[Hiring] Manager, Operations Security and Compliance @AIT Worldwide Logistics

Role Description

The Manager, Operations Security and Compliance oversees high value cargo protection and ensures full compliance with federal and industry security programs, including CTPAT and TAPA FSR/TSR. The role conducts carrier security vetting, facility security assessments, and transport security oversight to prevent theft, tampering, and supply chain disruptions across domestic and international logistics operations. This position holds overall responsibility for ensuring that operational, transportation related security protocols are consistently followed in accordance with customer requirements and AIT standards.

Focused on forwarding and logistics operations, not infrastructure security or workplace safety. Serving as the primary security liaison for key customer security leaders, the Manager guides secure cargo handling procedures and leads customer driven security audits and corrective action programs. Embeds security requirements into daily workflows to ensure consistent, high quality service delivery. It supports customer facing audits, investigations, and corrective action development, translating regulatory and customer expectations into practical operational controls, training materials, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED (required)
• Bachelor's Degree in security management, Criminal Justice, Logistics, Risk Management, or Logistic Industry or equivalent degree (preferred)
• 5+ years experience in supply chain security, logistics security, or compliance which includes hands-on experience with CTPAT, TAPA FSR/TSR, or customer security programs and exposure to high-value freight, transportation security, or warehouse security operations (required)
• Strong working knowledge of CTPAT Minimum Security Criteria and TAPA standards
• Ability to conduct risk assessments, audits, and investigations
• Excellent cross-functional communication skills, with the ability to influence without authority
• Practical understanding of logistics operations, warehouse workflows, and transportation processes
• Strong documentation, reporting, and analytical skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and security tracking tools
• Operationally focused security professional, combining operational excellence with security acumen
• Comfortable working cross-functionally across Operations, Warehouse, Global Security Operations and Customer Service
• Demonstrated executive presence, calm, methodical, and decisive during incidents
• Balances risk mitigation with service delivery to internal stakeholders and customers

Requirements

• Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP)
• AOSH Certified Safety Officer (CSO)
• CTPAT certification experience
• TAPA FSR/TSR training or certification
• CPP, PSP, CSO, or similar security credentials

Benefits

• Medical, Prescription, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Accounts
• Dental, Vision, Life, AD&D, Disability, Supplemental Health, Employee Support
• Paid Parental Leave, Pet Insurance
• 401(k) and Tuition Reimbursement
• Up to 10 to 20 days of vacation (depending on tenure)
• 2 personal days, 1 floating holiday, 5 sick days, 5 volunteer hours, and 6 company holidays (plus Veterans Day for Veterans) annually