Job Overview
Employment Type
Consulting
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Hourly
Rate:
Range $15.00 - $28.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Flexible Schedule
remote work options
Professional development opportunities
Travel reimbursement
Contractual work arrangement
Job Description
This job opportunity is offered as a 1099 consultant role focusing on maritime security compliance and training. The hiring organization specializes in delivering expert consultancy and training services tailored to support maritime facilities in adhering to the Maritime Transportation Security Act (MTSA) and related U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) regulations. The company is dedicated to enhancing security at maritime facilities through comprehensive education, auditing support, and program development, thereby ensuring client operations meet stringent federal requirements and best practices. By leveraging extensive operational experience and regulatory knowledge, the company plays a pivotal role in mitigating risks and reinforcing security postures in... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in maritime security, homeland security, emergency management, criminal justice, or related field or equivalent operational experience
- Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant maritime security experience
- At least 2 years serving as a facility security officer, assistant FSO, port facility security officer, or in a similar regulatory compliance role
- Demonstrated experience delivering MTSA or maritime security-related training to adult learners
- S. Coast Guard-approved MTSA FSO course completion and/or instructor qualification preferred
- Prior U. S. Coast Guard member with MTSA facility/shipboard enforcement experience preferred
- TWIC credential and knowledge of Coast Guard inspection and enforcement processes preferred
- Ability to interpret and apply security regulations to facility operations
- Skilled in risk assessment, security plan development, and emergency response coordination
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and training delivery platforms
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Maritime Security, Homeland Security, Emergency Management, Criminal Justice, or related field or equivalent operational experience
- Minimum of 5-7 years of relevant maritime security experience
- At least 2 years serving as a Facility Security Officer, Assistant FSO, Port Facility Security Officer, or in a similar regulatory compliance role
- Demonstrated experience delivering MTSA or maritime security-related training to adult learners
- S. Coast Guard-approved MTSA FSO course completion and/or instructor qualification preferred
- Prior U. S. Coast Guard member with MTSA facility/shipboard enforcement experience preferred
- TWIC credential and knowledge of Coast Guard inspection and enforcement processes preferred
- Deep understanding of MTSA, 33 CFR Parts 101-105, and related USCG directives
- Strong presentation, facilitation, and communication skills with diverse audiences
- Ability to interpret and apply security regulations to facility operations
- Skilled in risk assessment, security plan development, and emergency response coordination
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and training delivery platforms
Job Duties
- Deliver the TSS, U.S. Coast Guard accredited Facility Security Officer course in accordance with course curriculum to attending students
- Conduct classroom, virtual, and on-site training sessions focused on facility security assessments, plan development, drills and exercises, and incident response procedures
- Develop, update, and maintain instructional materials, course outlines, and assessments that reflect current regulations and industry best practices
- Evaluate participant performance through exercises, written tests, and practical demonstrations
- provide feedback to ensure operational understanding and compliance readiness
- Advise maritime facilities on compliance with MTSA and 33 CFR Subchapter H requirements, including Facility Security Plans, vulnerability assessments, and annual audit processes
- Assist clients with developing, reviewing, and updating Facility Security Plans to ensure alignment with Coast Guard expectations and local Area Maritime Security Committee guidance
- Conduct mock inspections, compliance audits, and tabletop exercises to prepare facilities for Coast Guard inspections and annual reviews
- Support facilities in strengthening physical, personnel, and procedural security measures to reduce vulnerabilities and mitigate risk
- Provide expert guidance during incident response planning, drills, and after-action reviews
- Stay current with changes in maritime security regulations, threat trends, and Coast Guard policy letters to ensure instructional and consulting services reflect the latest requirements
- Recommend best practices for integrating MTSA compliance with broader safety and crisis management programs
- Support the development of organizational security culture through education, communication, and leadership engagement
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
Job Location
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