Cargo Physical Security Specialist – Aviation Security Company
JFK International Airport- Jamaica, NY
Global Elite Group- Providing world-class aviation security through innovation and people committed to excellence.
Our unarmed security officers are in the forefront of homeland security, safeguarding infrastructure and ensuring seamless and secure operations in many of the largest and busiest airports in the country.
Connect with a specialized recruiter today and learn how you can join the team that is setting the standard for ensuring seamless and secure operations in the physical cargo security sector with unmatched quality and attention to detail.
Global is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Benefits:
- $25.00 per hour- flexible per diem/part time schedule – possibility for periods with full time hours with open availability
- Paid training- opportunity to become a subject matter expert within a world class internationally recognized training program in a federally regulated industry
- Excellent opportunity for retired or former law enforcement or military
The successful candidate will be:
- Security minded
- Able to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, and other airport employees
- Focused on providing a friendly and customer-oriented experience
- Confident in working within a warehouse environment and making independent decisions with minimal supervision.
Position Overview:
A Cargo Physical Security Specialist focuses on safeguarding cargo during transport, storage, and handling. Their responsibilities typically include:
Monitoring, Surveillance, and Risk Assessment
- Evaluate and take measures to mitigate risks to cargo security, such as theft, tampering, or loss.
- Oversee cargo loading, unloading, and transit to ensure compliance with security standards.
- Use technology and systems to monitor cargo movements.
- Identify and respond to suspicious activities or breaches.
- Follow all security protocols tailored to the client’s needs and the environment.
Incident Management and Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure adherence to industry regulations (e.g., TSA, Customs, and Border Protection standards).
- Maintain records of incidents, audits, and compliance measures.
- Respond to security incidents, such as theft, vandalism, or loss of cargo.
- Leverage training and experience to effectively manage and address all situations encountered during duty.
Collaboration and Coordination
- Provide timely updates on movements, potential or actual risks, and incidents to the GEG Special Operations Command Center and client partner as needed.
- Work with logistics teams, customs officials, and transport companies to ensure secure operations.
- Liaise with regulatory agencies to stay updated on security guidelines and threats.
Qualifications:
- Ability to obtain an airport badge with customs seal: DHS requires a 10-year verifiable background check, including criminal, employment history. Also, must be able to pass a security threat assessment as administered by the TSA
- Must be at least 21 years old
- Must have a valid drivers license with a clean driving record
- Must have a valid State Security License
- Must be able to pass all initial and recurrent training classes and exams
- Federal regulations specify U.S. Citizenship, naturalized or birthright as an eligibility requirement to participate in mandatory position specific training.
- Must be willing and able to participate, with negative results in pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing
Skills Required
- Ability to obtain an airport badge with customs seal, including a 10-year verifiable criminal and employment background check and TSA security threat assessment
- At least 21 years old
- Valid driver's license with a clean driving record
- Valid state security license
- Ability to pass all initial and recurrent training classes and exams
- U.S. citizenship, naturalized or birthright, as required by federal regulations for mandatory position-specific training
- Ability and willingness to participate in pre-employment and random drug and alcohol testing with negative results
What We Do
Global Elite Group is a U.S.-based security-services provider headquartered in Garden City, New York. The company delivers professional aviation security solutions for airports, airlines, charter operators, and cargo operators nationwide. Its broader offerings include aviation security, special-event security, consulting, and emergency management. Through trained personnel and technology, Global Elite Group helps customers mitigate risk, maintain compliance, safeguard operations, and ensure continuity.
