**The Opportunity:** The Corporate Security Officer (CSO) will oversee the administration and coordination of WSP Corporate Security Program and Document Safeguarding. The CSO will also contribute to the development of WSP physical security program in collaboration with other Corporate Services. The CSO will report to the Senior Manager, HSE Incident Response and Emergency Management **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. \# **WeAreWSP** **What you can expect to do here:** + Ensure that applicable WSP employees follow guidelines as established by various regulatory Government Agencies. Process applications, maintain and update records as required. + Liaise with internal and external parties to ensure compliance with security regulations. + Maintain effective relationships with third-party security service providers, law enforcement agencies, and regulatory bodies to ensure the security and compliance of the company + Prepare required documentation relative to contracts, sub-contracts, site visit requests, etc. + Prepare, track and audit documentation. + Ensure that client information is safeguarded and handled as dictated by contract requirements. + Participate as required in project start-up meetings and conduct Security briefings. + Train and educate employees on security matters, providing information and guidance on security best practices. + Collaborate with the human resources, information technology, operations, and compliance departments to ensure an integrated approach to security and asset protection. Provide guidance and act as an advisor to Leaders + Assess physical security risks and identify potential threats to the company. + Conduct investigations into security incidents, including thefts, intrusions, data breaches, and acts of sabotage, and recommend corrective and preventive measures. + Maintain constant vigilance on emerging threats, security vulnerabilities, and new technologies to ensure the relevance and effectiveness of security programs. + Makes decisions on complex issues/ambiguous matters and provides direction regarding approach and priorities for team(s) + Decisions have a moderate impact on operations within a segment. Advises management to develop strategies on matters of significance. + Works with senior professionals/leadership to identify opportunities to develop new processes, tools, and services that impact own project, area of specialization, and/or the department. + Provides guidance and management advice that has a large impact on cost, efficiency, compliance, service, and quality. **What you’ll bring to WSP:** + Bachelor's degree in a related field. + 6-8 years of experience in a similar position of high confidentiality. + Strong knowledge of Security regulations, standards, and best practices. + Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to critically evaluate information. + Strong communication and interpersonal skills. + Strong attention to detail; excellent organizational skills. + Willingness to take on new responsibilities yet remain focused on a variety of repetitive tasks. + Government of Canada Level III, TOP SECRET security clearance (or eligible to meet requirements), will be a condition of employment. (The Clearance process includes reference inquiries, verification of qualifications, criminal record check, credit check and fingerprints.) + Other security clearances, as required. + Self-starter with strong organizational skills and the ability to take initiative and work with minimal supervision. + Advanced computer skills, specifically for use of office automation software such as MS Teams & MS Office Suite, as well as quick learner of HSE Platform. **WSP** is one of the world's leading professional services firms. Our purpose is to future proof our cities and environments. We have over 65,000 team members across the globe. In Canada, our 12,000+ people are involved in everything from environmental remediation to urban planning, from engineering iconic buildings to designing sustainable transportation networks, from finding new ways to extract essential resources to developing renewable power sources for the future. At **WSP** : + We value our people and our reputation + We are locally dedicated with international scale + We are future focused and challenge the status quo + We foster collaboration in everything we do + We have an empowering culture and hold ourselves accountable Please Note: Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Offers of employment for safety-sensitive positions involving fieldwork are contingent upon candidates being able to perform key physical tasks of the job as described in the job posting and interview. This may include the ability to work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits). WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted. WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. For more information please READ THE FULL POLICY. (https://www.wsp.com/en-CA/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies)