Aviation Security Director

Key Responsibilities

• Provide overall operational leadership and administrative direction for all contract security operations.
• Ensure full compliance with Title 49 C.F.R. Part 1542 and all TSA, airport, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee and manage all security officers and supervisory personnel, including staffing, scheduling, performance management, and discipline.
• Maintain a thorough understanding of each assigned post, including operational procedures, staffing requirements, and risk profiles.
• Serve as the primary on-site liaison with airport stakeholders, TSA representatives, law enforcement, and other partners.
• Implement and monitor quality assurance, training, and performance standards across all posts.
• Lead incident response and crisis management, ensuring timely reporting, documentation, and corrective actions.
• Develop and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) and post orders.
• Ensure proper onboarding, training, and certification of all personnel in accordance with contract requirements.
• Monitor and manage contract performance metrics, staffing levels, and service delivery standards.
• Provide regular reports, briefings, and updates to the Contract Security Manager.
• Support audits, inspections, and regulatory reviews.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Aviation Management, Security Management, or a closely related field OR
• Minimum of seven (7) years of aviation/security management experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree
• Minimum of five (5) years of aviation/security management experience, including:
• Demonstrated knowledge of airport security operations and regulatory compliance
• Prior proven experience managing large-scale security operations and personnel

Preferred Qualifications

• AAAEE Airport Certified Employee (ACE) – Security designation Required within two (2) years of contract start date
• AAAEE Certified Member (CM) designation (preferred)
• Experience in a large hub airport environment
• Prior Law Enforcement Experience

Travel and Telecommuting

• Telecommute Option: Little (less than 10%)
• Relocation: Relocation is not provided.

Compensation, Benefits & Application Information

• Anticipated salary range: $125,000 to $140,000 annually
• Comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Vacation and Sick Time
• 11 Paid Holidays Per Year
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Education and Professional Development Reimbursement
• Other benefits in accordance with company plans and policies

To Apply

• Apply through the Xcelerate Careers site.
• Applications will be accepted until August 31, 2026.