Systems Security Officer

Requisition ID:
Department: Transit Services Dept.  
Service: Transit Customer Syst & Planning Service  
Branch: Transit Technology & Innovation Branch 
Employment Type: 1 Full-time Temporary - Up to 18 months 
Work Hours: 35.00 hours per week
Affiliation: ATU 1760 
Salary Information: $65 279,76 - $92 588,86  annually (2023 rates of pay)
Location: Transit Service, 1500 St.Laurent  
City: Ottawa, ON 
Job Category: Transit Services - OC Transpo 
Application Close: 05/11/2025

The mandate of the Transit Customer Systems and Planning Service is to provide customer service, service planning and technology and control systems support for OC Transpo, geared to providing excellence in customer service delivery to 100 million transit customers per year by means of conventional bus, para transit and rail operations. The Technology and Control Systems branch is responsible for managing multiple and major transit IT projects that are highly complex, of multi-million dollar value, normally extend over multiple years, and may require extensive public consultation.

You serve as a technical specialist for transit security systems including, but not restricted to, the oversight of design, installation, maintenance, repair of technical hardware/software systems relating to CCTV (closed circuit TV), E-phones, DVR (digital video recording) audio recording, alarms, and fire protection systems, as well as for the processes to manage data video, maintain the equipment and manage data and equipment life-cycle planning.  You plan for the implementation of security systems and equipment, ensure a consistent approach to the implementation of security processes, and develop, maintain and update policies & procedures.

You also participate in the development/implementation/oversight of various systems, plans, policies, rules and procedures, and coordinate activities with other City partners, Federal agencies and other Canadian/International Transit authorities to obtain information.

Completion of 3 year community college diploma in Electrical/Electronic technology or related field.

Minimum of 5 years of relevant practical experience, which includes 3 years in a unionized operational environment, systems design, security installations and the management of security electronics to include experience with: 

• programming security systems 
• managing DVR systems 
• programming and managing CCTV systems.

• General knowledge of Branch/Division mandate, programs, policies 
• City Security policies and procedures
• Physical security principles and employee and asset security issues
• Current and emerging security technologies and products and best practices for their use in transit operations
• Knowledge and understanding of Integrated electronic security management systems, including access control, applications and usage of technical security systems such as DVR (digital video recorder), alarm systems, CCTV (closed circuit television), video management software, e-phones, audio recording and fire protection systems
• Technical knowledge of systems and related equipment to perform troubleshooting and to coordinate/resolve maintenance and repair issues
• Knowledge and understanding of security processes such as data video management, maintenance and life-cycle strategies 
• Possess a demonstrated knowledge of the Criminal Code of Canada, the Charter of Rights and Freedoms, the Provincial Offences Act, MFIPPA (Municipal Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act), PIPEDA (Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act), the Trespass to Property Act, the Canada Evidence Act and other related laws and regulations
• City's procurement policies & processes
• Contract management practices
• Knowledge of applicable health and safety legislation, including the rights and duties of workers. 

• Able to work independently, with minimum supervision, and collaboratively with all staff as part of a team 
• Able to establish/maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work. 
• Possess organizational skills and flexibility to plan, initiate, organize and prioritize own work and to deal effectively with multiple demands, conflicting priorities, pressures and deadlines 
• Possess computer literacy in MS Office Suite in a Windows environment, including use of intra/internet
• Able to work with hardware, specific computer applications or software used in the section 
• Able to trouble-shoot, repair and program CCTV
• Able to research, analyze and evaluate new security system products
• Possess solid computer skills to manage databases and reporting
• Able to resolve problems with hardware, software and/or large volumes of data 
• Able to analyze issues, make judgments on the interpretation of data quality, make decisions, solve problems and formulate recommendations
• Possess excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication skills 
• Possess project management skills
• Flexible and adaptable to deal with emerging technologies and shifting priorities 
• Able to think analytically, and concentrate/focus on accuracy and detail
• Possess maturity, interpersonal skills and good judgment
• Possess a work record of good attendance and job performance

WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW

• Language Requirement: English oral, reading, writing       
• Police Record Check: The successful candidate will be required to complete a Vulnerable Sector Check (Level 3) with the Police Services detachment in their jurisdiction to the City of Ottawa's satisfaction.; Police record checks completed by a third-party company will not be accepted.  
• Additional vacancies may occur during the competition process
• Experience and formal training combined with demonstrated performance and ability may substitute for stipulated academic requirements. 
• Please save a copy of the job poster. Once the closing date has passed, it will no longer be available. 

We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position. Only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. 

The City of Ottawa promotes the principles of diversity and inclusion and adheres to the tenets of the Canadian Human Rights Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. We encourage applications from members of Indigenous, Black and other racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women and non-binary persons, persons of all ethnic origins, religions, sexual orientations, classes, gender identities and expressions. 
Candidates are encouraged to self-identify as a member of one or more designated employment equity groups in the self-identification questionnaire.

The City of Ottawa provides accommodation to applicants during all parts of the hiring process, upon request. If contacted to proceed to the selection process, please advise us if you require any accommodation.

Accessible formats and communication supports are available upon request. Please contact the Employee Service Centre at extension 12211 or via email at esc-