CTPAT Program Specialist

Manage and maintain the organization's CTPAT certification and compliance with all CBP minimum security criteria.

Serve as the primary point of contact for CBP Supply Chain Security Specialists (SCSS) and other government stakeholders.

Ensure all CTPAT program documentation, procedures, and policies remain current and aligned with evolving CBP requirements.

Lead CTPAT validations, revalidations, assessments, and corrective action plans.

Conduct comprehensive risk assessments of supply chain partners, including importers, exporters, manufacturers, suppliers, transportation providers, warehouses, and logistics service providers.

Evaluate business partners against CTPAT security requirements and established company standards.

Develop and maintain risk-based methodologies for assessing and monitoring partner compliance.

Identify vulnerabilities within the international supply chain and recommend risk mitigation strategies.

Lead importer onboarding reviews and ongoing due diligence activities.

Conduct enhanced vetting of prospective customers and business partners to assess operational, regulatory, reputational, and security risks.

Establish and maintain procedures for customer acceptance, escalation, and ongoing monitoring.

Collaborate with compliance, legal, operations, and commercial teams to address identified risks.

Manage the annual CTPAT security profile review and risk assessment process.

Coordinate and document annual security assessments across all applicable business units and facilities.

Monitor implementation of corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.

Maintain records and supporting documentation required for audits, validations, and regulatory reviews.

Develop, maintain, and enhance supply chain risk scoring methodologies.

Analyze security, compliance, operational, and trade data to determine risk levels and trends.

Provide recommendations for enhanced oversight, monitoring, and controls based on risk assessment results.

Prepare executive-level reporting and program performance metrics.

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Develop and deliver CTPAT and security awareness training programs for employees across all business functions.

Ensure training materials remain current with CBP requirements and industry best practices.

Promote a culture of security awareness throughout the organization.

Measure training effectiveness and identify opportunities for improvement.

Develop and facilitate training programs for customers, carriers, suppliers, brokers, transportation providers, and other business partners.

Provide guidance on CTPAT security requirements and best practices for maintaining compliant supply chains.

Support partners in strengthening their own security programs and compliance initiatives.

Maintain productive relationships with CBP, industry associations, and other regulatory stakeholders.

Monitor emerging supply chain security threats, regulatory developments, and industry trends.

Represent the organization during audits, validations, conferences, industry events, and customer meetings.

Capable of effectively communicating with all levels of an organization, from front-line operational personnel to executive leadership.

Strong understanding of supply chain security, trade compliance, risk management, and international logistics.

Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills with the ability to communicate complex security requirements in a clear and practical manner.

Strong investigative and analytical skills with a proactive approach to identifying, assessing, and mitigating security risks.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives, manage competing priorities, and drive continuous improvement.

Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) and experience utilizing compliance, security, and risk management platforms.

Work-from-home environment, with a home internet reimbursement

3 weeks paid vacation for all new hires

401K program

We care about your loved ones too – that’s why we offer family medical benefit coverage (including significant mental-health practitioner coverage), Compassionate Care top-ups, and Maternity/Parental top-ups.

Change is crucial to success – it’s never a dull moment here! We offer trainings, and cover the cost of certifications so you can adapt to change with your best foot forward

#Oneteam is essential to our corporate identity – we only succeed if we work together. That’s why we take the time to recognize the value of our staff, and celebrate the big moments together (like service anniversaries, weddings, and cute things, like puppies and babies).