Port Security Operations Lead (MTSA/Coast Guard)

Colonial Group; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

401(k) Matching Contributions

Paid Time Off

Company-Paid Life Insurance

Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Flexible Spending Accounts

Company-Furnished Uniforms

Paid Training and Professional Develop

Job summary

Covenant Aviation Security seeks an experienced Project Manager for Port Security Operations to lead a complex maritime security program at the Port of San Diego. The role requires proven leadership in seaport or critical infrastructure settings and strong MTSA/U.S.

Coast Guard/DHS knowledge. This position manages multidisciplinary teams, ensures regulatory compliance, and delivers high-quality security services in high-consequence environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years managing security services in seaport or critical infrastructure.
• Current Secret Security Clearance or ability to obtain.
• Current Facility Security Officer (FSO) certification or ability to obtain.
• Current TWIC or ability to obtain.
• Proven leadership of large multidisciplinary security teams.
• Strong administrative and organizational skills including policy development, documentation, and compliance management.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel, SharePoint, and Teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide overall leadership and management of port security operations at active marine terminals and associated facilities.
• Oversee multidisciplinary security teams operating with TWIC access.
• Ensure U.S. Coast Guard-compliant screening operations at regulated facilities.
• Manage staffing, scheduling, training oversight, quality assurance, invoicing, reporting, and recordkeeping.
• Ensure full compliance with MTSA, U.S. Coast Guard, DHS, and state/local regulations.
• Develop, implement, and maintain site-specific security policies, procedures, and post orders.
• Coordinate MTSA training and DHS-approved screener training; ensure equipment certification.
• Maintain audit readiness and documentation for regulatory inspections and client reviews.
• Oversee CCTV and sensor systems; coordinate with camera operators and port infrastructure.
• Serve as primary contact for Port District, law enforcement, and stakeholders.
• Lead incident response, reporting, and after-action reviews for continuous improvement.

Skills

Security leadership

Team management

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

SharePoint

Teams

Job description

Covenant Aviation Security seeks an experienced Project Manager for Port Security Operations to lead a complex maritime security program at the Port of San Diego. The role requires proven leadership in seaport or critical infrastructure settings and strong MTSA/U.S.

Coast Guard/DHS knowledge. This position manages multidisciplinary teams, ensures regulatory compliance, and delivers high-quality security services in high-consequence environments.