System Security Officer

OverviewSystem Security Officer - Rail and Transit role at WSP in Canada. The System Security Officer is responsible for providing emergency and security expertise and assurance related to construction projects on a dedicated project site in the Toronto area.What you can expect to do hereDevelopment of security programs and specifications for large scale, multi-department, matrix organizations involved in capital projects deliveryAdvise on security planning and design issues during the planning and design stages of facilitiesSupport System Security Assurance case development throughout the project lifecycleReview Contractors\' Project Security Plans, Safe Work Methods and inspect construction sitesContribute to site readiness documentation including security risk registers, incident tracking processes, and Security Design Criteria compliance reviewsConduct systematic reviews/inspections to assess security needs with an emphasis on loss prevention/control at construction sitesDelivery of training presentations and seminarsDetermine specifications and make 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 PowerPrepare security survey reports for management, including security risks, deficiencies, considerations that need attention and documenting findings and recommending appropriate loss prevention/control initiatives and equipmentSupport the Testing & Commissioning teams with assessments of physical readiness, procedural controls, and failover capabilities for secure operationsEnsure the system security is compliant with the latest legislated requirements, industry standards, and corporate requirementsWhat you’ll bring to WSPStrong interpersonal skills - a calm and composed demeanor, especially in high-pressure or unexpected situations5+ years’ experience in the security field, ideally in military police, police force or in large organizations with established security departmentsCertified Protection Professional Certification (CPPC) is RequiredGeneral knowledge of safety and Fire/Life Safety legislation and principlesAbility to analyze and interpret conceptual and finished architectural and engineering drawingsThorough knowledge of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design principlesFamiliarity with ISO Security standardsUnderstanding of Occupational Health and Safety Act and Construction Regulations with emphasis on safety culture on-site and accident prevention techniquesAdditional QualificationsFamiliarity with emergency planning and responseAwareness of: TRVAs, visitor and contractor clearance requirements, contract and site-specific security plans, site security inspectionsCapability to establish strong relationships with client groups and offer practical solutionsSafety-related accreditations such as CRSP or PSP are assetsKnowledge of government legislation and industry standards (CSA, ULC, Criminal Codes, Trespass to Property Act or similar)Experience with transit construction projects (railway, subway, light rail, buses) is an assetExperience with transit agencies (e.g. TTC, Metrolinx) is an assetStrong interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills; strong organizational, administrative, analytical and problem-solving abilitiesPreferred ExperienceFamiliarity with integrating security and emergency protocols into progressive design-build projectsFamiliarity with Metrolinx Design Standards and Design Manuals is an assetAbility to manage interfaces with multiple contractors, operators, and agenciesFamiliarity with industry codes and provincial regulations (CSA, ULC, OHSA, Trespass to Property Act)Exposure to design review gates, TPA milestone strategies, or commissioning readiness frameworksAbout UsWSP is a leading global professional services firm. We value our employees and our reputation, operate locally with international reach, focus on the future, and foster collaboration and accountability.WSP is an equal opportunity employer. Health and safety are core values; candidates must comply with WSP\'s SSE policy and client SSE requirements where applicable. WSP does not accept unsolicited CVs from recruitment agencies. #J-18808-Ljbffr