Security Program Manager – Covenant Aviation Security – PDX

About the Role

Covenant Aviation Security is seeking a Security Program Manager to lead its airport security operations at Portland International Airport (PDX). This position oversees supervisors, staffing, service quality, and security programs associated with 49 CFR Part 1542. The manager works with airport representatives, airlines, TSA, law enforcement, and local government officials.

Responsibilities

• Direct security operations through subordinate supervisors and evaluate performance, procedures, compliance, and technical readiness.
• Develop staffing plans and employee schedules to meet operational needs and use resources efficiently.
• Oversee assignments, leave approvals, performance reviews, hiring selections, promotions, and employee development.
• Resolve employee concerns, address disciplinary matters, and identify training needs.
• Help develop budgets, manage program goals, and improve service quality, customer satisfaction, and operating efficiency.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, regulatory agencies, law enforcement, and labor-relations contacts.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizen, U.S. national, or lawful permanent resident.
• A bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution and at least five years of aviation or security management experience, including two years at an airport regulated under 49 CFR Part 1542.
• The employer states that seven years of aviation/security management experience may substitute for the bachelor’s degree.
• Maintain the Supervisory and Executive Manager certification specified by the employer through the Oregon Department of Public Safety Standards and Training (DPSST).
• Knowledge of aviation security operations, staffing plans, financial performance, and customer-focused service improvement.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• AAAE Airport Certified Employee (ACE) Security certification is preferred at hire and required within one year of hire.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance, effective the first day of the month following 60 days of continuous employment.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid time off.
• Company-paid life insurance and voluntary supplemental life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
• Company-furnished uniforms where applicable.

Pay

$90,000–$110,000 per year (USD)

Schedule

Monday–Friday, 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with availability for after‑hours calls involving incidents or emergencies; airport security operations run 24/7.