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WSP USA Coordinator, Security in Montreal, Quebec
What if you could redefine what’s possible? With us, you can.
With us, you can. You want Purpose. Growth. Opportunity. People who get it.
We are the home of ambitious, passionate, and innovative world shapers.
With an unmatched breadth and depth of engineering, advisory and science‑based expertise, our global minds unite to power local solutions.
We are pathfinders and impact makers.
We are Visioneers.
We are WSP.
The Opportunity
Build the Future with Us
As a Coordinator, Corporate Security , you play a critical role in protecting people, projects, and information. This position sits at the intersection of corporate security, regulatory compliance, and talent mobility—supporting secure operations across multiple jurisdictions while ensuring the highest standards of confidentiality, accuracy, and trust.
Your Impact
Coordinate end‑to‑end federal and provincial security clearance processes for designated personnel across Canada.
Partner closely with Human Resources to ensure compliant background checks and screening for new hires.
Liaise with government security agencies to submit, track, and manage clearance applications and renewals.
Maintain accurate and confidential records of security clearances, statuses, and documentation.
Provide guidance and ongoing support to employees throughout the security clearance lifecycle.
Conduct initial and ongoing security risk assessments and support clearance eligibility recommendations.
Support Corporate Security Officers (CSOs) and act as Alternate Corporate Security Officer (ACSO) when required.
The Skills That Set You Apart
Diploma in Security Management, Administrative Assistance, or a related field.
Minimum two years of experience supporting or processing security clearances.
Strong working knowledge of governmental security clearance regulations and protocols.
Proven ability to manage highly confidential information with discretion and integrity.
Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy in documentation and administrative processes.
Bilingual proficiency in English and French.
Valid Reliability security clearance (Secret clearance considered an asset).
Why Choose WSP?
Why Choose WSP? We exist to shape communities to advance humanity. The brightest engineers, advisors and scientists from across the globe call WSP home.
• Proudly Canadian – we are a Top 100 Employer in Canada for 2026.
• A global community of brilliant minds – your next idea, mentor, or opportunity is always within reach.
• Limitless opportunities start here. Whether it’s across the country or around the globe, we help you tailor your role to match your ambition — because your growth drives ours.
• Flexible work, real balance – we recognize the importance of balance in our lives and encourage you to prioritize the balance in yours.
#WeAreWSP
Compensation:
AB, BC, NT, NU, SK & YT: $57,500 – $76,200
MB & ON: $52,500 – $72,300
NB, NL, NS, PE & QC: $52,000 – $69,000
Disclosure:
The final salary awarded for this role may vary from the above range based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. The wage range provided in this job posting may be subject to change for business purposes.
Ready to Shape the Future?
If you’re driven by precision, trust, and purpose—and want to play a meaningful role in safeguarding people and projects—we’d love to hear from you.
At WSP , we exist to shape communities to advance humanity.
It’s why we bring people together who are wired to solve complex challenges - engineers, scientists, advisors, and technical experts who are driven by a common passion - to redefine what’s possible and shape what comes next. We are Visioneers.
As one of the world’s leading professional services firms, we partner with clients across transportation, infrastructure, environment, buildings, energy, water, mining and metals. We pair deep local knowledge with global insights to pioneer solutions designed to leave a lasting, positive impact.
At WSP , you’ll join a community of brilliant minds that push boundaries every day - applying deep expertise and fuelling innovation to help create a more connected and resilient future. Here, your ideas are valued, your growth is supported, and you are encouraged to bring your authentic self to work. We empower our people to collaborate across disciplines, challenge the status quo, and shape a career with purpose.
Join us.
Please Note:
Health and Safety is a core paramount value of WSP. Given the importance of keeping one another safe it is expected that you comply with our Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) policy at all times as well as client HSE policies when working at client locations. Full details here (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/corporate/ca/health-safety) .
Some safety-sensitive positions involve fieldwork and may include work in a variety of environmental conditions, such as remote or isolated areas, working alone, and in inclement weather (within safe and reasonable limits).
WSP welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
WSP is committed to the principles of employment equity. Only the candidates selected will be contacted.
WSP does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Full details here (https://www.wsp.com/en-ca/careers/notice-to-staffing-agencies) .