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Manager Aviation Security – Systems Jobs in Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates at Etihad
Title: Manager Aviation Security – Systems
Company: Etihad
Location: Abu Dhabi, Abu Dhabi Emirate, United Arab Emirates
Job Description
To develop, implement, operate, maintain, and continuously evaluate aviation security systems and technologies, ensuring the effective protection of EY operations, aircraft, passengers, personnel, assets, and facilities, while maintaining full compliance with EY AVSEC security standards, national civil aviation security regulations, and applicable international requirements. This includes analyzing security system data, monitoring performance trends, and developing accurate operational and regulatory reports to support decision‑making, risk management, and continuous security enhancement.
Accountabilities
- Develop, implement, and manage aviation security systems and technologies in support of EY operations, ensuring effective protection of aircraft, passengers, crew, ground operations, assets, and facilities.
- Manage the operation, availability, integration, and full lifecycle management of Aviation Security Management Systems (SeMS) to ensure reliability, resilience, and operational effectiveness.
- Plan, manage, and govern system enhancements, upgrades, and technical changes in alignment with operational requirements, security risk assessments, and approved change management and governance processes.
- Monitor security system performance and operational security events, and coordinate timely responses to system alerts, failures, or vulnerabilities in collaboration with the Safety Systems team, Digital Technology & Innovation (DTI), and relevant internal stakeholders.
- Ensure the maintenance of accurate, current, and compliant system documentation, procedures, records, and evidentiary material to support internal governance, audits, inspections, and regulatory assessments.
- Collect, analyze, and interpret aviation security system data to assess system effectiveness, reliability, compliance, and overall operational performance. Identify trends, anomalies, and emerging risks related to access control activities, alarms, incidents, and system usage, and proactively address potential security gaps.
- Provide data driven insights, risk assessments, and strategic recommendations to support informed decision making, aviation security planning, and enterprise risk management.
- Identify and drive opportunities to enhance aviation security systems, analytics, and reporting capabilities through technology improvements, automation, and the adoption of industry best practices.
- Manage the evaluation, trial, and adoption of new aviation security technologies aligned with EY operational requirements, digital strategy, and evolving threat environments.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of training, knowledge sharing initiatives, and awareness programs related to aviation security systems and data driven security management.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Information Technology, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, or a related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in aviation security, corporate security, security systems management, or a related technical security role within an airline or regulated aviation environment.
- Demonstrated experience in security system architecture and integration, including data flows between operational systems, security platforms, and enterprise or airline databases.
- Strong experience in database management and data governance related to security systems.
- Proven experience in data analysis, performance monitoring, and reporting, including the use of system data to identify trends, assess risks, and support operational and regulatory decision making.
- Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret system data and produce accurate, professional operational and compliance reports.
- Effective communication and stakeholder management skills, including the ability to present technical security information to non technical audiences.
- Proactive approach to continuous improvement, technology enhancement, and security performance optimization.
Additional Information
Etihad Airways is more than the UAE’s national airline – we’re shaping the future of global aviation. From our hub in Abu Dhabi, we connect people across continents and cultures, while driving our “Journey 2030” ambition to double our fleet, expand our network and grow our people for a new era of excellence. Join us and become part of a vision where the world is your workplace and extraordinary experiences take flight.
To learn more visit www.etihad.com
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