Team Leader - Global Security Operations

Allied Universal; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Allied Universal is seeking a Team Leader for its Global Security Operations Centre in Toronto. In this role, you will supervise a team of security professionals, manage operational efficiency, and lead initiatives for continuous improvement. A bachelor's degree and significant experience in physical security operations are key to success in this position.

Benefits

Health and Dental plan participation

Paid vacation and wellness benefits

Educational assistance programs

Opportunities for career growth and advancement

Paid training and development programs

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5 years of experience in physical security operations and leadership.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of security professionals.
• Oversee day-to-day operations of the GSOC ensuring timely response.
• Identify opportunities for process enhancements.

Skills

Excellent communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Incident response

Risk management

Bilingual (French/English)

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are North America's leading security and facility services provider with approximately 300,000 service personnel. At Allied Universal(R), we pride ourselves on fostering a promote from within culture. There are countless examples of individuals who began their career as Security Professionals and today hold positions on our senior leadership team. We offer medical, dental and vision coverage, life insurance, employee assistance programs, company discounts, perks and more for most full-time positions! Start your phenomenal career with Allied Universal today!

Job Description

Team Leader, Global Security OperationsLocation: Downtown TorontoDepartment: Global Security Operations CentreReports To: GSOC Operations ManagerJob Type: Full-Time – 6 Week Continental Rotating Shifts with day and night shifts (84 Hours Biweekly). All hours are in the office; there are no remote shifts for this position.

Salary: $80,000-90,000

Overview CIBC is seeking a dedicated and experienced Global Security Operations Centre (GSOC) Team Leader to join our team. The GSOC operates in a 24/7 environment, serving as the intake, triage, and response hub for physical security occurrences across the enterprise, supporting our team members, facilities, and travelers. This role involves providing on-shift supervision and management while promoting a culture of collaboration and accountability within the team.

Key Responsibilities Leadership & Management

• Lead and mentor a diverse team of security professionals, promoting a collaborative and high-performance culture.
• Develop and implement strategic initiatives to enhance the effectiveness of GSOC operations.
• Foster an environment of accountability while encouraging team members to take ownership of their roles.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify opportunities for process enhancements and implement best practices to improve operational efficiency.
• Regularly review and update standard operating procedures to adapt to evolving physical security threats and challenges.

Mentorship & Development

• Provide guidance and support to team members, facilitating their professional growth and skill development.
• Create and deliver ongoing training and skill development for GSOC team members to ensure high standards of response during incidents.

Operational Excellence

• Oversee the day-to-day operations of the GSOC, ensuring timely and effective response to physical security incidents.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a cohesive approach to physical security across the organization.

Occurrence Management

• Ensure incidents are triaged effectively, and timely alerts are sent according to threat level, business impact and proximity to CIBC locations or employees.
• Conduct post-incident reviews to identify lessons learned and areas for improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and inspire others.
• Proven ability to thrive in a fast-paced and high-pressure environment.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in physical security operations
• 5 years of experience in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of physical security protocols, incident response, and risk management.
• Relevant certifications (e.g., CPP, PSP, APP, etc.) are a plus, but not mandatory.
• Intermediate knowledge of Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) is required.
• Bilingual (French/English) is an asset.

Benefits

• Participation in the Company Health and Dental plan.
• Paid vacation and other wellness benefits.
• Ability to participate in educational assistance programs.
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement.
• Paid training and development programs.

Disclaimer:

As part of our standard hiring process, all candidates being considered for employment with Allied Universal are required to undergo a background check. This background check may include, but is not limited to, criminal history, employment verification, education verification, and professional references.

Closing

Allied Universalprovides unparalleled service, systems and solutions to the people and business of our communities, and is North America’s leading security services provider. Allied Universal delivers high-quality, tailored solutions, which allows clients to focus on their core business. For more information: www.AUSecurity.ca.

Requisition ID2025-1396131