Security & Public Safety Analyst I

Welcome to San Diego International Airport, where our core purpose is to create an exceptional experience for both our community and visitors from around the world. It extends beyond just flights; we embody the vibrant spirit of San Diego itself—sunny, welcoming, and full of life. We are committed to attracting, fostering, and empowering a team of talented individuals who can deliver our strategic goals: 

• Advance Airport Development 

• Transform the Customer Experience 

• Optimize Ongoing Business 

• Cultivate Our Culture 

Here, culture starts with each of us. Our workplace is shaped by mindsets that guide how we show up for one another: believing the best in people, collaboration, empathy, listening, and thoughtful decision-making. If you are ready to contribute to a team that values meaningful impact and enjoys the journey along the way, we invite you to apply today and help us connect our community to the world. 

Location:  The new Airport Authority Administration building, located on the San Diego International Airport campus and near the waterfront, providing stunning views of our runway, San Diego Bay, the Pacific Ocean, and the city skyline. 

Salary: The hiring salary range for the Security & Public Safety Analyst I is $88,004 to $101,205 annually. The full pay range for Security & Public Safety Analyst I is $67,695 to $108,313. 

Benefits: You will enjoy 14 paid holidays, 18 – 33 days of vacation (PTO), parental and childcare benefits, salary continuance for family & parental leave, tuition reimbursement, ensure your future with our retirement plan options including our comprehensive pension plan and 457 defined contribution plan. Plus, take advantage of our annual employer-funded Lifestyle Spending Account, designed to support your personal development and growth activities—and much more! 

Wellness: Enjoy a workplace that makes well‑being part of the daily routine! Tap into multiple on‑site gyms, unwind or brainstorm in outdoor workspaces, connect with financial wellness advisors, and explore scenic walking trails just steps from campus, all wrapped in a supportive wellness package designed to help you feel your best inside and outside of work. 

Application Deadline: October 28, 2026. Applications will be reviewed after the closing date. 

About the Job: 

The Aviation & Public Safety Department is seeking an avid and skilled individual to fill the essential role of Security & Public Safety Analyst I. This dynamic role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of aviation security, public safety, and emergency preparedness.  

The ideal candidate will provide specialized and detailed support for aviation security programs, public safety initiatives, and emergency response activities. The selected candidate will be a proactive problem solver with strong situational awareness who supports the response to and coordination of security events, monitors operational compliance, and helps ensure practices align with applicable regulations, standards, mandates, and organizational requirements. 

About the Team:

The Aviation Security & Public Safety team plays a critical role in protecting the traveling public, airport employees, tenants, and critical infrastructure at San Diego International Airport. The team is responsible for aviation security, access control, regulatory compliance, emergency preparedness, incident response, public safety coordination, and operational readiness activities that support the Airport Authority’s mission and strategic goals. 

Working in a dynamic and fast-paced airport environment, team members collaborate with airlines, tenants, contractors, the Transportation Security Administration (TSA), law enforcement, public safety agencies, first responders, and internal Airport Authority departments to address security concerns, support regulatory compliance, coordinate emergency response activities, and maintain safe and secure airport operations. 

The team values professionalism, accountability, sound judgment, collaboration, and continuous improvement. Team members are empowered to solve complex problems, respond to operational, security, and public safety challenges, build meaningful stakeholder relationships, and contribute to meaningful work that directly impacts the safety, security, and resilience of one of the nation’s busiest single-runway airports.

What You’ll Do:

• Security & Operations: Coordinates daily aviation security, public safety, and landside operational activities to maintain compliance with applicable local, state, and federal requirements. Coordinates airport and employee security matters and applies applicable emergency plans, Airport Security Program requirements, certification manual provisions, and established operational procedures. Administers and enforces access requirements for security-controlled and other operational areas and applies relevant programs, directives, laws, mandates, and practices. Responds to, coordinates, and helps resolve security incidents, drills, emergency and disaster preparedness activities, crisis situations, security breaches, alarm activations, accidents, evacuations, power outages, crowd-control events, internal and external threats, medical emergencies, and irregular operations. Serves in an assigned Airport Commander or incident coordination role during security events in accordance with established plans, procedures, and delegated authority. 
• Regulation & Policy: Interprets and applies applicable regulations, mandates, programs, policies, procedures, and operational initiatives within assigned areas. Serves as a technical resource in areas of assignment. Conducts security and safety assessments, inspections, tests, compliance reviews, and outreach activities. Represents the Authority and delivers presentations on aviation security, public safety, emergency preparedness, and related programs to stakeholders, groups, committees, procurement selection panels, and other appropriate audiences. 
• Stakeholder Coordination: Develops and maintains productive working relationships with internal and external stakeholders. Coordinates with stakeholders to identify solutions, implement corrective actions, resolve operational issues, and facilitate projects and initiatives. Issues Notices of Violation, documents findings, and recommends remedial or corrective actions in accordance with established Authority programs and procedures. Communicates operational advisories, resolves issues within assigned authority, and facilitates decision-making. Supports the implementation and acceptance of programs and initiatives. Monitors and coordinates tenant, contractor, and service-provider activities for compliance with applicable requirements. 
• Program Development: Assists with the development, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of aviation security, public safety, emergency preparedness, and operational programs. Researches, analyzes, prepares, and recommends improvements to programs, procedures, practices, documents, reports, data, budgets, training materials, systems, and airport infrastructure. Maintains awareness of regulatory developments, industry practices, emerging threats, technologies, and operational trends. Performs other duties as assigned. 
• Operational Driving: Operates Authority vehicles throughout the SAN campus, including landside and airside environments, to conduct inspections, respond to security, safety, and operational calls, perform field assessments, support emergency operations, and carry out day-to-day aviation security and public safety responsibilities. 

The Skills You Need:

1. Change Management - Identifies and implements available tools, techniques, and behaviors necessary to support change efforts that require the adoption and realization of change the tools, techniques, and behaviors needed to support change efforts that require adoption and realization to achieve business outcomes and initiatives. Ability to deliver targeted results to specification and on schedule. 
2. Relationship & Interpersonal Skills – Cultivates interpersonal rapport and trust, both up and down, by exhibiting consistency and reliability; demonstrates awareness of others’ needs, listens for issues or conflicts, and creates meaningful solutions. Skilled in verbal and written abilities to construct and present compelling information to promote organizational objectives. 
3. Integrity - Exercises diplomacy and discretion in dealing with highly sensitive, complex, and confidential issues and situations. 
4. Leveraging Technology - Effectively uses and generates information electronically; integrates technology solutions and systems. Proficient use of MS Office Suite and knowledge of access control technology.  
5. Teamwork and Collaboration - Demonstrated collaborative interpersonal proficiency to engage and maintain relationships with stakeholders at all levels within and outside the organization.  
6. Problem Solving & Agility - Proven critical analysis, root cause identification, and problem-solving/conflict resolution abilities. Strong close attention to details and organizational abilities to complete assignments within expectations. Must be able to use effective judgment and self-motivation to complete work assignments and meet commitments. 

Requirements

The Experience You Need to Have**:  

• Graduation from a four-year college or university with a degree in aviation management, public administration, security or emergency management, or a closely related field;  

• One year of progressively responsible administrative and/or programmatic experience in aviation security and/or emergency preparedness;  

• Or an equivalent combination of training and experience. 

Licenses, Certificates, and Special Requirements: 

• Maintain a valid driver’s license and the ability to maintain insurability under the Authority’s vehicle insurance policy. 

• Successful completion of a fingerprint-based background investigation, training, and testing required for employment and operation of Authority and San Diego County physical security, surveillance, radio, and telecommunications equipment.  

Preferred Education, Certification, and Licenses: 

• AAAE CM or AAE, ACE Security, or U.S. Airport Professional USAP 

*Driving is an Essential Function

This role requires regular driving as a critical part of performing work-related duties, specifically involving the operation of Airport Authority vehicles. A valid California driver’s license is required, along with strict adherence to all traffic laws and safety regulations. Applicants must maintain an acceptable driving record to operate Authority vehicles. Compliance with Airport Authority vehicle use policies, including safety protocols and reporting requirements, is mandatory. Applicants must acknowledge that driving Airport Authority vehicles is an essential function of this role. 

**Don’t meet every requirement? That’s okay. At San Diego International Airport, we value your unique experience and your willingness to learn. Some roles require specific qualifications or degrees, but others don’t—and we're always open to individuals committed to growth and excellence. If this sounds like you, we encourage you to apply. And if it’s not the right fit, we’ll keep you in mind for future opportunities. We may have the perfect spot for you to land.

EEO Statement

It is the policy of the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, SDCRAA will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Physical & Mental Demands

Persons with disabilities may be able to perform the essential duties of this class with reasonable accommodation. Reasonable accommodation will be evaluated on an individual basis and depends, in part, on the specific requirements for the job, the limitations related to disability and the ability of the hiring department to accommodate the limitation. If you need any form of accommodation during the recruitment process, please inform the Talent Acquisition Partner (Recruiter).

Under California Government Code Sections 3100 - 3109, public employees are designated disaster service workers. The term "public employees" includes all persons employed by the state or any county, city, state agency, or public district. Disaster service workers are required to participate in such disaster service activities as they may be assigned to them by their employer or law.