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Maritime Security Specialist

Also known as: Port Security Officer, Maritime Security Officer, Ship Security Officer, Port Facility Security Officer

AI Impact Score

38/100

AI is improving vessel traffic monitoring, anomaly detection in maritime surveillance, and threat intelligence aggregation. However, physical security operations, boarding procedures, and emergency response aboard vessels require human presence and judgement that AI cannot replicate.

$55k – $110k

Salary Range

growing

Growth Outlook

18,000

Total Jobs (US)

+12%

Growth Rate

Task Breakdown

Tasks at Risk (4)

Routine vessel traffic monitoringStandard security log completionBasic threat data aggregationISPS Code documentation maintenance

AI-Enhanced Tasks (4)

Anomaly detection in AIS vessel trackingThreat intelligence compilationContraband risk scoring for vessel inspectionsPort access control management

Human-Safe Tasks (5)

Physical vessel inspections and boardingsEmergency response coordinationCrew security training deliveryLaw enforcement and coast guard liaisonHigh-risk voyage security planning