Sr Security Advisor

Posted:
3/12/2026, 4:49:21 AM

Location(s):
Alberta, Canada ⋅ Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Experience Level(s):
Expert or higher ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
IT & Security

At Suncor, we produce and provide energy.

When you join Suncor, you become part of a company that has built a solid foundation for both business and employee success. We are a place where talented people thrive. As part of our team, you play a vital role in delivering energy we all rely on, and you'll make a meaningful impact in the communities where we live and work.

The Senior Security Advisor is a key member of the Corporate Security team, providing advanced expertise in investigations, risk management, executive protection, and intelligence-led security operations. This role leads complex internal investigations, oversees highrisk security operations, and supports enterprise security strategies that protect people, assets, and information.

What we offer: 

We recognize your contribution and offer a range of rewards and development opportunities designed to support your success. Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Suncor and the region where you work. 

  • Strong compensation: we offer competitive compensation, regional-based uplifts, annual bonuses, and long-term financial rewards. We also help you save for your future by offering pension programs, and savings plans with company matching 

  • Benefits: utilize an employee assistance program and comprehensive company-paid health, dental, and vision benefits for you and your family to support your mental, physical, and financial well-being

  • Generous time-off: enjoy generous paid vacation time and personal time-off to recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance 

  • Talent development programs: Internal mobility, succession planning, and employee training and development programs are just a few ways we’re dedicated to your development 

Minimum Requirement: 

  • 15 years of progressive experience in law enforcement, legal, or risk management roles with expertise in complex investigations, executive protection and threat assessment 

  • Postsecondary degree or diploma in Criminology, Law, Risk Management, or related field 

  • Certification in the Canadian Incident Command System (ICS Levels 100 and 200) 

  • Professional designation of CPP (Certified Protection Professional), CRM (Certified Risk Manager), or PCI (Professional Certified Investigator) 

  • Formal training in criminal law, powers of arrest and detention authorities, use of force, and relevant federal statutes 

  • Physical capability to support executive protection and crisis response duties, including deployment in highstress environments

  • Proven ability to lead high-stake investigations involving evidence collection, analysis, interviewing, and formal reporting 

  • Experience providing findings and sworn testimony court, arbitration, or administrative hearings 

  • Experience in travel risk management and the ability to prepare robust security and threat briefings for senior executives  

  • Strong knowledge of security risk management principles, investigative technologies and intelligence platforms, and understanding of technical countermeasures, espionage threats, and protective operations 

  • Working knowledge of cybersecurity disciplines and their integration with physical security and operational technology framework  

  • Eligibility for Top Secret Government of Canada clearance, and possession of a valid driver’s license and passport with flexibility for global travel 

 

Key Accountabilities  

  • Lead complex internal investigations involving business conduct breaches, ethical violations, or security incidents 

  • Apply advanced investigative techniques including Open-Source Intelligence Investigation (OSINT), social media analytics, digital forensics, and financial intelligence 

  • Coordinate sensitive investigative strategies, including surveillance resources, confidential informant management, and applying PEACE model interviewing techniques 

  • Manage multiple high-priority investigations and apply strong project management principles to prepare detailed investigation reports and present findings in court, arbitration, or administrative proceedings in a fast-paced environment 

  • Deliver executive-level briefings, intelligence summaries, journey management guidance and travel risk assessments to senior leadership and personnel traveling to highrisk destinations 

  • Oversee executive protection operations and technical countermeasure inspections to mitigate threats 

  • Build and maintain strong partnerships with law enforcement, intelligence agencies, and government stakeholders 

  • Support business continuity and crisis response activities aligned with Canadian ICS Level 100/200 principles 

  • Exemplary integrity, discretion, and professional conduct to uphold the highest standards of confidentiality, discretion, and professionalism while managing sensitive and privileged information 

  • Collaborate closely with Legal, HR, IT, Cyber Security, and Risk to ensure cohesive, compliant, and effective security responses 

  • Incorporate physical security, cyber security, and human rights frameworks—including the Voluntary Principles—into operational planning 

  • Highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with strong conflict resolution and ability to make sound decision under pressure or ambiguous conditions 

 

Location and other key details:  

  • You will work out our Calgary Head Office - located in the Suncor Energy Centre at 150 –6th Ave S.W.  

  • You will work Monday – Friday 40 hours as well as weekend based on team rotation requirements 

  • Overtime and work hour flexibility is required 

  • Valid driver’s license and passport, with flexibility to travel globally on short notice 

Think we are a fit? Apply now!

Suncor is committed to providing equal opportunities for employment and building an inclusive, results-oriented and high-performance culture where all members of our team feel safe, valued and respected.