Security & Public Safety Analyst I

San Diego County Regional Airport Authority•San Diego, CA

5d•$67,695 - $108,313•Onsite

About The Position

The Aviation & Public Safety Department is seeking a Security & Public Safety Analyst I to provide specialized support for aviation security programs, public safety initiatives, and emergency response activities at San Diego International Airport. The role supports responses to and coordination of security events, monitors operational compliance, and helps ensure airport practices align with applicable regulations, standards, mandates, and organizational requirements. The position works in a dynamic airport environment alongside internal Airport Authority departments and external stakeholders, including airlines, tenants, contractors, the TSA, law enforcement, public safety agencies, and first responders. It supports the safety, security, and resilience of the traveling public, airport employees, tenants, and critical infrastructure. The role includes regular operation of Airport Authority vehicles throughout the SAN campus, in both landside and airside environments. A valid California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required. The position also requires successful completion of a fingerprint-based background investigation, training, and testing for employment and use of specified security and communications equipment. Public employees are designated disaster service workers and may be assigned disaster service activities.

Requirements

Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in aviation management, public administration, security or emergency management, or a closely related field; or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
One year of progressively responsible administrative and/or programmatic experience in aviation security and/or emergency preparedness.
Maintain a valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Authority’s vehicle insurance policy.
A valid California driver’s license and an acceptable driving record are required to operate Authority vehicles.
Successfully complete a fingerprint-based background investigation, training, and testing required for employment and operation of Authority and San Diego County physical security, surveillance, radio, and telecommunications equipment.
Demonstrate change-management skills and the ability to deliver targeted results to specification and on schedule.
Demonstrate relationship-building and interpersonal skills, including listening, trust-building, and verbal and written communication skills.
Exercise diplomacy and discretion when handling sensitive, complex, and confidential issues.
Use technology effectively, including proficiency with MS Office Suite and knowledge of access control technology.
Demonstrate teamwork and collaboration with stakeholders inside and outside the organization.
Demonstrate critical analysis, root-cause identification, problem-solving, conflict-resolution, attention to detail, organization, sound judgment, and self-motivation.

Nice To Haves

AAAE CM or AAE certification.
ACE Security certification.
U.S. Airport Professional (USAP) designation.

Responsibilities

Coordinate daily aviation security, public safety, and landside operational activities to maintain compliance with local, state, and federal requirements.
Coordinate airport and employee security matters and apply emergency plans, Airport Security Program requirements, certification manual provisions, and operational procedures.
Administer and enforce access requirements for security-controlled and other operational areas.
Respond to, coordinate, and help resolve security incidents, drills, emergency preparedness activities, crisis situations, security breaches, alarm activations, accidents, evacuations, power outages, crowd-control events, threats, medical emergencies, and irregular operations.
Serve in an assigned Airport Commander or incident coordination role during security events, in accordance with established plans, procedures, and delegated authority.
Interpret and apply regulations, mandates, programs, policies, procedures, and operational initiatives; serve as a technical resource in assigned areas.
Conduct security and safety assessments, inspections, tests, compliance reviews, and outreach activities.
Represent the Authority and deliver presentations on aviation security, public safety, emergency preparedness, and related programs.
Develop and maintain productive relationships with internal and external stakeholders; coordinate solutions, corrective actions, operational issue resolution, projects, and initiatives.
Issue Notices of Violation, document findings, and recommend remedial or corrective actions under established Authority programs and procedures.
Communicate operational advisories, resolve issues within assigned authority, facilitate decision-making, and support implementation and acceptance of programs and initiatives.
Monitor and coordinate tenant, contractor, and service-provider activities for compliance with applicable requirements.
Assist with development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of aviation security, public safety, emergency preparedness, and operational programs.
Research, analyze, prepare, and recommend improvements to programs, procedures, practices, documents, reports, data, budgets, training materials, systems, and airport infrastructure.
Maintain awareness of regulatory developments, industry practices, emerging threats, technologies, and operational trends.
Operate Authority vehicles on the SAN campus to conduct inspections, respond to calls, perform field assessments, support emergency operations, and carry out daily aviation security and public safety duties.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

14 paid holidays.
18–33 days of vacation (PTO).
Parental and childcare benefits.
Salary continuance for family and parental leave.
Tuition reimbursement.
Retirement plan options, including a comprehensive pension plan and a 457 defined contribution plan.
Annual employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account for personal development and growth activities.
Multiple on-site gyms.
Outdoor workspaces.
Access to financial wellness advisors.
Scenic walking trails near campus.
Wellness package.