Cruise Security Officer: Night Patrols & Access Control

OSM Thome Limited; United States; Remote; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

OSM Thome Recruitment is seeking experienced Security Officers for Royal Caribbean Group aboard a cruise ship. The role covers gangway access control, screening procedures, and incident response, with hours based on the ship’s schedule and current operations.

You will work with the Watchkeeping Officer and Security team to maintain safety, enforce regulations, and log activities. Requirements include 4+ years in security, STCW Basic Safety Training, and strong English communication in a

Qualifications

• Minimum four years of experience in Army, Maritime, Aviation, Police, or Hotel Security.
• Strong background in physical security, including access control and screening.
• Experience with security screening equipment (x-ray, metal detection, explosives/narcotics).
• Ability to work effectively in a multinational environment.
• Completion of STCW ’95 Basic Safety Training.
• Familiarity with shipboard emergency and security equipment.

Responsibilities

• Control access to the ship during gangway operations.
• Conduct screening procedures per SQM and Royal Caribbean standards.
• Perform nighttime patrols and respond to incidents.
• Maintain logs and brief officers on incidents.
• Follow emergency protocols and alert Duty Officer.
• Act as lookout and participate in safety rounds.
• Attend required trainings and meetings.
• Maintain English communication with guests and crew.

Skills

Access control

Screening procedures

Patrol operations

Multinational teamwork

English communication

Education

STCW Basic Safety Training

Tools

X-ray screening equipment

Metal detectors

Explosives/narcotics detection equipment

Job description

OSM Thome Recruitment is seeking experienced Security Officers for Royal Caribbean Group aboard a cruise ship. The role covers gangway access control, screening procedures, and incident response, with hours based on the ship’s schedule and current operations.

You will work with the Watchkeeping Officer and Security team to maintain safety, enforce regulations, and log activities. Requirements include 4+ years in security, STCW Basic Safety Training, and strong English communication in a