WATERBORNE SECURITY OFFICER

SIX MARITIME

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Training opportunities

Advancement potential

Dynamic operational environments

Job summary

Six Maritime is seeking qualified Waterborne Security Officers to support maritime security operations in and around ports, shipyards, and critical maritime infrastructure. This role involves conducting security patrols from small vessels, maintaining situational awareness on the water, and ensuring compliance with applicable security plans and regulations.

Waterborne Security Officers play a critical role in protecting vessels, facilities, and personnel operating in the maritime domain.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Valid driver’s license.
Ability to pass background check, drug screening, and fitness-for-duty requirements.
Strong communication and situational awareness skills.
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
Comfortable working in a maritime environment.

Responsibilities

Conduct waterborne security patrols in designated security zones.
Monitor vessel traffic and identify suspicious or non-compliant activity.
Enforce access control and exclusion zones from the water.
Maintain communication with shoreside security teams, vessel crews, and supervisors.
Operate small boats safely in varying weather and sea conditions.
Complete patrol logs, incident reports, and other required documentation.
Support emergency response actions as directed.
Comply with all company policies, client requirements, and regulatory standards.

Skills

Strong communication

Situational awareness

Flexibility

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Waterborne Security Officer

Location: San Diego, CA / Jacksonville, FL

Employment Type: Full-Time

Reports To: Operations Supervisor / Site Lead

Position Overview

Six Maritime is seeking qualified Waterborne Security Officers to support maritime security operations in and around ports, shipyards, and critical maritime infrastructure. This role involves conducting security patrols from small vessels, maintaining situational awareness on the water, and ensuring compliance with applicable security plans and regulations.

Waterborne Security Officers play a critical role in protecting vessels, facilities, and personnel operating in the maritime domain.

Key Responsibilities

Conduct waterborne security patrols in designated security zones
Monitor vessel traffic and identify suspicious or non-compliant activity
Enforce access control and exclusion zones from the water
Maintain communication with shoreside security teams, vessel crews, and supervisors
Operate small boats safely in varying weather and sea conditions
Complete patrol logs, incident reports, and other required documentation
Support emergency response actions as directed
Comply with all company policies, client requirements, and regulatory standards

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent
Valid driver’s license
Ability to pass background check, drug screening, and fitness-for-duty requirements
Strong communication and situational awareness skills
Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays
Comfortable working in a maritime environment

Preferred Qualifications