Senior Freight Security Specialist, Road Transport US | 7 On / 7 Off | Daytime 5 AM - 6 PM

DSV•Lancaster, TX

22d•$65,000 - $75,000•Onsite

About The Position

DSV is seeking a Senior Freight Security Specialist to support the secure movement of high-value and high-risk freight across its transportation network. The role monitors active shipments and security technology, reviews shipment security controls, evaluates exceptions and risks, and determines appropriate actions or escalations. It also helps identify cargo theft trends, security gaps, device and process failures, and operational vulnerabilities; conducts security reviews; maintains accurate records; and collaborates with internal teams and external partners during security events. The position is based in Lancaster, Texas, in Road Transport US. It follows a schedule of seven consecutive days on and seven days off, Tuesday through Monday, from 5:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The posting describes the schedule as daytime, though a summary sentence also refers to overnight shifts. The role operates primarily in a professional office environment supporting continuous transportation operations and requires consistent availability and responsiveness during scheduled hours.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
3 to 5 years of experience in transportation, logistics, supply chain security, cargo security, loss prevention, or a related operational environment.
Working knowledge of transportation operations, shipment lifecycle, routing, cargo security, and high-value freight requirements.
Experience using GPS tracking, telematics, geofencing, cargo security devices, or other security monitoring technology.
Experience evaluating security exceptions, identifying risk, and determining appropriate actions based on established requirements and circumstances.
Experience using Transportation Management Systems (TMS) and other transportation or security technology.
Strong security and risk-assessment skills, including the ability to identify vulnerabilities and evaluate security exceptions.
Exceptional attention to detail in verifying security requirements, device status, shipment information, and documentation.
Strong sense of urgency and responsiveness to security alerts, exceptions, and time-sensitive issues.
Sound judgment and decision-making in time-sensitive or high-risk situations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including evaluating security data, identifying patterns, and recommending actions.
Strong organizational skills and ability to independently manage multiple high-priority shipments and security matters.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Strong proficiency with transportation, tracking, telematics, and security monitoring systems, as well as Microsoft Office applications.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, Criminal Justice, Security Management, Business Administration, or a related field; an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience may be considered.
Experience supporting high-value freight, cargo theft prevention, shipment security, or security monitoring.
Experience supporting security incident response, audits, or investigations.

Responsibilities

Review high-value and high-risk shipments to identify security requirements and confirm controls are in place before and throughout transit.
Ensure required security devices and monitoring technologies are assigned, activated, configured, and functioning according to shipment requirements and risk level.
Monitor active shipments using GPS, telematics, geofencing, security devices, and other tracking technology for route deviations, device failures, unauthorized stops, and other potential security concerns.
Independently evaluate security exceptions and determine appropriate actions, escalations, or additional controls based on shipment risk, circumstances, and established requirements.
Review routing, secure parking, seal controls, chain-of-custody requirements, and other shipment security measures to identify vulnerabilities.
Respond promptly to security alerts and incidents by reviewing shipment, tracking, telematics, and security data to assess risk and support timely resolution.
Analyze cargo theft activity, security incidents, regional alerts, and emerging trends to identify risks and recommend preventive measures.
Conduct security reviews and audits to validate compliance with established requirements, procedures, and customer-specific protocols.
Coordinate with Operations, Safety, Compliance, law enforcement, cargo theft task forces, insurance partners, and other stakeholders during significant security events, as appropriate.
Identify recurring security gaps, device or process failures, and operational vulnerabilities, and recommend improvements to security controls.
Maintain accurate security records, incident information, device status, and shipment documentation in applicable systems; prepare reports and summaries for management.
Perform other duties, responsibilities, and project work assigned by management.