Covenant Aviation Security (CAS) is seeking an experienced Security Regulatory Compliance Lead to oversee regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and security performance initiatives at Denver International Airport (DEN).
Reporting to the Assistant Director, this position is responsible for monitoring and evaluating aviation security operations to ensure compliance with applicable TSA regulations, 49 CFR Part 1542 requirements, airport security procedures, contractual obligations, and company policies.
This role leads the site's quality assurance team in conducting overt and covert inspections, operational assessments, and compliance evaluations. This position analyzes performance trends, identifies regulatory and procedural deficiencies, conducts root-cause analyses, and recommends corrective actions to strengthen operational compliance and security effectiveness.
The ideal candidate brings hands-on experience in a Part 1542-regulated airport environment, a strong understanding of aviation security regulations and operational procedures, and the ability to interpret regulatory requirements, assess compliance, and provide effective coaching and guidance to security personnel and site leadership.
Company History
Founded in 2002, Covenant Aviation Security (CAS) was established to provide a higher standard of transportation security following the events of September 11, 2001. CAS pioneered a customer-focused security model built on a highly trained, professional workforce supported by competitive wages, benefits, and ongoing development.
Today, CAS is the largest private contractor providing Screening Partnership Program (SPP) services to the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and an industry leader in aviation security solutions. Through its commitment to safety, compliance, operational excellence, and customer service, CAS provides comprehensive security and screening services for airports, airlines, and government agencies across the United States.
Employment Compensation & Benefits
Covenant Aviation Security offers a competitive compensation package, with a targeted hourly rate of $26-$31 per hour, depending on qualifications, experience, and contract requirements. In addition, employees are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their health, well-being, and financial security, including:
Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (effective the first day of the month following sixty (60) days of continuous employment)
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Matching Contributions
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Company-Paid Life Insurance
Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance
Company-Paid Transportation Benefit (choice of RTD EcoPass or Airport Parking Permit)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
Company-Furnished Uniforms (where applicable)
Paid Training and Professional Development Opportunities
Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and plan provisions and may be modified at the Company's discretion.
Essential Functions
Supervisor the site quality assurance team responsible for monitoring and improving contract performance.
Implement and monitor site compliance to company quality assurance processes, procedures, and documentation standards.
Determine quality assurance activity schedules and implement them through quality assurance team members. Monitor to completion, ensuring accurate and timely recordkeeping of activities.
Monitor data collection and identify performance trends.
Conduct root-cause analysis on performance trends and recommend corrective action and improvement opportunities to site leadership.
Prepare recurring quality assurance reports and provide management with trends, findings, and recommendations.
Conduct quality assurance inspections, observations, and performance assessments of Security Officers assigned throughout DEN (overt and covert).
Evaluate employee compliance with TSA regulations, post orders, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs),…