Global Cargo Security & Compliance Manager

AIT Worldwide Logistics, Inc.; Palatine (IL); On-site; USD 64,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

401(k) plan

Paid parental leave

Dental

Job summary

AIT Worldwide Logistics seeks a Manager, Operations Security and Compliance to oversee protection of high-value cargo and ensure compliance with CTPAT and TAPA standards. This role leads security audits, risk assessments, and corrective action programs across domestic and international logistics operations.

The position focuses on forwarding and logistics operations, serving as the primary security liaison for customer security leaders.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED is required.
• Bachelor's degree in security management, Criminal Justice, Logistics, Risk Management or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct security risk assessments for carriers, subcontractors, and service providers.
• Perform facility security assessments aligned with industry standards.
• Define and enforce transport security controls for high-value shipments.
• Prepare for CTPAT validations, TAPA audits, and customer security audits.
• Develop and deliver security awareness training for Operations and Warehouse teams.
• Lead investigations of security incidents and coordinate corrective actions.

Skills

Cross-functional communication

Audits & investigations

Security risk assessment

Incident response

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Bachelor's degree in security management or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Security tracking tools

Job description

AIT Worldwide Logistics seeks a Manager, Operations Security and Compliance to oversee protection of high-value cargo and ensure compliance with CTPAT and TAPA standards. This role leads security audits, risk assessments, and corrective action programs across domestic and international logistics operations.

The position focuses on forwarding and logistics operations, serving as the primary security liaison for customer security leaders.