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Security Specialist 1 Jobs in Kansas City, MO at Eastern Airlines LLC
Overview
At Eastern Airlines curiosity and excitement for growth go a long way. In fact, Eastern Airlines was launched by seekers, adventurers and above all fliers. Our rich legacy and pioneering spirit are still evident in our team today.
Our open-hearted attitude, respect for the people we fly and our attention to detail is what sets Eastern Airlines apart from its competitors. Natural curiosity and hunger for wonder are behaviors that make our employees successful.
This summary provides a listing of the knowledge, skills and abilities that are critical components of the position for Sr. Security Specialist, working closely with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS)
General
This is a full-time, FLSA exempt position, that will report to the Director of Security and works closely with the Manager of Security, Director of Safety, and Director of Operations. This position interacts with Captains, First Officers, the Airport Services Team, the Commercial Team, and external vendors that provide security at the Company’s field locations. This position may also interact at times with the FAA or DOD. The Sr. Specialist – Security is responsible for providing the support necessary to help ensure that all employees and vendors are adequately knowledgeable of the Company’s security related duties in accordance with regulatory requirements and the Company’s security related goals. The Sr. Specialist – Security will also act as the Company’s Alternate Facility Security Officer
(AFSO) for the DOD, and be responsible along with the Manager of Security to ensure DOD requirements are met, the Company’s Ground Security Coordinators (GSCs) are adequately trained, and may work on Transportation Security Administration (TSA) audits as assigned by/ and as an alternate for the Manager or Director of Security.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Station Security Audits and Maintenance (Standards and Training for Security)
Conduct station security audits
TSA approval to operate required
Observe security check‐point screening, corrective actions if required
Verify station training requirements
GSC
Passenger Interview/Pre‐screening
DCS Training to change passenger clearance status
Train the trainer if available
Confirm staffing is adequate
TSA Signage
Monitors the security compliance of vendors and direct employees. Will interface with vendor management to ensure acceptable performance levels regarding security efforts.
A/C Security Search
A/C Security if RON
Interfaces with the Director of Security as necessary to ensure that regulatory information and
Eastern Airlines methods of compliance are promulgated to all employees who have a need to
know. SSI
Manage station training documents, ensure annual recurrent training is completed
Send annual quick station audit for internal management
Set training dates with stations to cover any security compliance issues
Review accepted training documents, manage all training provided by other airlines
Advises the Director of Security of all station training currency monthly
Ensure station access to Comply365 or IQSMS Removal of separated vendor auth. Reps.
Security Manual
AOSSP
PCSSP
Security Forms
EAL and EAX Crew Training/Tracking Annual and Recurrent
GSC
BCM
ISC
BST‐New program I would like to implement
NEW: FAM Self Defense Training would like to implement
FME Training (Need to do this better)
BCM
Sealing of A/C
Seal log tracking
Managing and monitoring for access control
Vendor Training and document management‐ Per IOSA
Responsible for all vendor contracts
Vendor training documents management
Approve accepted training materials
NEW PROCESS‐Contracts with Vendors Per IOSA
Implement process
Manage
Audit
Special Projects and cross utilization of all department requirements
Available back‐up as needed for any security related issues/time off coverage
Qualifications
The Security Specialist 1 will have detailed knowledge and understanding of the security training requirements for flight crews and all employees as spelled out in DOT, FAA, DOD, or Company regulations.
Bachelor’s Degree in Education or relevant Aviation field is preferred; High School diploma or equivalent is required
Two (2) or more years of experience working in a Flight and/or Airport Operations environment utilizing large turbo aircraft is mandatory; international experience preferred
Results-oriented with the ability to balance diverse and dynamic operational requirements
Prior experience in airline security or related discipline is preferred
Must be able to pass government FSO security training within one (1) year or less
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities will also include:
Ability to handle and maintain the confidentiality of sensitive information, and may also include classified information as part of the A-FSO role;
Ability to effectively communicate through written, verbal and electronic means;
Excellent presentation, written and verbal communication skills;
Strong interpersonal skills;
Proficient / Intermediate or better skills in MS PowerPoint, Excel and MS Office Suite;
Strong attention to detail and organizational skills;
Ability to work under minimal supervision; exercises independent good judgment, appropriate discretion, and takes initiative;
Self-motivated and independent problem-solving ability;
Ability to travel out of state if needed.
Must be a U.S. Citizen
Must be able to pass a two (2) year drug and alcohol background check, pre-employment drug test, and criminal history records check (CHRC)
Eastern Airlines is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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Title: Security Specialist 1
Company: Eastern Airlines LLC
Location: Kansas City, MO
