Manager, Airport Security

About Us

Southwest Florida International Airport (RSW) is an award-winning, medium-hub commercial service airport that served more than a record-breaking 11.1 million passengers in 2025 and is one of the top 50 airports in the United States for passenger traffic. Fifteen airlines serve RSW with nonstop service to more than 70 markets, including Canada and Germany. The economic impact of the airport is $8.3 billion annually to the Southwest Florida region and more than 60,000 jobs. Page Field (FMY), an FAA-designated reliever airport, provides services to general and business aviation and accommodated more than 160,000 aircraft operations in 2025. Base Operations at Page Field is an award-winning, fixed-based operator and has been recognized for its customer service and facilities. Terminal Expansion projects are currently underway at RSW to improve the airport travel experience by consolidating the security checkpoints, adding concession space and providing passengers more amenities and options. In addition, a new Concourse E is being constructed with 14 gates, as well as other terminal, landside and airside improvements.

The Position The anticipated annual starting salary for the ideal candidate is between $85,689 and $102,398

The Lee County Port Authority is seeking a highly professional and experienced leader to serve as our next Airport Security Manager. In this high-impact role, you will serve as the Airport Security Coordinator (ASC), overseeing daily security operations at RSW and leading the processes, programs, and team within our Access Control Office Examples of Duties / Knowledge & Skills Minimum Qualifications

• A valid Florida driver’s license within 30 days of hire
• A Bachelor’s degree in Homeland Security, Aviation Management, Public Administration, or Criminal Justice; or an equivalent combination of training and experience may be substituted
• A minimum of five years of supervisory or team management experience
• Airport Security Coordinator (ASC) training or ability to complete training required within three months of appointment
• Must successfully pass a criminal background screening, drug test, and meet the requirements to obtain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) badge through the SIDA training process and TSA Security Threat Assessment prior to employment
• Must be able to fulfill all requirements to acquire and maintain unescorted access into all regulated areas of the airport
• Must have Criminal Justice Information Services (CJIS) certification, or the ability to obtain CJIS certification within six months of hire

Minimum Qualifications & Requirements

Key Responsibilities

• Maintain the security integrity of the airport and ensure compliance with the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) directives, Emergency Amendments, and Airport Security Program requirements
• Review and recommend updates and revisions to the Airport Security Program (ASP)
• Review and control the results of employment history, verification, and Criminal History Record Checks (CHRC) required by 49 CFR 1542.209
• Direct airport personnel on security compliance, standard operating procedures, and comprehensive security planning
• Identify potential security concerns by collecting and analyzing data, reviewing security and inspection reports, and formulating solutions
• Collaborate closely with LCPA teams, airlines, and airport tenants to enforce ASP compliance and actively promote a security awareness culture
• Keep abreast of existing and emerging legislation to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local requirements, anticipating future regulatory changes and advising airport management on necessary actions
• Supervise, mentor, and evaluate assigned staff to obtain optimum departmental performance
• Oversee all administrative functions within the Access Control Office to ensure adherence to operational standards

Please review full job description hereBenefits Overview of Benefits Florida Retirement System (FRS) The Port Authority participates in the Florida Retirement System (FRS). Employees have the option of choosing between two retirement plans:

1. FRS Pension Plan – traditional retirement plan that offers a guaranteed monthly benefit upon vesting requirements
2. FRS Investment Plan – benefit is based on contributions made to the account and on investment performance. Both plans require eligible employees to contribute 3% per paycheck, while the employer contributes 13.59% for regular class or 37.74% for Special Risk, and 32.60% for Senior Management Service Class (SMSC).

Medical Insurance The Port Authority offers two plan choices for all full-time employees, their legally married spouse and their dependents. Coverage begins the first of the month following their date of hire. Dental Insurance The Port Authority offers a dental plan for full time employees, their legally married spouse and children. Vision Insurance The Port Authority offers two (2) affordable plans options to select: Low and High Plan for full time employees, their legally married spouse and children. Employee Assistance Program The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. This is the availability of licensed professional counselors for personal issues with 100% confidentiality. Flexible Spending Account(s) There are two (2) types of FSA reimbursement accounts that allows contributions to be deducted from each paycheck before taxes to cover expense with pre-tax dollars. This lowers your taxable income. 1) Medical Expense Reimbursement – covers out-of-pocket expenses for medical, dental and/or vision expenses; 2) Dependent Care Reimbursement - covers daycare costs for dependent children under the age of 13 or elderly adult daycare. Life /AD & D Insurance The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Employees are insured at an amount equal to the annual salary rounded to the next higher thousand dollars. The AD&D insurance provides additional coverage in the event the employee should lose their limb(s), eyesight or die. Additional Life Insurance The Port Authority provides the employee with an option to purchase additional life insurance coverage for him/herself, their spouse and their child(ren). Short Term Disability The Port Authority provides the employee with short term disability coverage for him/herself at no cost to the employee. Benefits are paid to 60% of salary up to nine (9) weeks. Long Term Disability The Port Authority provides this benefit at no cost to the employee. Benefits are paid up to 60% of the employee's salary after being disabled for 60 consecutive days. Direct Deposit The employee's payroll check is directly deposited into the bank of their choice. Other Programs 457 Deferred compensation programs Education reimbursement On-site gym - RSW Paid Time Off & Holidays The Port Authority offers a generous amount of paid time off in addition to 11 paid holidays, and 1 personal day