Airport Security Operations Leader - Assistant Director

Transportation Security Administration; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 106,000 - 138,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan (TSP)

Flexible Spending Account

Paid federal holidays

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Wichita, KS, is seeking an Assistant Federal Security Director - Generalist to lead daily security operations at ICT airport. You will direct a team across multiple checkpoints, ensuring compliant and efficient security processes while coordinating with DHS and FSD leadership.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, staff supervision, and incident response to safeguard travelers and critical infrastructure.

Qualifications

• This position requires strong leadership and program management skills.
• Experience directing security operations and staff in a high-stakes environment.

Responsibilities

• Direct airport security operations and staffing for multiple checkpoints.
• Advise Federal Security Director on operational plans and performance.
• Develop and implement security programs, training, and crisis response.
• Coordinate with external partners, budget planning, and resource allocation.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Wichita, KS, is seeking an Assistant Federal Security Director - Generalist to lead daily security operations at ICT airport. You will direct a team across multiple checkpoints, ensuring compliant and efficient security processes while coordinating with DHS and FSD leadership.

The role emphasizes strategic planning, staff supervision, and incident response to safeguard travelers and critical infrastructure.