Senior Security Advisor

Fonction publique de l'Ontario; Toronto; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Ontario Public Service is seeking a Senior Security Advisor to lead security initiatives across the justice sector in Ontario. You will respond to incidents, provide expert advice, and collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure safety for staff and officials.

You will develop ministry-wide security programs, conduct investigations with integrity, assess risks, and deliver engaging training to staff and stakeholders, strengthening relationships with law enforcement and partners.

Qualifications

• Experience leading security initiatives and developing programs.
• Experience conducting thorough investigations with integrity.
• Knowledge of security protocols, threat assessments and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of ministry-wide security programs and policies.
• Conduct investigations and prepare detailed reports and recommendations.
• Assess risks and develop strategies to reduce threats and improve safety.
• Deliver security training and presentations to staff and stakeholders.
• Build strong relationships with law enforcement and justice sector partners.

Skills

Security program development

Incident response

Risk assessment

Training delivery

Stakeholder relations

Investigations

Criminal Code & CSPA knowledge

Tools

MS Office

Adobe Acrobat

Case management systems

Job description

Apply By: Friday, September 11, 2026 11:59 pm EDT

Corporate Services Management Division/Justice Sector Security and Emergency Management Branch

Lead the charge in protecting Ontario's justice system.

Are you passionate about safety, risk management, and making a difference in the justice sector? We're looking for a skilled and dedicated Senior Security Advisors to help protect our people, facilities, and operations across Ontario.

About the job

As a Senior Security Advisor, you'll lead security initiatives, respond to incidents, and provide expert advice to ensure the safety of ministry staff and justice officials. You'll work closely with internal and external partners to build a secure and resilient environment.

What you'll do:

• lead the development and implementation of ministry-wide security programs and policies


• conduct investigations and prepare detailed reports and recommendations


• assess risks and develop strategies to reduce threats and improve safety


• deliver security training and presentations to staff and stakeholders


• build strong relationships with law enforcement and justice sector partners

What you bring to the team

Mandatory

The position requires the successful candidate to have a valid G license or equivalent. The offer of employment is conditional upon the successful candidate providing proof that they have a valid driver's license upon being hired.

Security and investigation expertise

You have:

• experience conducting thorough, ethical investigations with attention to detail and integrity


• solid understanding of security protocols, threat assessments, and risk mitigation strategies


• knowledge of relevant legislation, including the Criminal Code and the Community Safety and Policing Act (CSPA), and how it applies to justice sector security

Communication and relationship skills

You can:

• communicate clearly and confidently, both in writing and in presentations


• build trust and collaborate with diverse stakeholders


• maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive issues with diplomacy

Analytical and problem-solving abilities

You can:

• analyze complex and evolving situations to identify risks and recommend practical solutions


• manage multiple cases and adjust plans as needed


• provide clear, evidence-based advice and reports

Technical and operational knowledge

You are:

• proficient with Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, and case management systems


• skilled at reviewing and analyzing social media platforms for security-related content


• able to understand and improve operational processes to support program delivery

Don't meet every qualification?

If you are excited about this position and meet most, but not all, of the listed qualifications, please still consider applying. We recognize that no one person might have every qualification in this job ad, and you just might be the right candidate!

How we support diversity, inclusion and accessibility

We are building an inclusive workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We encourage everyone interested in working with us to apply, including people with disabilities, Indigenous, Black and racialized individuals, as well as people from all ethnicities, cultures, sexual orientations, gender identities and gender expressions.

Our hiring process is accessible, consistent with Ontario's Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. We are working to prevent and remove barriers in our hiring processes and can offer accommodation to address specific needs related to Code-protected grounds such as disability, family status and religion. For more information about accommodation during the hiring process please contact us.

Learn more about the work the OPS is doing to create an inclusive, anti-racist, accessible and diverse workplace:

• diversity, equity and inclusion initiatives


• accessibility


• Anti-Racism Policy

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Association of Management, Administrative and Professional Crown Employees of Ontario

• About security checks: A criminal or other federal offence record does not automatically disqualify you from the position. We consider each situation based on the position's responsibilities.
  If a check is needed and you've lived outside of Canada in the past 5 years for 6 or more months in a row, or if you are not a Canadian resident, you'll need to provide an out-of-country police clearance certificate from the country you lived in.
  Employment screening checks are only reviewed and evaluated by the Transition and Security Office, which also maintains them and keeps them strictly confidential.


• The information that you provide for the purpose of this competition and the results from this competition may be used to fill other positions. These positions may be of various tenures including short-term assignments. Your information and the results from this competition will be retained for the purpose of filling vacancies in accordance with the applicable collective agreement or policy provisions.


• Customize your cover letter and resume to the qualifications listed on the job ad. Using concrete examples, you must show how you demonstrated the requirements forthis job. We rely on the information you provide to us.


• OPS employees are required to quote their WIN EMPLOYEE ID number when applying.


• If you require a disability related accommodation in order to participate in the recruitment process, please ContactUs to provide your contact information. Recruitment services team willcontact you within 48 hours.

Language requirements and assessment:

All external Ontario Public Service (OPS) job ads are posted in English and French. Check the "position(s) language" section at the top of each job ad for the language requirements. For all roles, candidates are assessed in English, the business language of the OPS. If the position is bilingual (English/French), you'll also need to pass a French-language proficiency test.