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Keith CHANT

St. Albert,AB

Summary

Consummate security,law enforcement, and investigations management professional with extensive background building, leading, allocating, and retaining talented teams within high-pressure, fast-paced, and highly regulated environments for over 20 years. Work collaboratively with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders, and government agents to ensure top site safety, security, and incidents management. Strategic in planning and implementation of emergency responses, security programs, and overall guard operations.

Combine strong investigative, security, and conflict resolution acumen to play key roles in timely and safe completion of projects ranging in size, value, and complexity.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Deputy Project Security Manager

Fluor
Kitimat
11.2023 - Current
  • Implementation of an integrated security management system to reduce security incidents and improved response times to emergencies.
  • Developed and enforced security policies, procedures, and protocols to protect confidential information.
  • Conducted regular staff training on security policies and procedures.
  • Audited existing security systems for potential vulnerabilities and implemented corrective measures as necessary.
  • Implemented an incident response process to ensure timely resolution of security issues.
  • Managed a team of Security Officers responsible for monitoring CCTV cameras and responding to alarms.
  • Established relationships with law enforcement agencies in order to facilitate investigation or other criminal activities.
  • Created reports summarizing findings from investigations.
  • Recommended changes in processes and procedures related to information security and risk management.
  • Maintained team compliance with professionalism guidelines and security team standards.
  • Completed investigations of security incidents and wrote reports for permanent record.

Marine Facility Security Officer/Investigator

Fluor
Kitimat
04.2022 - 11.2023
  • Developed and implemented security policies, procedures and plans to protect personnel, assets and facilities.
  • Monitored the facility for intruders or any suspicious activities and reported incidents to the appropriate authorities.
  • Conducted security investigations of employee misconducts and other violations of company policy.
  • Maintained visitor logs and ensured that visitors have proper authorization before entering the facility.
  • Managed access control systems including key cards, CCTV cameras.
  • Provided training to staff on how to respond during emergencies like fire or intruder alarm activation.
  • Investigated theft cases at the facility and provided recommendations for loss prevention measures.
  • Evaluated current security systems for weaknesses or vulnerabilities and recommended corrective actions.
  • Coordinated with law enforcement agencies in order to investigate criminal activity at the facility.
  • Responded quickly to emergency situations such as fires, medical emergencies, bomb threats.
  • Reviewed surveillance footage from CCTV cameras in order to identify suspicious activities or persons.
  • Assisted with conducting drills for evacuation purposes in case of an emergency situation.
  • Oversee and support of K9 Drug Detection group.
  • Plan, implement and update marine facility security plans, policies and procedures in addition to ensuring compliance with Transport Canada and Custom Border Services regulations.

Intelligence Officer

Canadian Security Intelligence Agency
Edmonton
12.2012 - 04.2022
  • Conducted all-source analysis of foreign countries, organizations, and individuals to identify threats to national security.
  • Created detailed written assessments on potential terrorist activities in the region.
  • Monitored communication networks for suspicious activity and identified emerging threats.
  • Trained junior officers on proper protocols when utilizing advanced surveillance equipment.
  • Wrote and presented briefings and reports based on intelligence findings.
  • Reviewed combat plans and determined potential risks.
  • Performed reconnaissance operations across Canada to gather important field intelligence.
  • Identified potential and existing threats and vulnerabilities.
  • Reviewed video surveillance footage to identify individuals and support investigations.
  • Determined connections between criminal activities by linking suspects.

Military Police Officer

Canadian Forces
Edmonton
05.2001 - 12.2012
  • Conducted interviews with witnesses and suspects to obtain information related to case.
  • Organized and maintained files of all investigative activities.
  • Utilized surveillance techniques to observe subjects in public areas.
  • Gathered evidence from crime scenes including photographs, fingerprints, and physical samples.
  • Provided expert testimony in court concerning investigation findings.
  • Developed strategies for gathering additional evidence or intelligence related to cases.
  • Drafted legal documents such as search warrants, subpoenas, arrest warrants, and indictments.
  • Collaborated with local law enforcement agencies on criminal investigations.
  • Prepared detailed reports summarizing investigative activities and results.
  • Performed background checks on persons of interest in investigations.
  • Attended training sessions to stay current on new investigative trends and technologies.
  • Adhered to departmental policies regarding investigations and reporting procedures.
  • Followed up on leads obtained through interviews or other sources.
  • Reported results of investigations with written observations and photographs, and produced final reports.
  • Interviewed subjects, targets and witnesses for information verification and corroboration.
  • Liaised with law enforcement agencies to investigate and solve crimes.
  • Testified under oath in administrative hearings and criminal court cases.
  • Trained and mentored field investigators and worked with team lead to identify skills, problem areas and opportunities for staff development and improvement.
  • Managed surveillance of individuals, specific properties and events.
  • Liaised and worked effectively with international police agents throughout Afghanistan, Haiti, Dominican Republic, United Kingdom, United States and Australia.

Education

Associate of Applied Science - Law And Justice

Academy Canada
Corner Brook, NL
05-1998

Skills

  • Staff Development
  • Policy Implementation
  • Performance Management
  • Operations Management
  • Team Leadership
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Schedule Management
  • Emergency Response
  • Relationship Building
  • Employee Coaching and Mentoring
  • Negotiation and Conflict Resolution
  • Organizational Skills
  • Professionalism
  • Written Communication
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Good Judgment
  • Self Motivation
  • Decision-Making
  • Reliability
  • Problem Resolution
  • Problem-Solving
  • Action planning
  • Report Generation
  • Witness interviews
  • Investigation Management
  • Risk Assessment

Certification

  • Marine Facility Security Officer
  • ICS 100 - Shell Incident Command System
  • ICS 200 - Shell Incident Command System
  • Mental Health First Aid
  • Criminal Investigator
  • Criminal Intelligence Agent
  • Indigenous Canada
  • Police Officer

Work Availability

monday
tuesday
wednesday
thursday
friday
saturday
sunday
morning
afternoon
evening
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Work Preference

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

RemoteOn-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementWork-life balancePersonal development programsTeam Building / Company Retreats

Interests

Sports

Timeline

Deputy Project Security Manager

Fluor
11.2023 - Current

Marine Facility Security Officer/Investigator

Fluor
04.2022 - 11.2023

Intelligence Officer

Canadian Security Intelligence Agency
12.2012 - 04.2022

Military Police Officer

Canadian Forces
05.2001 - 12.2012

Associate of Applied Science - Law And Justice

Academy Canada
Keith CHANT