Job Description

About Business:

Adani Group Adani Group is a diversified organisation in India comprising 10 publicly traded companies. It has created a world class logistics and utility infrastructure portfolio that has a pan-India presence. Adani Group is headquartered in Ahmedabad, in the state of Gujarat, India. Over the years, Adani Group has positioned itself to be the market leader in its logistics and energy businesses focusing on large scale infrastructure development in India with O & M practices benchmarked to global standards. With four IG rated businesses, it is the only Infrastructure Investment Grade issuer in India.

Adani Airports Holding Limited Adani Airports Holding Limited is reshaping the aviation landscape, transforming airports into dynamic hubs of connectivity, innovation, and service excellence. By prioritizing passenger experience, leveraging state-of-the-art technology, and enhancing operational efficiency, we are redefining airport infrastructure across India. Our vision is to create world-class airports that serve as gateways to regional development and global connectivity, positioning Adani Airports as a leader in the aviation sector with a focus on sustainable growth and community impact.

Job Purpose: Team Member - AOCC/JCC plays a key role in ensuring smooth airport operations through real-time monitoring and coordination with internal and external stakeholders. This role ensures timely resource allocation, congestion management, and operational efficiency.

Oversee AVSEC Strategy Implementation:
Implement and maintain Aviation Security policies to ensure the protection of Adani Airport’s interests, and the compliance with the accepted Aviation standards and BCAS security Regulations align aviation security processes with industry best practices and continuously monitor and improve security protocols.
Prepare, approval, implementation & maintenance of the ASP and contingency plans in coordination with CSO and Security teams. Review and update the ASP & Aviation Security procedures and control processes, to align with legislation and industry best practices. Oversee Pass Section and ILHBS operations, as the case may be. Contribute to Security strategy objectives of assets with site specific inputs being transformed into a process at asset.

Security Operation
Lead the Aviation Security oversight and related functions within the airport to ensure the highest level of compliance to the regulation, security standards, policies, and conformance to the best industry practices.
Lead the planning, developing and implementing of AVSEC security procedures, monitoring compliance of stakeholders, resolving security related problems and recommending corrective measures.
Ensure all asset security operations are being carried out as per the established AVSEC mandates and guidelines of the regulatory authorities and are aligned with business objectives, Security Strategy Roadmap and in compliance with the established ASP of the airport.
Guide the security team to establish the Security Management Systems and provide support to maintain and implement the standards of NCASP & NCASQCP at Airport.
Participate in the Advanced liaison meeting during the VIP movement. Plan and participate in the mock exercise as per the contingency plans and national documents

Implement and maintain:
Implement and maintain Aviation Security policies to ensure the protection of Adani Airport’s interests, and the compliance with the accepted Aviation standards and BCAS security Regulations.
Implement and maintain the overall Aviation security processes, standards, guidelines and procedures which extend to all service providers and/or users of the Airport.
Review and update the Aviation Security procedures and control processes, to align with legislation and industry best practice, and to ensure they are proportionate and effective.
Manage the activities of the Aviation Security Section by providing direction, monitoring performance, motivating staff, ensuring the development of all employees and creating a culture and climate conducive to achievement of the Department's mission and overall organizational goals
Comply with the requirements of the NCASP, NCASTP & NCASQCP detailing, inter-alia the individual security measures are in place at the airport.
Assist CSO in organizing various regulatory meetings, mock drill, preparation of contingency plans in consonance with regulatory stipulation.

Stakeholder Management:
Maintain a robust professional relationship with Government regulatory bodies, especially in matters related to Aviation Security.
Ensure that the compliance related reports are delivered and submitted within the stipulated timelines.
Assist and seek advice from supporting governmental agencies to ensure the clearance and approval related activities of Security function.
Consult and instruct all internal/ external departments, in respect to aviation security requirements.
Negotiate for the adequate provisions of resources, services and equipment to enhance the establishment of an effective security system for Adani Airport.
Influence for the establishment of a security behavior and culture at Airport.
Provide and elicit information and give directions and recommendations on matters pertains to AVSEC Orders/ Circulars.
Regular consultation with the BCAS and coordination with Stakeholders.
Influence security behavior and performance of third parties operating at the airport;
Regular consultation and coordination with ASG staff for smooth functioning of the airports.
Maintain strong relationships with regulatory bodies and ensure timely compliance with Aviation Security requirements, including reports and clearances.
Collaborate with governmental agencies, stakeholders, and ASG staff to promote a robust security culture and enhance operational efficiency.
Provide guidance on AVSEC Orders/Circulars, negotiate for resources, and enhance third-party security performance at the airport.

Audit and Risk Assessment Oversight::
Participate in conduct of security risk assessment and implement mitigation measures in consultation with CSO.
Ensure mitigation measures are put in place as per the findings of the Security Risk Assessment
Assist in conducting security audits and risk assessments, identifying potential risks, and ensuring mitigation strategies are in place for all AVSEC Quality Control activities at the Airport.
Facilitate regulatory/internal and or third-party security audits and conduct timely checks to ensure reliability of Security management system and submit report of audit findings to CSO.
Review the Security audit report, analyze findings and conduct dialogue with CSO and all concerned stakeholders for action planning and resolution; Ensure prompt closure of open audit findings.
Be the Security POC for the various Projects for the establishment and ensure security measures are incorporated in the project design.
Ensure and coordinate Security vetting of various projects, alterations and changes, commercial establishment, floor plan etc at the airport.
Provide direction to all stakeholders on security clearances, security program approvals along with overseeing the compliance by the stakeholders at the airport.
Ensure appropriate documentation of records as per regulatory / organizational requirements.
Assist CSO in the continuous improvement of the vulnerability identification, security risk assessment schemes and Adani AVSEC, through the analyses of technical data of trends related to incidents, events and occurrences.
Work cross functionally to establish and maintain a non-punitive, reporting and control system to monitor the security performance at Airports, to ensure that the highest standard of security are consistently achieved.
In co-ordination with other entities and CSOs, ensure that the security at Adani Airports is actively monitored and continuously improved, and ensure that a comprehensive capability exists for detecting and investigating actual and potential unsafe events at Adani Airport.
Oversee the level of implementation of all the activities, processes and provisions defined in all the Airport Security Programs, to ensure that all are effective and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Participate in the investigation of airport security non-conformances, and incidents to establish root cause and lessons learned.
Ensure that all incidents and selected serious events are thoroughly investigated and followed up. Also, that the findings and appropriate recommendations are formally submitted to the relevant Departments or Entities.
Analyze security investigation reports and evaluate the results of corrective actions and ensure that risk assessments are conducted when applicable.

Regulatory Compliance and Vetting Approvals:
Ensure that all airport security measures are vetted and approved in accordance with regulatory standards. Ensure and coordinate Security vetting of various projects, alterations changes, commercial establishment, floor plan etc. at the airport.
Comply with the requirements of the NCASP, NCASTP & NCASQCP detailing, inter-alia the individual security measures are in place at the airport.
Assist in the effective establishment of the Adani Security Management System, in accordance with ICAO and BCAS requirements;
Prepare, execute & Coordinate compliance & audit requirements of regulatory bodies.
Report security audit findings and provide recommendations for improvement to the AVSEC leadership team.
Support the identification and resolution of security risks by providing data and analysis to senior AVSEC personnel.

ASP Implementation
Provide advice related to airport security, in order to support strategic planning, development, procurement, operations and by reviewing and approving the project provisions of security technology and equipment with regulatory compliance.
Provide specialist advice on the potential impact of any new legislation or regulations relating to Aviation Security.
Oversee the development and maintenance of airport infrastructures and ensure that they are able to meet all current and
Oversee other Avsec Function
Oversee AEP section of the Airport to ensure compliance to BCAS regulation.
Oversee ILHBS security function and ensure all regulatory compliance pertain to ILHBS function.
Act as an information conduit to bring security issues to the attention of management and to deliver security information to the organization's staff, contractors and stakeholders
Establish and maintain effective liaison with other airport departments and relevant local security representatives
Advise on security-related aspects of strategic planning, operations, and infrastructure development, ensuring compliance with regulations and effective security technology provisions.
Provide guidance on new aviation security legislation, oversee infrastructure alignment with security standards, and maintain liaison with airport departments and local security representatives

CISF Administration
Day to day coordination with CISF for operations, compliance, training and administration.
Ensure all the administrative requirements of CISF are provided as per the guidelines. Timely correspondence to all the communication with CISF

Documentation and Reporting:
Assist and seek advice from supporting governmental agencies to ensure the clearance and approval related activities of Security function.
Regular consultation and coordination with ASG staff for the adequate provisions of resources, services and equipment to enhance the establishment of an effective security system for the airport.

Incident Investigation and Continuous Improvement:
Oversee the investigation of security incidents, ensuring root causes are identified and lessons learned are applied.
Lead efforts to continuously improve security measures and maintain a robust security management system in line with ICAO and BCAS requirements.

Team Leadership and Development:
Provide guidance, mentoring, and training to the security team, fostering a culture of excellence, continuous improvement, and compliance with AVSEC standards, while ensuring the team is equipped to meet current and future security challenges.

Internal Stakeholders:
CSO
AVSEC Team
ILHBS Team
Pass section Team
Airport Management
Security Operations Team
Regulatory Compliance Department
IT Department
Human Resources

External Stakeholders:
BCAS (Bureau of Civil Aviation Security)
Government Regulatory Bodies
Third-Party Security Providers
Local Law Enforcement
External Audit Agencies
Contractors/Consultants

Work Experience:
10-15 years in aviation security , with the experince of aviation security compliance management, risk assessment, and security operations.
Strong technical knowledge of Aviation Security Regulation
including ICAO Annex -17, NCASP, NCASQP, NCASTP and AVSEC order and circulars:

Certifications:
Preferably to have BCAS certified AVSEC Auditor and/ or Instructor Certificate.
Preferably to have ICAO AVSEC Management courses