IAD-Security Supervisor (2nd Shift)

Menzies Aviation Careers•Sterling, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Security Supervisor oversees airport security operations to protect passengers, employees, aircraft, and airport facilities. The role supervises security personnel, enforces airport security protocols, and ensures compliance with TSA regulations, FAA requirements, and company policies while maintaining a secure and orderly airport environment. The stated shift is 4:00 PM to 12:00 AM. The position involves supervising security officers, monitoring compliance, inspecting secure areas, responding to incidents, overseeing access controls, coordinating with airport and emergency partners, investigating incidents, training staff, monitoring security equipment, ensuring adequate staffing, and maintaining records and compliance documentation. The supervisor also supports emergency response procedures and is responsible for following workplace health, safety, wellbeing, and security requirements.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age.
High school diploma or GED.
At least one year of security, military, law enforcement, or airport security experience.
At least one year of lead or supervisory experience.
Knowledge of TSA regulations, airport security protocols, and emergency procedures.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Strong leadership and conflict-resolution skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced airport environment.
Ability to work flexible schedules, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overtime.
Ability to read, write, understand, and carry out instructions in English, and to verbally direct in English.
Must meet the requirements to obtain a security-sensitive identification badge.
Must have good hearing and vision.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and respond quickly to security incidents or emergencies.
Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds occasionally.
Ability to work in varying weather conditions and high-security environments.
Must treat all information as confidential.

Nice To Haves

Airline or airport operations leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Supervise daily activities of airport security officers, including door guards, screeners, and patrol personnel.
Monitor compliance with TSA regulations, airport security procedures, and company policies.
Inspect secured and restricted areas to ensure proper access control.
Respond promptly and professionally to security incidents, emergencies, and suspicious activity.
Oversee access control systems, badge verification, and entry and exit procedures for secure areas.
Coordinate with airport operations, law enforcement, airline personnel, and emergency response teams.
Investigate security incidents and prepare detailed reports and documentation.
Provide training, coaching, and performance feedback to security staff.
Monitor CCTV systems, access control systems, alarm systems, and other security equipment.
Ensure proper staffing levels and assign daily duties and posts to security personnel.
Enforce safety protocols and escalate violations or breaches as required.
Support emergency response procedures, including evacuations and crisis situations.
Maintain accurate logs, reports, and compliance documentation.
Perform other duties as requested.
Take reasonable care of the health, safety, and wellbeing of oneself and others, following provided information, training, and workplace rules or procedures.