Corporate Security Specialist

At South Bow, we do one thing, and we do it well: safely moving oil between some of the world’s most critical markets. We’re building our high-performing team with versatile thinkers who thrive on solving big challenges together. If you’re ready for a position where your skills are highly valued and your work is incredibly important, we want to meet you. Bring your talents to a new streamlined energy company, dedicated to operational, commercial and safety excellence as we pursue our critical purpose of delivering the energy people need.

The Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced security professional who will serve as a subject-matter expert for security risk identification and mitigation related to pipeline operations, projects, and construction activities. Reporting to the Manager, Safety & Security, the Corporate Security Specialist is responsible for implementing and monitoring the physical security program and contributing to program development. This position ensures compliance with all federal, provincial/state, and local regulations, as well as company standards. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to influence and motivate staff, management, and contractors, to promote a proactive security mindset. This role will be based in Calgary, AB.

What You’ll Do

• Act as a subject-matter expert for security risk identification and mitigation related to pipeline operations, projects, and construction activities
• Interpret and provide guidance on security regulations, laws, specifications and standards, and best practices
• Provide leadership, guidance and mentoring for security related matters
• Promote and foster a proactive, positive security culture
• Support the development and implementation of physical security programs
• Liaise within security sector networks to share best practices and resolve escalated issues
• Collaborate across internal stakeholders and with industry partners to continually enhance and execute our security program
• Participate in and support internal and external security assessments and audits
• Develop security plans and training materials for routine operations, projects, and construction activities
• Support projects on new and existing assets to include development of security plans, hazard identification and mitigation, field support, contractor oversight and support, and turnover to Operations
• Conduct regular field visits to station/pipeline work sites to ensure security standards are maintained and supported
• Conduct training programs and exercises to instruct and assess security practices and preparedness
• Conduct and act as an expert resource for investigations, developing and implementing innovative and practical solutions, and sharing of learning opportunities
• Conduct periodic inspections to monitor security program compliance
• Maintain Incident Command System (ICS) minimum qualifications in order to serve as onsite Security Officer in the event of a significant incident
• Participate in and support the workplace Joint Health & Safety Committee (JHSEC)
• Perform other duties as required
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• Post-secondary education in criminal justice, business administration or other related subject
• Prior law enforcement or security experience in private and/or public sectors
• 6 or more years of related industry experience in oil and gas or pipeline operations (e.g., upstream, midstream or downstream operations)
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Strong technical expertise (security management, investigations, emergency preparedness and response, etc.)
• Proven knowledge of applicable provincial/state and federal legislation
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong leadership, interpersonal, analytical and communication skills
• Excellent planning and organizational skills
• Proven problem-solving and multitasking capability
• Able to work independently, and collaboratively within teams
• Proficient computer skills
• Skilled in technical reports, presentations and conducting training sessions
  
  

This Position Requires Candidates To

• Have current, valid authorization to travel internationally (including but not limited to Canada, and US)
• Successfully complete pre-employment medical screening including drug and alcohol testing
• Have and maintain a valid driver's license and provide a driver's abstract (record) for review
• Travel to other company locations for temporary assignments, meetings or training (estimated up 30% of work schedule)
• Stay overnight away from home base (estimated up 20% of work schedule)
• Be on-call and provide emergency support as required
• Successfully complete pre-employment Bankruptcy, Credit, Civil and Criminal background checks
  
  

Relocation Eligibility: This position is eligible for our domestic relocation program

About Our Business

South Bow's existing oil & liquids pipeline infrastructure connects Alberta crude oil supplies to U.S. refining markets in Illinois, Oklahoma, Texas and the U.S. Gulf Coast. We remain committed to meeting the energy needs of North Americans today, while advancing our Liquids Pipelines System for the demands of the future. Connecting growing Canadian and U.S. crude oil supply to key markets, leveraging existing assets and seeking new opportunities to continue to provide our customers with access to the destinations they need.

South Bow is an equal opportunity employer and participates in the E-Verify program supervised by the U.S. government.

Learn more

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Thank you for choosing South Bow in your career search.

• Depending on qualifications, the successful candidate may be offered a position at a more appropriate level and/or ladder.
• Applicants must have legal authorization to work in the country in which the position is based with no restrictions.
• All positions require background screening. Some require criminal and/or credit checks to comply with regulations.
• South Bow is committed to provide employment opportunities to all qualified individuals, without regard to race, religion, age, sex, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or disability. Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available on request during the recruitment process. Applicants with disabilities can request accessible formats or communication supports by contacting human.resources@southbow.com.