Experienced Program Manager, Intelligence and Risk Mitigation – Global Security Expertise and Strategic Leadership

Introduction to Delta Air Lines and Our Mission

At Delta Air Lines, we are committed to being a leader in the aviation industry, not just in terms of our operations, but also in how we approach safety, security, and compliance. Our company culture is rooted in a shared dedication to living our values – Care, Integrity, Resilience, and Servant Leadership – every day, in everything we do. As part of our Corp. Safety, Security & Compliance team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security and risk mitigation of our global operations.

Job Overview: Program Manager, Intelligence and Risk Mitigation

We are seeking an experienced Program Manager, Intelligence and Risk Mitigation, to join our team. As an intelligence and risk mitigation subject-matter expert (SME), you will provide critical support to our intelligence-led, security risk mitigation methodology, driving the development and execution of intelligence and risk mitigation strategies. This role requires a deep understanding of worldwide threat dynamics and trends, including those related to terrorism, violent crime, narcotics smuggling, and civil unrest.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage key initiatives to proactively identify and mitigate security risk across the enterprise.
• Support the development and execution of intelligence and risk mitigation strategies.
• Maintain a current and deep understanding of worldwide threat dynamics and trends.
• Collect and analyze large quantities of information with precision and efficiency.
• Write, edit, and disseminate intelligence products to Delta stakeholders, including daily threat briefings, crew communications, new station security assessments, security advisories, and special event intelligence support.
• Develop, maintain, and drive liaison and engagement efforts with government partners and industry counterparts.
• Coordinate with multiple business units on new and existing programs and projects to ensure security risks and mitigation strategies are incorporated into business decisions.
• Manage multiple third-party intelligence vendors and information platforms.
• Use understanding of worldwide security environment to prioritize, filter, and assess credibility of information and sources.
• Develop reports, metrics, and other products to assess, manage, and improve performance of security programs.
• Serve as a subject-matter expert (SME) and present analysis and other intelligence products to leadership through written reports, oral briefings, and visual presentations.
• Support regulatory requirements associated with military charters.
• Collaborate with team members on special reports and ad-hoc intelligence projects.
• Coordinate security risk decision making in time-sensitive situations, including those with minimal direction/oversight from leadership.
• Immediately respond to high threats, even when outside of normal business hours, and serve as primary responder during rotational on-call duties.
• Practice safety- and security-conscious behaviors in all operational processes and procedures.
• Embrace diverse people, thinking, and styles.

Essential Qualifications:

To be successful in this role, you will need:

• Ability to obtain US government security clearance.
• Bachelor’s degree required with relevant professional experience; or in the absence of a college degree, must have at least 3 years’ of directly relevant professional experience.
• Strong intelligence analysis and risk assessment/mitigation experience with a natural curiosity and attention to detail.
• Exceptional writing skills.
• Ability to communicate and present detailed intelligence data through oral and written means to stakeholders, senior leaders, and governmental/law enforcement agencies.
• Demonstrated ability to multitask and manage competing priorities with minimal supervision, including making challenging judgment calls in the absence of senior leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to thrive through challenging analytical work in a fast-paced environment while meeting strict deadlines.
• Ability to independently develop both internal and external information and peer networks and leverage existing networks.
• Familiarity with US government security policy and organizational structure/relationship among federal agencies and relevant state/local law enforcement organizations.
• Consistently prioritizes safety and security of self, others, and personal data.
• Embraces diverse people, thinking, and styles.
• Flexible and adaptable to a fluid and challenging environment.
• Ability to follow established procedures and excel under pressure in critical situations.
• Work well alone and in a team environment and possess a high degree of self-discipline, initiative, and drive.
• Exceptional understanding of and experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook) and data analysis tools.
• US citizenship required.
• Limited domestic and international travel required.
• Is at least 18 years of age and has authorization to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications:

While not required, the following qualifications will give you a competitive edge:

• MA/MS in History, Economics, International Relations, Government, Political Science, Security Studies, or related field, or relevant experience.
• Thorough understanding of trends in worldwide security environment, particularly regarding terrorism/counterterrorism and the aviation industry.
• Current US government secret level security clearance.
• Familiarity with data collection tools.

Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits

At Delta, we are committed to helping our employees grow and develop in their careers. As a Program Manager, Intelligence and Risk Mitigation, you will have access to:

• Career development programs to achieve your long-term career goals.
• World-wide partnerships to engage in community service and innovative goals created to focus on sustainability and reducing our carbon footprint.
• Business Resource Groups created to connect employees with common interests to promote inclusion, provide perspective, and help implement strategies.
• Recognition rewards and awards through the platform Unstoppable Together.
• Access to over 500 discounts, specialty savings, and voluntary benefits through Deltaperks.

Work Environment and Company Culture

Our company culture is built on a foundation of Care, Integrity, Resilience, and Servant Leadership. We believe in creating a work environment that is inclusive, supportive, and empowering. As a Program Manager, Intelligence and Risk Mitigation, you will be part of a dynamic team that values diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Compensation, Perks, and Benefits

We offer a competitive salary, industry-leading profit-sharing program, and performance incentives. Our benefits package includes:

• 401(k) with generous company contributions up to 9%.
• New hires are eligible for up to 2-weeks of vacation.
• In addition to vacation, new hires are eligible for up to 56 hours of paid personal time within a 12-month period.
• 10 paid holidays per calendar year.
• Birthing parents are eligible for 12-weeks of paid maternity/parental leave.
• Non-birthing parents are eligible for 2-weeks of paid parental leave.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, short/long term disability, and life insurance benefits.
• Family care assistance through fertility support, surrogacy and adoption assistance, lactation support, subsidized back-up care, and programs that help with loved ones in all stages.
• Holistic Wellbeing programs to support physical, emotional, social, and financial health.
• Domestic and International space-available flight privileges for employees and eligible family members.

Conclusion

If you are a motivated and experienced professional looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply for the Program Manager, Intelligence and Risk Mitigation position. As a key member of our Corp. Safety, Security & Compliance team, you will play a critical role in ensuring the security and risk mitigation of our global operations. Don’t miss this opportunity to join our dynamic team and contribute to the success of Delta Air Lines.

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