Aviation & Maritime Security Lead - 24/7 Operations

International SOS; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

International SOS in Phoenix is seeking a Senior Security Manager – Aviation & Maritime to lead the local security team across aviation and maritime operations. The role drives 24/7 service delivery, governance, and capability development while reporting to regional/global security leadership.

The candidate will oversee multiple specialists, coordinate with GRC and global teams, and ensure alignment with client commitments and follow-the-sun requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience in aviation, security, risk or related field.
• Formal leadership training is desirable.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct line management and day-to-day leadership for the Phoenix-based Aviation & Maritime Security team.
• Oversee multiple security roles and ensure 24/7 service delivery.
• Lead workforce planning, recruitment support, onboarding and development.
• Coordinate with Global Security Management and regional teams to align local with global standards.
• Manage quality assurance, incident response, client communications and risk decisions.
• Ensure procedures, training materials and knowledge resources are current and accessible.

Skills

Aviation security

Crisis management

Leadership

Workforce planning

Intelligence analysis

Client engagement

Education

Bachelor’s degree in aviation/security/int'l relations/risk mgmt

Tools

Content-management systems

Case management systems

Microsoft 365

Job description

International SOS in Phoenix is seeking a Senior Security Manager – Aviation & Maritime to lead the local security team across aviation and maritime operations. The role drives 24/7 service delivery, governance, and capability development while reporting to regional/global security leadership.

The candidate will oversee multiple specialists, coordinate with GRC and global teams, and ensure alignment with client commitments and follow-the-sun requirements.