Senior Aviation Security Operations Leader

Massachusetts Port Authority; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 166,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Work/life balance

Opportunities for growth

Safe, healthy, and secure work environ

Supportive and inclusive culture

Protecting the environment

Job summary

Massachusetts Port Authority seeks an Assistant Director, Aviation Security Operations to lead TSA-approved programs, ensuring ASP compliance and strong collaboration across agencies and airport stakeholders. You will guide staff, set operational priorities, and drive improvements through audits, risk assessments, and metrics.

You will champion security innovations, align plans with Massport objectives, and support safe, efficient aviation operations at BOS, Hanscom Field, and Worcester Regional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or related field.
• 10 years of experience in Homeland Security or Aviation Security with at least 5 years in supervision.
• Working knowledge of TSA regulations 1540, 1542, 129 and ICAO standards.
• Experience with senior aviation officials, federal/state/local law enforcement, and airport tenants.

Responsibilities

• Lead TSA-approved aviation security programs and ensure ASP and 49 CFR Part 1542 compliance across Massport airports.
• Foster collaboration among law enforcement, authorities, airport operators, tenants, and internal units for security operations and incident response.
• Provide leadership to Aviation Security personnel, set priorities, evaluate performance, and drive improvements via audits and risk assessments.
• Champion security innovation and align security plans with Massport business objectives and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Leadership

Regulatory knowledge

Data analysis

Risk assessments

Performance metrics

Education

Bachelor’s degree in law enforcement or related field

Job description

Massachusetts Port Authority seeks an Assistant Director, Aviation Security Operations to lead TSA-approved programs, ensuring ASP compliance and strong collaboration across agencies and airport stakeholders. You will guide staff, set operational priorities, and drive improvements through audits, risk assessments, and metrics.

You will champion security innovations, align plans with Massport objectives, and support safe, efficient aviation operations at BOS, Hanscom Field, and Worcester Regional