Assistant Manager – Maritime Security

Position Summary

Flagship Management is recruiting an Assistant Manager – Maritime Security to support the administration of maritime security and anti-piracy programs for an international flag registry. The position focuses on vessel security compliance, maritime threat assessment, regulatory oversight, and coordination with shipowners, operators, and maritime authorities.

Key Responsibilities

Support maritime security and anti-piracy programs, ensuring compliance with the ISPS Code, SOLAS, and applicable international maritime regulations.
Monitor global maritime security threats, assess risks, and issue security advisories and recommendations.
Review and approve Ship Security Plans, armed security personnel documentation, and vessel security level changes.
Monitor Ship Security Alert System (SSAS) communications and coordinate responses to security incidents.
Provide technical guidance to shipowners, operators, and Company Security Officers on maritime security requirements.
Support regulatory updates, quality management initiatives, and continuous process improvement.
Assist with departmental budgeting, staff supervision, and coordination with maritime regulatory authorities.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree and a minimum of two years of maritime industry experience.
Working knowledge of the ISPS Code, ISM Code, SOLAS, and international maritime regulations.
Shipboard experience as a licensed deck or engineering officer, or experience as a Company or Ship Security Officer, preferred.
Formal maritime security training or certification preferred.
Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and leadership skills.
Ability to interpret maritime regulations, manage competing priorities, and respond to security-related matters.
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