Specialist, Security

Status:
Full-time permanent Non-Unionized

Work environment: Hybrid (4 days in office, 1-day WFH). Employees must be available to work in the office up to five (5) days per week when required to support business priorities.

Number of positions available: 1

Closing Date:
August 24, 2026

Powered by heart and dedicated to excellence, we’re the team that keeps Calgary connected – and you could be our newest member.

We’re in the business of uplifting people, and every day, we create runways to new places and possibilities, building a better airport experience for everyone.

The Security team plays a critical role in protecting the safety, security, and integrity of airport operations at Calgary Airports. This team partners with internal departments and external agencies to deliver a coordinated and proactive security program aligned with regulatory requirements. Through strong leadership and collaboration, the team ensures a safe and secure environment for passengers, partners, and crew members while supporting operational excellence across the airport.

• Review Airport Security Program requirements, incident reports, audit findings and threat information; identify gaps and recommend corrective actions that strengthen compliance and security controls.
• Complete threat, risk and vulnerability assessments; document risk ratings, mitigation recommendations and outstanding risks requiring escalation.
• Administer access control, video surveillance permissions, alarm monitoring records and key control information; identify system limitations and recommend corrective action or investment.
• Conduct security audits, inspections, investigations and exercises; document findings and verify that corrective actions address identified risks and compliance gaps.
• Respond to critical security incidents and on-call matters by interpreting requirements, assessing immediate risks and recommending actions that protect airport operations, people and assets.
• Review capital projects, construction plans and infrastructure changes; define security requirements for access control, CCTV, alarms, barriers, locks and Primary Security Line integrity.
• Assess security service delivery, contractor performance and program metrics; prepare performance summaries, procedures, reporting tools and recommendations for improvement.
• Maintain operational relationships with regulatory, law enforcement, intelligence, tenant, contractor and internal partners; exchange security information and communicate required actions.

• You’ll need to be eligible to obtain and maintain a RAIC, don’t worry – we’ll help you through this! For more details, check out: RAIC Program and Application Information
• Post-Secondary diploma in security, criminal justice, law enforcement, criminology, emergency management, aviation management, public safety, risk management or a related field is required. Relevant professional experience may be considered in lieu of formal education.
• 4–6 years’ experience in aviation security, critical infrastructure security, law enforcement, corporate security, emergency management or a comparable regulated security environment is required.
• Experience with electronic access control systems, video management platforms, alarm monitoring, key control, database records and security infrastructure.
• Ability to participate in an on-call rotation and respond to security incidents, system failures, and other time-sensitive operational matters outside regular business hours.
• Sound judgment and analytical thinking skills with the ability to assess security risks and interpret complex regulatory requirements, identify vulnerabilities, and develop practical, risk-based recommendations in time‑sensitive environments.
• Strong oral and written communications skills, with the ability to prepare technical reports, investigations and regulatory documentation.
• Ability to manage sensitive information, build effective relationships with diverse stakeholders, and respond professionally in high‑pressure or time‑sensitive situations.
• This role includes driving as part of its duties;…