Security Operations Officer

• Oversee and monitor security operations across airport facilities, including terminals, baggage handling areas, airfields, and restricted zones.
  
• Use CCTV systems, alarm monitoring equipment, and other surveillance tools to detect and respond to potential security breaches.
  
• Ensure all security systems, such as metal detectors, X-ray machines, and biometric scanners, are functioning properly.
  

• Serve as the first responder for security incidents, including passenger disputes, suspicious activities, and security breaches.
  
• Coordinate with internal security teams, airport police, and external law enforcement agencies during security emergencies.
  
• Execute emergency procedures, including evacuation, lockdowns, and response to bomb threats or terrorist activities, in line with airport security protocols.
  

• Ensure compliance with aviation security regulations from authorities such as the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), Transportation Security Administration (TSA), and the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).
  
• Regularly review security policies and procedures to ensure alignment with changing laws and airport standards.
  
• Conduct internal audits of security protocols and recommend corrective actions when necessary.
  

• Supervise passenger and luggage screening operations to ensure compliance with security measures.
  
• Oversee security checks of airport personnel, contractors, and vehicles entering secure areas.
  
• Ensure all staff are adhering to identification badge procedures and that all restricted access areas are secured at all times.
  

• Provide training and guidance to airport personnel and security staff on aviation security protocols, emergency procedures, and incident reporting.
  
• Conduct security briefings and drills for airport employees to ensure preparedness for various threat scenarios.
  
• Promote a culture of security awareness among passengers and staff by implementing educational programs and communication strategies.
  

• Lead investigations into security breaches, thefts, or any other criminal activities at the airport.
  
• Maintain detailed incident reports and logs of security issues, including the actions taken and outcomes.
  
• Assist in preparing comprehensive security reports for senior management and relevant regulatory authorities.
  

• Work closely with airport management, airlines, ground handling staff, and external security services to coordinate security measures and responses.
  
• Collaborate with law enforcement, customs, and immigration authorities to facilitate security operations at the airport.
  
• Attend meetings with government officials and industry associations to stay updated on new security threats and best practices.
  

• Oversee access control systems, ensuring only authorized personnel have access to restricted areas.
  
• Regularly inspect physical security measures such as fences, barriers, and lighting systems to ensure the airport's perimeter is secure.
  
• Manage key control systems and ensure compliance with protocols regarding sensitive areas such as cargo facilities, maintenance hangars, and control towers.
  

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