Manager, Cargo Security at Allegiant

Department: Safety & Security

Compensation

$90,000 – $120,000/yr

Setup: On-site
Location: Las Vegas, Nevada
Type: Full-time
Level: lead/mgmt
Posted: Sep 18, 2026

Description

The Manager of Cargo Security serves as Allegiant Air’s primary subject matter expert for TSA-regulated cargo security programs, overseeing compliance, regulatory changes, audits, investigations, corrective actions, training, vendor oversight, and performance metrics. The role coordinates with federal agencies, internal stakeholders, and industry partners to translate security requirements into operational controls and supports TSA inspections and regulatory submissions. It requires a bachelor’s degree, at least five years of aviation experience including two years supporting 14 CFR Part 121 air carrier security or cargo security programs, and the ability to work in the United States.

Required Skills

Cargo security
Regulatory compliance
Security audits
Risk analysis
Stakeholder management
Microsoft Office

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree in Aviation, Business Management, Criminal Justice, Homeland Security, Security Management, Public Administration, or a related field
Required Previous Experiences: At least five years of aviation experience, including two years supporting 14 CFR Part 121 air carrier security, cargo security, or TSA-regulated security programs
Air carrier cargo security program administration experience
Experience managing TSA inspections, Letters of Investigation, Civil Penalty actions, or corrective action programs
Experience planning, conducting, documenting, and following up on compliance or quality assurance audits
Experience serving as a professional liaison with TSA and CBP and supporting inspections, inquiries, corrective actions, and regulatory submissions
Experience developing and delivering role-based training and evaluating training effectiveness
Preferred Qualifications: Experience managing cargo security requirements for a TSA-regulated 14 CFR Part 121 passenger air carrier
Experience interacting directly with TSA Principal Security Inspectors or other federal aviation security officials
Experience developing or revising cargo security training, job aids, manuals, or controlled procedures
Experience leading cargo security audits, station reviews, vendor assessments, corrective action plans, or compliance validation activities
Knowledge of indirect air carrier, certified cargo screening, international cargo, mail, dangerous goods, or supply-chain security interfaces
Relevant aviation security, audit, training, or project management certification
Translation Company Name: Allegiant