Physical Security Specialist

ADGA

  • Ottawa, ON
  • Contract
  • Full-time
  • 17 days ago
Job DescriptionDoes security energize you? Are you looking for CCTV cameras wherever you go? Join us in helping our clients assess and analyze their security posture and requirements. We do this across Canada, so occasional travel is expected.This role is a critical contributor to the protection of our clients' facilities and assets. Drawing on your expertise in physical security, you will deliver high-quality, responsive consulting services. You will assess threats and vulnerabilities and recommend, and design tailored security solutions that align with our clients' unique operational and organizational requirements.Key Responsibilities:
  • Be a trusted security advisor to our clients:
  • Understand their specific needs and operational contexts:
  • Review construction project plans with respect to security.
  • Recommend and design physical security measures based on Prevention Detection, Response and Recovery.
  • Author Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Concepts of Operation (CONOPS).
  • Conduct Security Audits.
  • Conduct Facility Security Assessments (FSAs).
  • Conduct Threat and Risk Assessments (TRAs).
  • Conduct Security Design Briefs (SDBs).
  • Prepare Security Implementation Plans (SIPs).
  • Stay abreast of emerging threats, technologies, and trends in physical security and integrate relevant advancements into security designs and strategies.
Qualifications
  • Current or previous Government of Canada Secret (Level II) Security Clearance or higher.
  • Prefer a degree or diploma in a relevant field such as Security Management, Security Systems Technology, Electrical Engineering, or Computer Science.
  • Have one or more professional certifications such as ASIS Board Certification (PSP, CPP) or other recognized credentials (e.g., PMP, CSPM).
  • A minimum of five (5) years of experience with elements listed in Key Responsibilities.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage effectively with multidisciplinary teams and diverse stakeholders. Bilingualism is a desirable asset for this role.
  • Prefer experience with DND specific security requirements such as NDSODs.
  • Prefer experience with RCMP Lead Standards Agency guidelines.
  • Be excited about security.
Additional InformationWork-Life BalanceWe strongly support a healthy and productive work-life balance. This starts with a flexible approach to work, and policies designed to support employees through their day-to-day routines and major life events. For example, we offer a Maternity/Parental Top-Up (up to 52 weeks) and a Reservist Leave Top-Up (up to 180 days).Belong@ADGAADGA continuously strives to integrate advanced Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) approaches and practices into our work culture. Our employee-based DEI Committee explores activities and invites discussions that foster an environment where all employees feel valued, respected, and heard.CompensationAbove and beyond our commitment to offer a competitive base salary, ADGA has a company-wide profit-sharing plan for all full-time and part-time employees.Comprehensive Benefits and Total RewardsWe offer a comprehensive benefit program, providing employees with the choice between base or enhanced plans. Depending on the plan, ADGA pays for Health & Dental, a Health Spending Account, Short-Term Disability, an Employee Assistance Program, and a Telemedicine service. Also offered: discounts on gym memberships, 5,000+ perks through Perkoplis, a Deferred Profit Sharing Plan, and access to a wide range of other employee-centric services and savings programs.

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