Director, Physical Security Technology; Global Security

Job Description

What is the opportunity? Join RBC’s Physical Security Technology (PST) team as a technical leader dedicated to safeguarding lives, assets, and the bank’s reputation. You’ll drive global security strategies, leveraging technologies like CCVE, intrusion detection, access control, and locking systems to ensure operational resilience, compliance, and cost-effectiveness while protecting employees, clients, and critical infrastructure. This role shapes RBC’s security posture through innovation, risk mitigation, and cross-functional collaboration across all business lines.

What will you do?

• Lead the design and implementation of physical security technology standards, guidelines, and playbooks.
• Oversee technical specifications, system architecture, and deployment of security solutions globally.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop and deploy innovative security technologies aligned with business needs.
• Manage third-party vendors and internal teams to deliver complex security infrastructure projects on time.
• Provide governance and oversight for global security technology deployments.
• Coach junior staff in security technology and project management best practices.
• Communicate strategic updates to senior leadership and foster cross-functional partnerships.

What do you need to succeed?
Must-have:

• Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or Physical Security Professional (PSP) designation, or ability to attain within one year.
• 7–10 years of experience in physical security technology, including CCVE, intrusion detection, access control, and locking systems.
• Expertise in system architecture, integration, and lifecycle management for security technologies.
• Proven ability to manage complex projects, including vendor oversight and resource allocation.
• Strong problem-solving and interpersonal skills for cross-functional collaboration.

• Nice-to-have: Experience with AI-driven analytics or IoT sensors in security applications.
• Familiarity with industry standards (e.g., UL, ONVIF).
• Demonstrated leadership in coaching and developing junior team members

What’s in it for you?

We thrive on the challenge to be our best, progressive thinking to keep growing, and working together to deliver trusted advice to help our clients thrive and communities prosper. We care about each other, reaching our potential, making a difference to our communities, and achieving success that is mutual.

• A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
• Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
• Ability to make a difference and lasting impact
• Work in a dynamic, collaborative, progressive, and high-performing team
• Opportunities to do challenging work
• Opportunities to take on progressively greater accountabilities
• Opportunities to build close relationships with clients

Note
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Applications will be accepted until the stated deadline.

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