Summary

The Manager of Cargo Security reports directly to the Senior Manager of Security. The role serves as the primary Cargo Security subject matter expert and is responsible for the administration and management of Transportation Security Administration Full All-Cargo Aircraft Operator Standard Security Program, Aircraft Operator Standard Security Program, applicable Security Directives, 49 CFR Part 1540, and U.S. Customs and Border Protection federal regulations (including Host Government Cargo programs as applicable) covering cargo security acceptance, screening, vetting and transport requirements/programs.

The Manager of Cargo Security manages tactical day-to-day cargo security programs, communicates program changes and engages federal officials (TSA, CBP or Host Governments) to ensure Allegiant Air operations are fully supported

Monitors proposed and enacted regulatory changes, evaluates operational impact, and coordinates implementation across affected business units

Completes internal reviews, regular and ad-hoc security audits, outreach visits, evaluates adequacy of cargo security processes and identifies issues (system wide and one-offs)

Conducts investigations, provides subject matter expertise, and assists in preparing formal responses to allegations of company security violations asserted by government agencies.Represents company interests at civil hearings.

Conducts root cause and risk analysis of infractions and assists in formulating corrective action plans and responses to allegations of company security violations asserted by internal audits or government agencies.

Develops cargo security performance metrics and routinely monitors trends, audit results, corrective actions, and compliance indicators to identify areas requiring intervention

Oversees security compliance of regulated agents, cargo service providers, vendors, and other contracted entities involved in cargo acceptance, screening, handling, storage, or transportation

The Manager of Cargo Security partners with Allegiant Air operational stakeholders (Cargo, Stations/Ground Ops, Training, Safety, Legal, etc.as well as the industry partners to ensure cargo security requirements are translated into sustainable procedures, controls, training, and corrective actions.

Visa Sponsorship Available

Minimum Requirements

Combination of Education and Experience will be considered. Must be authorized to work in the US as defined by the Immigration Act of 1986. Must pass a Criminal Background Check.

Education:Bachelor’s Degree

Education Details:Bachelor's Degree in Aviation, Business Management, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Security Management, Public Administration, or a related field.

Years of Experience: Minimum five (5) years of aviation experience, including at least two (2) years supporting 14 CFR Part 121 air carrier security, cargo security, or TSA-regulated security programs.

Air carrier cargo security program administration experience

Experience managing TSA inspections, Letters of Investigation, Civil Penalty actions, or corrective action programs

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence stakeholders without direct authority

Working knowledge of 49 CFR Part 1540, applicable CBP and TSA-approved aircraft operator security program requirements, Security Directives, Emergency Amendments, and other cargo security requirements.

Demonstrated experience interpreting regulatory requirements and converting them into policies, procedures, controls, training, and operational guidance.

Knowledge of cargo acceptance, screening, chain-of-custody, access control, recordkeeping, and regulated-party oversight principles applicable to air carrier cargo operations.

Experience planning, conducting, documenting, and following up on compliance or quality assurance audits.

Ability to serve as a professional liaison with TSA and CBP and to support inspections, inquiries, corrective actions, and regulatory submissions.

Demonstrated ability to develop and deliver role-based training and to evaluate training effectiveness.