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A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organisation to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Description

Hitachi Rail STS Canada is looking for an enthusiastic self-motivated Chief Security Officer who thrives in a fast-paced environment. The successful candidate is comfortable performing a wide range of engineering tasks from administrative to strategic. The position is based in downtown Toronto, Canada.

About Us

A career at Hitachi Rail will help create a legacy. With operations in every corner of the world, our work goes to the cutting-edge of digital transformation and technology. From the multi-cultural strength of our global organization to the sustainable and innovative ways we work to bring people together, there’s something for everyone to get stuck into. And that’s where you come in.

Hitachi STS is not only a valuable company, but a company based on values. We believe that our five key values guide our actions and make Hitachi STS a competitive, effective company: Customer Focus, Innovation and Excellence, People, Team Spirit, and Integrity.

Accountabilities

The Chief Security Officer is accountable for the Project Co.’s entire security and posture, both physical and digital, across multiple areas including safety, civil works, information security, privacy, physical security, internal investigations, personnel training and operation continuation.
Provides leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the effective identification, development, management, and assessment of security initiatives and standards which are aligned with the Project Co’s strategic priorities and business objectives.
Directs the coordination of security efforts across the Project organization partnering with Security & Control system Technology, Human Resources, Project or Customer Communications, Legal, Facilities management and other groups.
Acting as the point of contact with Contracting Authority in respect of the system security and assurance activities.
Interface and represent as Hitachi Rail Lead on Security with the Contracting Authority, Emergency Service Providers, Railway Companies, Project Co Independent Security Assessor and the Civil Contractors to ensure all aspects of the System Security Plan are aligned and accepted;
The design, development and implementation of the System Security Plan, Project Co Security Management System and Emergency Response Plan, TVRA according to the project norms referenced.

Required Skills/ Knowledge

15 years of experience with at least 5 of these years in this positions with Security management leadership responsibilities on rail projects or large public infrastructure projects such as Airports/ Port Authority/ Oil & Gas
Local experience considered an asset.

Desired Skills/ Knowledge

Strong interpersonal skills, leadership, independence and ability to manage priorities;
Skilled in interacting with direct and indirect reporting employees and with company managers;
Skilled in interacting and influencing without authority with Project Co subcontractors and with customers and customer representatives;
Excellent communication skills and a strong, self-motivated, work ethic;
Ability to meet deadlines and work under pressure;
Proficiency with MS Office applications (Excel, Word, Power Point, Access);
Proficient in English speaking, reading, and writing;
Excellent organizational and time management skills and the ability to work on multiple demands simultaneously.

Education / Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree (e.g. information security, cyber security, MIS, engineering, business administration) is required plus
Advanced degree such as MBA or MS preferred.
Professional affiliations, certificates, or awards desirable. Professional affiliations, certificates, or awards desirable.

Languages:

English-Proficient

Benefits

Hitachi Rail employees enjoy a comprehensive benefits package including Competitive Pay, Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance, Short & Long Term Disability, Life & Accident Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, a Retirement Savings Plan, and Paid Vacation. We also offer a number of Work/Life Programs such as Flextime and a variety of Training and Development opportunities.

We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those under consideration will be contacted. Join us at www.Hitachi Rail-sts.com/en/careers.

It is our commitment at Hitachi Rail to create a diverse environment and we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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