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Job Details
FAA/TSA Compliance Specialist – Aviation IT Programs
Location: Queens NY
Duration 18 months
Exp12 plus years
Position Overview
iseeking a skilled FAA/TSA Compliance Specialist to support large-scale aviation technology programs delivered within a major U.S. international airport.
The specialist will ensure that all technology solutions, IT systems, and operational processes meet the regulatory requirements of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the Transportation Security Administration (TSA).
This role requires deep expertise in federal aviation and security regulations and the ability to guide IT project teams, airport stakeholders, and partner organizations to ensure regulatory compliance throughout the system lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary regulatory compliance advisor for all delivered airport IT systems and solutions.
- Ensure IT applications, integrations, networks, and security systems comply with FAA and TSA standards and directives.
- Interpret, track, and communicate regulatory updates that may affect airport operations or technology implementations.
- Support compliance requirements related to FAA and TSA frameworks, including:
- FAA Parts 107, 121, 135, 139, Advisory Circulars
- TSA 49 CFR Parts 1500–1550 and airport security program requirements
- Conduct compliance assessments across technology domains such as access control, identity management, network architecture, communications, operational technology, and surveillance systems.
- Maintain audit-ready regulatory documentation and evidence repositories.
- Coordinate closely with airport authorities, airlines, security partners, and external contractors to ensure alignment with federal compliance expectations.
- Provide training and guidance to delivery teams regarding aviation compliance obligations and processes.
- Identify compliance gaps, develop remediation plans, and track corrective actions to closure.
- Prepare compliance reports, dashboards, and risk assessments for internal and external governance bodies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in aviation, Security Management, Information Technology, Regulatory Compliance, or related discipline.
- 10 years of relevant experience working with FAA/TSA regulations in aviation, airport IT, or transportation security environment.
- Strong command of FAA and TSA security programs, airport operational standards, and federal regulatory frameworks.
- Experience working with airport technology systems or IT transformation programs.
- Excellent communication, documentation, and stakeholder coordination skills.
- Experience performing audits, regulatory reviews, and compliance risk assessments.
Preferred Skills
- Prior experience supporting aviation programs within large U.S. airports.
- Knowledge of airport IT ecosystems, including systems such as IAM, CCTV, AODB, BHS, CUPPS/CUSS, access control, and operational technology platforms.
- Familiarity with large-scale terminal development or modernization programs.
- Relevant industry certifications such as ACE-Security, ASC, or FAA-focused credentials.
- Understanding of ITIL or other IT governance frameworks.