
• Ability to obtain and maintain Reliability Status and Security Clearance.
• Completion of Company Security Officer certifications and training.

Responsibilities

• Support security screening programs for employees and subcontractors.
• Act as point of contact for client corporate security.
• Coordinate emergency response procedures and maintain emergency management plans.

Skills

Dependable

Customer-focused

Effective interpersonal skills

Good judgment

Computer proficiency

Bilingualism

Job description

Who We Are

BGIS is a leading provider of customized facility management and real estate services. With our combined team of over 6,500 globally, we relentlessly focus on enabling innovation through the services we deliver, while actively looking for new opportunities that will enable innovation for our clients’ businesses. Globally, we manage over 320 million square feet of client portfolios across 30,000+ locations in North America, Europe, Middle East, Australia and Asia. Further information is available at www.bgis.com

SUMMARY

The Security Coordinator will support all security-related aspects for an assigned contract and/or within a region. This position provides functional support in the areas of personnel security, physical security, information security, threat and risk assessment and business continuity planning. The security coordinator will provide operational support to BGIS through ongoing assessments of security threats and implement safeguards to ensure service delivery meets or exceeds contractual requirements.

KEY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Support BGIS’ security screening program for employees; subcontractors and subcontractor employees.
• Responsible for security Vendor Assignment and Data Management related to internal Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
• Acts as the point of contact for client corporate security staff following the occurrence of criminal activity or operational impact.
• Receive, edits and distributes incident reports. Notifies internal and external concerned parties, as required.
• Coordinates the implementation and upkeep of emergency response procedures and the documentation of account-level emergency management plans.
• Responsibility for the maintenance and upkeep of BGIS’ Business Continuity Plans related to the assigned account.
• Participates in client Infrastructure Continuity Planning and tests as required.
• Develops and maintains strong, positive working relationship with client representatives, tenants, service providers and BGIS’ team members.
• Assists in the implementation of cost saving initiatives and best practices.
• Develops familiarity with client security technologies.
• Provides guidance to internal facility and/or project management teams as required.
• Liaises with client’s security vendors as required to gather and update contact information, requests for clarification, etc.
• Develops account-related process documents or work instructions as required.
• Other operational requirements as needed.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Minimum three (3) years’ experience in Security and/or Emergency Response.
• Must be dependable, responsive, and customer-focused possessing the qualities of diplomacy, tact, excellent judgment, discretion and initiative and perform in a multi-tasked and dynamic environment.
• Effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Good judgment and decision-making ability.
• Professional attitude, driven and proactive.
• Computer proficiency.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Reliability Status and Security Clearance at the highest level of access required (e.g., Secret Level) to serve as Brookfield GIS’ ACSO in support of the DOS and FSC
• Completion of any required Company Security Officer (CSO) certifications and training
• Knowledge of supporting security disciplines, including document control, visit certifications, personnel security processing, and security processes and procedures.
• Bilingualism an asset

Licenses and/or Professional Accreditation

• Currently hold (or willing and able to obtain) Top Secret Level 3 security clearance
• Affiliation with applicable security organizations and associations ie. ASIS
• Currently hold (or willing to obtain) and maintain PSP (Physical Security Professional) certificate

BGIS is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome you to apply for a position with us! If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please contact us at askHR. Upon request for accommodation, we will consult with the applicant in question and provide, or arrange for the provision of, a suitable accommodation in a manner that takes into account the applicant’s accessibility needs due to disability

At BGIS we believe that diversity and inclusion is a key business driver, such that we never lose sight of its importance as it is woven into the fabric of our organization. We are committed to maintaining a barrier-free recruitment process by providing equal employment opportunities through recruiting and retention of individuals of all backgrounds. We recognize that promoting diversity is an essential component of our continuing pursuit for organizational success!

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