Security Operations and Intelligence Specialist

ABB; Saint-Laurent-de-l'Île-d'Orléans; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB is seeking a Corporate Security Specialist in Canada to split time between day-to-day security operations and intelligence product development. The role emphasizes analytical skills, AI-enabled analysis, and cross-functional coordination with the Country Security Manager, Canada, within a hybrid work model in Montreal.

The successful candidate will leverage data analytics, AI tools, and traditional security practices to protect ABB’s people, operations, and reputation across Canada and the

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a relevant field.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in French and English.
• Experience in corporate security, intelligence, risk management, or related areas is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support physical security across facilities and manage access control, surveillance, and visitor management systems.
• Conduct security assessments, audits, and risk reviews; support investigations and incident response.
• Develop crisis preparedness and emergency communications plans; support continuity planning and security awareness.
• Lead security projects and maintain security metrics, dashboards, and leadership reporting.
• Monitor geopolitical, security, crime, and continuity risks; perform open-source research from multiple sources.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Open-source research

AI / data analytics

Security operations

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft 365

AI-enabled tools

Data visualization tools

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.

ABB is seeking a motivated and versatile Corporate Security Specialist to join our Corporate Security team in Canada. This unique hybrid role combines operational security responsibilities with intelligence analysis and reporting. The successful candidate will spend approximately 50% of their time supporting day-to-day security operations across Canada and 50% developing intelligence products that enhance ABB's proactive understanding of geopolitical, operational, and business risks.

This role is ideal for a candidate who is intellectually curious, technologically savvy, comfortable leveraging AI and data analytics, and eager to develop expertise across multiple security disciplines. We are less focused on finding someone with extensive experience in every security domain and more interested in identifying a candidate with strong analytical skills, adaptability, sound judgment, and a passion for learning.

Location: Montreal, Quebec, Canada

The work model for the role is: Hybrid

Reporting To: Country Security Manager, Canada

Responsibilities:

• Physical Security Infrastructure & Vendor Management – Support physical security across all facilities and project sites, coordinate security vendors and guards, and manage access control, surveillance, and visitor management systems.
• Risk Assessment & Incident Management – Conduct security assessments, audits, and risk reviews; support investigations, incident response, and corrective actions.
• Crisis Preparedness & Personnel Protection – Develop and maintain crisis preparedness and emergency communications plans, support continuity planning, security awareness, travel security, and executive protection.
• Strategic Support & Reporting – Lead special security projects and maintain security metrics, dashboards, and leadership reporting in partnership with the Country Security Manager.
• Intelligence Gathering & Research – Monitor geopolitical, security, crime, supply chain, unrest, and continuity risks; conduct open-source research using public, commercial, and internal sources; track global events and impacts on ABB operations.
• Threat Assessment & Analysis – Assess emerging threats and business impacts; leverage AI, analytics, automation, and dashboards to enhance intelligence capabilities.
• Reporting & Executive Communication – Produce actionable reports, alerts, and executive briefings to support decision-making.
• Global Coordination & Crisis Support – Align intelligence methods and reporting with global security teams; support crisis monitoring and incident intelligence.

Qualifications for the role:

• Education & Background – Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience in a relevant field such as security, intelligence, political science, international relations, criminal justice, business, information technology, or data analytics.
• Core Competencies – Strong analytical, problem-solving, organizational, and prioritization skills; ability to exercise sound judgment and discretion when handling sensitive information; capability to perform effectively in dynamic environments.
• Technical Proficiency – Proficiency with Microsoft 365 and familiarity with data visualization, automation, and AI-enabled productivity or analytical tools.
• Language & Work Authorization – Proficiency in French (mandatory) and English required to communicate with internal clients and partners; eligibility to work in Canada and obtain/maintain a security clearance if required.
• Professional Experience & Certifications – Experience or knowledge in corporate security, intelligence, investigations, risk management, emergency/crisis management, business continuity, physical security systems, travel risk, or supply chain security; professional certifications (CPP, PCI, PSP) or military/law enforcement background are assets.

Why ABB

This role offers the opportunity to help shape the future of corporate security at ABB. You will work alongside global security professionals, contribute to strategic intelligence initiatives, and support the protection of ABB's people, operations, and reputation across Canada and the broader Americas region.

ABB may utilize Artificial Intelligence (AI)–enabled tools as part of its recruitment and selection processes. These tools are used solely to support and enhance decision‑making; final hiring decisions are made by ABB recruitment professionals. ABB is committed to ensuring that all recruitment practices are conducted in a fair, transparent, and non‑discriminatory manner, in compliance with applicable laws.

Employment Equity & Inclusion Statement (Canada)

ABB values the dedication, commitment, and expertise of all our employees. As an Employment Equity Employer, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We actively support the principles of the Employment Equity Act and strive to build a workforce that reflects Canada’s diversity, including:

• Women
• Indigenous Peoples
• Members of visible minorities
• Persons with disabilities

ABB is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you require accommodation during any stage of the recruitment process, we encourage you to let us know.