Security Advisor

The Security Advisor role is based in Calgary and is a full time permanent position with City of Calgary. The position protects people and information and assets through risk assessment and security practice guidance. You will work closely with teams and partners to strengthen safety across the organization.

High annual salary with pension and benefits

Permanent role offering long term stability

Work in a specialized security and risk advisory function

Inclusive workplace with strong safety focus

Chance to contribute to city wide security practices

Jobs in Calgary, Alberta
Calgary announced that it generally requires more skilled security professionals. It is because its public services and infrastructure is going to continue to expand. The position safeguards city operations through improved risk management and safety procedures.

Salary insights
The salary ranges from $104,938 – $131,172 per year. Pay is based on qualifications and includes additional benefits provided by the city.

Frequently asked questions
What does a Security Advisor do?

The Security Advisor position requires personnel to assess security risks which they should mitigate through their safety assessment work. The position requires personnel to provide security training to staff members while they also need to counsel organizational leaders about security issues.

Is this a full time job?

Yes, this is a full time permanent role with a standard 35 hour work week. It follows a 5 day work pattern with one day off in a 3 week cycle.

What skills are required?

Risk assessment, threat analysis, training delivery, analytical thinking, decision making, organization, stakeholder engagement, problem solving

Employer Name :  City of Calgary
Position :  Security Advisor
No. of vacancies :  1
Salary :  $104,938 – 131,172 per annum

Employment Type

:  Temporary – Full-time
NOC code :  314201
Location :  323 7 Avenue SE, Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Deliver instructor led training on security topics such as safety, de-escalation and violence prevention

Act as a subject matter expert in developing security training programs

Conduct behavioural threat assessments and prepare detailed reports

Perform risk assessments for events and provide mitigation strategies

Develop and document risk management protocols and standards

Provide advice on security matters to employees and leadership

Support prevention strategies related to workplace safety and security risks

Job requirements

2 year certificate or diploma in a security-related field with at least 8 years in a security function such as law enforcement or investigations OR

Degree with at least 4 years in a related security role

Background in threat assessments and workplace violence prevention

Background delivering training sessions

Proficiency in Microsoft Office and database systems

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