Aviation Security Manager

Job description / Role

Aviation, Airlines & Aerospace

Purpose

The Security Manager reports directly to the Head of Corporate Security and has delegated responsibility in his absence. The primary role of the Security Manager is to assist in the management, development, and implementation of network-wide operational security standards and procedures in accordance with international security legislation, ensuring maximum security measures are taken to safeguard passengers, crew, staff, and property, thus ensuring that their safety is not jeopardized by a breakdown in security systems.

• Address any deficiency in security measures and take necessary action to restore security standards, including implementation of measures recommended by the Head of Corporate Security during periods of increased risk or for special flights and routes.
• Establish and maintain contacts both internally and externally to gather information on rules, legislation, and policies to safeguard the airline.
• Evaluate intelligence reports related to bomb threats and decide the course of action, ensuring there is limited disruption to the operation and that passengers, crew, staff, property, and aircraft are safe.
• Guide and advise staff and airport authorities on security search techniques and control wherever necessary during search and evacuation of aircraft/premises in response to bomb threats and other security incidents.
• Assist in the review of security training for flight crew and ground personnel and provide guidance and assistance to training instructors.
• Review and update security regulations, directives, and bulletins as appropriate for dissemination.
• Assist in conducting internal and external audits network-wide and ensure corrective action is taken to resolve and close findings.
• Maintain an understanding of all national and international AVSEC legislation and their amendments, enhancements, or changes that may affect operations within and outside the UAE.
• Provide relevant security training.
• Investigate criminal activity and malpractice.
• Assist the Head of Corporate Security in carrying out his responsibilities and perform any other assignments and missions on his behalf whenever required.
• Attend regular meetings on behalf of the Head of Corporate Security in their absence.

• Must be an Emirati national.
• Minimum university graduate from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 7 yearsu2019 experience in the aviation security industry, with at least 5 years in the training field.
• Must have attended the appropriate/mandatory government/IATA aviation security courses as required for Security Managers.
• Strong report writing skills are required and must be system literate and familiar with a range of IT systems.
• Knowledge of current and developing technical equipment/facilities, techniques for loss reduction, audit processes, and management practices.
• Sound knowledge of national and international aviation security legislation.

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