Security Specialist


Number of positions available: 1

Status: 1 year term

Closing Date: May 2, 2024

 

OUR TEAM

We are more than just planes and tarmacs. Our purpose travels beyond our runway into the communities we serve. We are about connections, stories, and life-defining adventures. We are committed to fostering an environment where our people are rewarded through meaningful work experiences.

The Calgary Airport Authority manages and operates YYC Calgary International Airport and YBW Springbank Airport and collaborates with the many partners who make up YYC - from airlines to government agencies and retail outlets. This is an exciting time to join our #YYCCrew and drive YYC forward as one of Canada"s best airports!

WHAT YOU WILL DO

Reporting to the General Manager, Security, The Security Specialist is a self-directed independent thinker with resolve, experience and knowledge gained through operating in a highly regulated and fast-paced environment. You will creatively solve a variety of security challenges. This role requires a level head, and follow through to ensure conflict resolution, stakeholder satisfaction and a positive passenger experience. Your eye for continuous improvement will serve you well in identifying gaps or opportunities and closing the loop on any outstanding enhancements to the program.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

Administer Airport Security Program

  • Maintain and update the Airport Security Program (ASP)
  • Create corrective action plans and make recommendations for creation and implementation of safeguards in response to confirmed or perceived threats.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable acts, laws, regulations, measures, and directives relating to civil aviation security.
  • Analysis of Incident reporting systems to evaluate trends and vulnerabilities within a risk-based security environment including:
    • Access control breaches
    • Incidents of unescorted personnel
    • Passenger screening incidents
    • Suspect bags
    • RAIC violations
    • Security breaches / violations
  • Perform Threat Risk Vulnerability Assessments in collaboration with Multi Agency Law Enforcement Advisory Committee
  • Monitor and review the annual security plan for performance and conformance.
  • Administer the PSLP program including site inspections plan approvals and monitor for changes and additions to tenant list and facility modifications

Security Systems Administration

  • Work within the Access Control System to maintain consistency in the application of access control theory.
  • Manage the inclusion and modification of security design to ensure primary security line integrity during construction projects and facility changes
  • Approve, facilitate, and document video surveillance disclosure requests
  • Assess and assign permission levels for stakeholder use of video surveillance system
  • Manage asset tracking auditing for key assignment and master key inventory / coding

Project Support and Data Analysis

  • Support ongoing projects both internal to the Operations department or externally for Infrastructure, Air Service Development, Lands, Commercial & Retail Development, Tenants, Carriers, and others (daily)
  • Review drawings and provide feedback on location of equipment, demolition, installation, and commissioning criteria, as well as interim security and access compliance
  • Participate in pre and post site inspections of construction areas including appropriate safety orientations and knowledge
  • Participate in design processes, such as the design of access controls, CCTV locations and Primary Security Line identification ensuring security interests are met and adequate.
  • Participate in risk assessment and ongoing hazard mitigation through data analysis

Corporate Security

  • Complete location assessments and security plans that balance threat context, security and operational continuity during public events, protests, or disruptions.
  • Perform internal investigations of varying sensitivities and complexities
  • Continually assess aerodrome property and buildings for threat vulnerabilities and provide mitigation plan

WHAT YOU BRING

  • Strong knowledge of physical security operations and security systems including the basic elements of criminology and crime prevention
  • Must possess a post-secondary diploma or degree or an acceptable combination of education and/or applicable experience
  • Knowledge of the law enforcement function and including the roles and responsibilities of a security officer, legal parameters and legislation, public interaction, human relations, report writing, court procedures, response to emergency situations
  • Demonstrated ability dealing with difficult situations and people and the ability to remain calm and make sound decisions in challenging circumstance
  • Proven experience in interviewing structure of both victims and offenders
  • Strong oral and written communications skills, including comprehensive report writing abilities
  • Strong familiarity with data analysis technique, including demonstrable experience producing and analyzing trend data
  • Technical writing experience; advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and SharePoint
  • The ability to cultivate and maintain strong relationships
  • Meet requirements of a safety-sensitive position

WHAT ELSE

  • Accredited Airport Executive (AAE), Certified Protection Professional (CPP) or similar designation(s) in airport operations or Security management
  • Familiarity with the airport environment would be considered an asset
  • Knowledge of Transport Canada Security Regulations
  • Experience and exposure to electronic access control systems, video management platforms and database management
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC.)

 

Our Values:

We are ACCOUNTABLE. We take ownership and step up to get the job done.

We are CUSTOMER-FOCUSED. We consider the customer in all that we do.

We are COLLABORATIVE. We are stronger when we reach out and work as a team.

We are RESILIENT.  We are able to withstand or recover quickly from difficult conditions.

We are CREATIVE. We strive to find new and better ways of doing things.


Are you looking for the journey of a lifetime? One that’s focused on creating effortless and memorable experiences for millions of guests and travelers each year. Click the apply button for your chance to learn how you can be a part of one of Alberta’s Top Employers.

The Calgary Airport Authority is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply including women, Indigenous people, persons with disabilities, members of visible minorities, members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community, and others who may contribute to organizational diversification of ideas.

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