System Security Officer - Rail and Transit

WSP; Vaughan; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in York Region is seeking a System Security Specialist. You will develop security programs for large-scale projects, ensuring compliance with legislation and safety standards. The role requires 5+ years of security experience and a Certified Protection Professional Certification. This position offers competitive compensation and a supportive environment for work-life balance.

Benefits

Flexible work options

Comprehensive employee benefits

Great corporate culture

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in security field is required.
• Must analyze and interpret architectural and engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop security programs for large capital projects.
• Advise on security planning during design stages.
• Ensure compliance with security legislation and standards.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Calm demeanor in high-pressure situations

Experience in military policing or large organizations

Certified Protection Professional Certification

Knowledge of safety legislation

Communication skills

Education

Certified Protection Professional Certification

Job description

Overview

The Opportunity: WSP is currently seeking a System Security Specialist to add to our Rail and Transit team. You will work from a dedicated project site in the Toronto area. The System Security Officer is responsible for providing emergency and security expertise and assurance related to construction projects.

Why choose WSP?

• We value and are committed to upholding a culture of inclusion and belonging
• Our Flexible Work Policy – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours. We will support you on and off the job so you can be fully present in both your work and home lives.
• A Canadian success story - we're proud to wear the red and white of this beautiful country and show the world what Canada has to offer.
• Enhance the world around you - from the environment to the highways, to the buildings and the terrain, WSP is the fabric of Canada.
• Outstanding career opportunities - we're growing and pushing ourselves every day to be greater than yesterday - we're open to your ideas and trying new things.
• A phenomenal collaborative culture and a workforce filled with genuinely good people who are doing humbly important work. Come find out for yourself what it's like to be a part of our journey.

We offer attractive pay, flexible work options, a great corporate culture, comprehensive and employee-focused benefits including virtual healthcare and a wellness platform as well as great savings programs, and a clear vision for the future.

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What you can expect to do here:

• Development of security programs and specifications for large scale, multi-department, matrix organizations involved in capital projects delivery
• Advise on security planning and design issues during the planning and design stages of facilities
• Support System Security Assurance case development throughout the project lifecycle.
• Reviews Contractor's Project Security Plans, Safe Work Methods and inspecting construction sites
• Contribute to site readiness documentation including security risk registers, incident tracking processes, and Security Design Criteria compliance reviews
• Conduct systematic reviews/inspections to assess security needs with an emphasis on loss prevention/control at construction sites
• Delivery of training presentations and seminars
• Determines specifications and makes recommendations on security technology and system security program improvement (e.g. CCTV, access control systems, lighting, fencing, barriers, gates, etc.)
• Oversee the implementation and commissioning of security systems, including:
  • CCTV, Access Control, Fencing, Gates, Lighting, Barriers, Panic Alarms, and Emergency Power
• Prepares security survey reports for management, including security risks, deficiencies, considerations that need attention and documenting findings and recommending appropriate loss prevention/control initiatives and equipment
• Support the Testing & Commissioning teams with assessments of physical readiness, procedural controls, and failover capabilities for secure operations
• Ensures the system security is compliant with the latest legislated requirements, industry standards, and corporate requirements

What you’ll bring to WSP:

• Strong interpersonal skills - poses a calm and composed demeanor, especially in high-pressure or unexpected situations
• 5+ years’ experience in the security field, ideally in military police, police force or in large organization(s) with well-established security departments.
• Certified Protection Professional Certification (CPPC) is Required
• General knowledge of safety and Fire/Life Safety legislation and principles, techniques and measures is required.
• Must be able to analyze and interpret conceptual and finished architectural and engineering drawings.
• Must have a thorough knowledge of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design principles.
• Familiarity with ISO Security standards
• Thorough understanding of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations with emphasis on creating strong safety culture on-site and accident prevention techniques

Additional qualifications

• Familiarity with emergency planning and response.
• Awareness of:
  • Methodologies associated with Threat, Risk & Vulnerability Assessments (TRVAs)
  • Visitor and contractor clearance requirements
  • Contract and site specific security plans
  • Site security inspections
  • Modern security systems
• Capability to establish strong relationships with client group and offer practical solutions.
• The following safety profession accreditations are an asset:
  • Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP)
  • Physical Security Professional (PSP)
• Knowledge of government legislation and industry standards, including CSA, ULC, Criminal Codes and the Trespass to Property Act (Ontario) or similar in other jurisdictions.
• Experience with transit construction projects – (e.g. railway, subway, light rail, buses) is considered an asset.
• Experience with transit agency (e.g. TTC, Metrolinx) is an asset.
• Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, administrative, analytical, and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred experience

• Familiarity with integration of security and emergency protocols into progressive design-build projects
• Familiarity with Metrolinx Design Standards and Design Manuals is an asset
• Ability to manage interface with multiple contractors, operators, and agencies
• Familiarity with industry codes and provincial regulations (CSA, ULC, OHSA, Trespass to Property Act, etc.)
• Exposure to design review gates, TPA milestone strategies, or commissioning readiness frameworks is an asset

WSP est l’une des plus importantes firmes de services professionnels à travers le monde. Notre mission est d’assurer la pérennité de nos villes et nos environnements.

Notre équipe compte plus de 65 000 membres dans le monde. Au Canada uniquement, nous sommes plus de 12 000 personnes impliquées dans tous les domaines; de l'assainissement de l'environnement à la planification urbaine, de l'ingénierie de bâtiments emblématiques à la réalisation de réseaux de transport durables. Nous trouvons de nouvelles façons d'extraire des ressources essentielles et développons des sources d'énergie renouvelables pour l'avenir.

Chez WSP:

• Nous accordons une grande valeur à nos employés et à notre réputation.
• Nous œuvrons localement, mais avec une envergure internationale.
• Nous sommes axés sur l’avenir et remettons en question le statu quo.
• Nous favorisons la collaboration dans tout ce que nous faisons.
• Nous soutenons une culture d’autonomie et de responsabilisation.

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