Transportation Security Coordinator

Crane Worldwide Logistics • Houston, TX

49d • Onsite

About The Position

This role supports the regional selection, qualification, and onboarding of secure yard locations in alignment with company security standards. The coordinator will manage required documentation, qualification checklists, and validation activities for submission to Global Transportation Security. They will also participate in site inspections, assessments, and secure yard reviews, maintain visibility into the approval status of yard locations, and promote consistent implementation of secure yard policies and compliance requirements across the region. The position involves monitoring adherence to security standards, partnering with stakeholders to resolve compliance gaps, and serving as the regional point of contact for secure yard vendors and operators. Additionally, the role supports audit and inspection activities, regional risk assessments, incident response, and security training.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in criminal justice, security management, business administration, or related field preferred, or equivalent experience
• 5–8 years of experience in: Transportation or logistics security, Physical security operations, Vendor or facility oversight
• Experience in security audits and compliance programs
• Risk assessment methodologies
• Program Management
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and time management abilities
• Knowledge of: CTPAT, TAPA, and supply chain security standards, HVHR cargo risk environment, Physical security systems (access control, CCTV, guarding)

Nice To Haves

• Experience in logistics, transportation, manufacturing, or global enterprise environments
• Familiarity with TAPA, C TPAT, ISO, or similar security frameworks
• Professional certifications (CPP, PSP, PCI, CBCP, or similar)

Responsibilities

• Support the regional selection, qualification, and onboarding of secure yard locations in alignment with company security standards
• Coordinate the completion of required documentation, qualification checklists, and validation activities for submission to Global Transportation Security
• Participate in site inspections, assessments, and secure yard reviews in partnership with Global Transportation Security and Regional Security leadership
• Maintain visibility into the approval status of yard locations, including approved, conditional, and non-approved sites within the assigned region
• Promote consistent implementation of secure yard policies, procedures, and compliance requirements across the region
• Monitor adherence to established security standards, including perimeter protection, access control, guarding, surveillance, lighting, and recordkeeping
• Partner with Operations, yard operators, and vendors to identify, address, and resolve compliance gaps
• Serve as the regional point of contact for secure yard vendors and operators, supporting onboarding, compliance validation, and security-related training
• Monitor vendor performance against security expectations and escalate non-compliance concerns in accordance with established procedures
• Support the execution of regional audit and inspection activities, including documentation of findings, corrective action follow-up, and maintenance of audit-ready records
• Assist with regional risk assessments by identifying vulnerabilities, operational trends, and exposure points related to yard operations and transportation flows
• Support the response, documentation, and escalation of yard-related incidents, thefts, and security anomalies in coordination with GSOC, Operations, and Corporate Security
• Coordinate secure yard and transportation security training for regional stakeholders and maintain training records to support compliance and audit requirements

Benefits

• Quarterly Incentive Plan
• 136 hours of Paid Time Off which equals 17 days for the year, that can be used for Sick Time or for Personal Use
• Excellent Medical, Dental and Vision benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement for education related to your job
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Employee Recognition and Rewards Program
• Paid Volunteer Time to support a cause that is close to your heart and contributes to our communities
• Employee Discounts
• Wellness Incentives that can go up to $100 per year for completing challenges, in addition to a discount on contribution rates

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level