Enstructure Southeast

Director of Security – Port Operations

Enstructure Southeast

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Wilmington • United States

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Job Level

Lead

Tech Stack

C++

About the role

  • Responsible for the strategic planning, implementation, and management of all security operations across port facilities
  • Ensure compliance with national and international maritime security regulations
  • Protect port assets and personnel, maintain the safe, secure, and uninterrupted flow of cargo and vessels
  • Lead risk management, emergency preparedness, and coordination with government agencies and private stakeholders
  • Develop, implement, and continuously improve the Port Security Program and Security Master Plans
  • Establish security policies, procedures, and standards aligned with port operations and business objectives
  • Advise executive leadership on security risks, trends, and mitigation strategies
  • Manage 24/7 security operations across terminals, gates, waterfronts, and restricted areas
  • Conduct security risk assessments, vulnerability analyses, and threat evaluations
  • Lead port security incident response, investigations, and after-action reviews
  • Act as a key member of the Port Emergency Management Team
  • Lead, train, and evaluate security management and contracted security personnel
  • Develop and manage the security department budget and capital investments

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Security Management, Criminal Justice, Maritime Studies, Public Administration, or related field
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in security management, maritime security, or critical infrastructure protection
  • Minimum 5 years in a senior leadership or director-level role
  • Experience in port, terminal, logistics, transportation, or large industrial environments
  • Certifications (Preferred): Certified Protection Professional (CPP), Physical Security Professional (PSP), Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO) certification, FEMA / emergency management training
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Hard Skills & Tools
security operations managementrisk managementemergency preparednesssecurity risk assessmentsvulnerability analysesthreat evaluationsincident responseinvestigationsbudget managementcapital investments
Soft Skills
strategic planningleadershipcommunicationtrainingevaluationadvisory skillscoordinationproblem-solvingstakeholder engagementpolicy development
Certifications
Certified Protection Professional (CPP)Physical Security Professional (PSP)Port Facility Security Officer (PFSO)FEMA training