Timothy J. Koerner
Vice-President and Chief Security Officer

Timothy J. Koerner was appointed Vice-President and Chief Security Officer on March 3, 2009.  He is responsible for CN's Risk Management function, including CN Police, and is based in Montreal.

Mr. Koerner joined CN as Assistant Vice-President of Risk Management in April 2008 after a distinguished career in law enforcement and risk management, including 25 years with the United States Secret Service, culminating as the Assistant Director for the Office of Protective Operations.  His extensive experience includes managing complex criminal investigations, development of crisis management protocols and executive security plans for high profile events and people, including the President and Vice-President of the United States. 

Mr. Koerner completed CN's “Railroad MBA” program.  He holds a Master of Forensic Science degree from George Washington University in Washington, D.C. and a Bachelor of Science degree from Shepherd College in West Virginia.