Manager of Security

About the role

The Manager of Security oversees the company's TSA-approved security program and ensures full compliance across on-demand and public charter operations. The role involves implementing, maintaining, and continuously improving security procedures including passenger and accessible property screening, threat response, and personnel vetting.

Responsibilities

• Implement, maintain, and update the TSA-approved TFSSP and any applicable Security Directives, Emergency Amendments, and Information Circulars;
• Ensure ongoing compliance with 49 CFR Part 1544, the TFSSP, and TSA requirements for passenger and accessible-property screening, as well as applicable international aviation security requirements;
• Serve as the company's principal point of contact with the TSA (including the Principal Security Specialist), coordinating inspections, audits, and information requests, and managing corrective-action responses to findings;
• Oversee passenger and accessible property screening processes at private terminals/FBOs and operating stations;
• Administer controls for aircraft, restricted areas, and secured/sensitive information;
• Develop, deploy, and maintain security-related training across the entire company;
• Manage Security Threat Assessments (STAs) and criminal history records checks (CHRC);
• Maintain and exercise procedures for bomb threats, suspicious items, unruly/disruptive passengers, and elevated-threat conditions;
• Support the company's emergency response plan and business-continuity efforts as they relate to security threats and events.

Requirements

• U.S. citizen
• 5+ years of experience in aviation security, law enforcement, military security, or a regulated transportation-security role
• Ability to obtain and maintain a passing Security Threat Assessment (STA) and Criminal History Records Check (CHRC)
• Demonstrated experience interfacing with regulatory agencies (TSA, FAA, or equivalent) during inspections and audits
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to author procedures and train personnel
• Sound judgment and composure under time-critical, high-pressure situations

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in aviation management, criminal justice, homeland security, or a related field — or equivalent experience
• Prior experience as an AOSC or Alternate AOSC, or in security program management for a Part 135 or Part 121 operator
• Strong working knowledge of 49 CFR Parts 1520, 1540, and 1544; the TSA Twelve-Five Standard Security Program (TFSSP); and 14 CFR Parts 135 and 380
• Familiarity with public charter (Part 380) by-the-seat operating models and private-terminal screening
• Experience selecting, deploying, or managing TSA-approved screening equipment (e.g., WTMD, HHMD, etc.) and screening vendors
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Certified Member / AAAE, security or emergency-management credentials)