Air Cargo Security Specialist: Compliance, Audits & Training

Placements24; Tlaquepaque; On-site; MXN 480,000 - 600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement plan

Paid vacation

Professional development

Job summary

Placements24 in Mexico is seeking an Air Cargo Security Specialist for the Tlaquepaque, Jalisco location. The role focuses on safeguarding air cargo, ensuring compliance with global regulations, and leading security program initiatives across facilities and personnel.

Responsibilities include audits, staff training, incident investigations, and coordination with regulators to maintain secure, efficient cargo flows in a critical logistics hub.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Security Management, Logistics, Aviation Management, or a related field.
• Experience in aviation or cargo security is required or preferred.
• Proven ability to assess risk and develop security strategies.
• Strong attention to detail and reporting skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and enforce air cargo security programs and procedures.
• Ensure compliance with national and international aviation security regulations (e.g., TSA, ICAO).
• Conduct regular security audits and assessments of facilities, processes, and personnel.
• Oversee cargo screening operations using screening technologies and methods.
• Investigate security incidents and prepare detailed reports with corrective actions.
• Train and manage security personnel, keeping protocols up to date.
• Liaise with regulators, law enforcement, and stakeholders on security matters.
• Manage security documentation, records, and databases.
• Identify security risks and vulnerabilities in cargo handling.

Skills

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Teamwork

Security clearances

Education

Bachelor's degree in Security/Logistics

Tools

X-ray screening

ETD procedures

Job description

Placements24 in Mexico is seeking an Air Cargo Security Specialist for the Tlaquepaque, Jalisco location. The role focuses on safeguarding air cargo, ensuring compliance with global regulations, and leading security program initiatives across facilities and personnel.

Responsibilities include audits, staff training, incident investigations, and coordination with regulators to maintain secure, efficient cargo flows in a critical logistics hub.