AAAE ACE SECURITY MODULE 1 QUESTIONS &
ANSWERS
What is the Airport Security Coordinator?
Individual ensuring consistent application of aviation security regulations.
When was the position of Airport Security Coordinator created?
1991.
What were the regulations stipulated for the Airport Security Coordinator?
Consistent application of aviation security regulations.
Who typically held the role of Airport Security Coordinator before 9/11?
Airport manager or one of his assistants.
How has the role of Airport Security Coordinator expanded after 9/11?
Expanded greatly, becoming the primary point of contact for TSA and ensuring
compliance with security regulations.
What must Airport Security Coordinators ensure compliance with?
Part 1542, Security Directives, and the Airport Security Program.
When does an ASC play a crucial role in guiding the application of new security
systems?
When new threats or vulnerabilities are identified.
Roles and Responsibilities of the ASC
Serve as airport primary and immediate contact for TSA
Available to TSA on a 24-hour Basis
Review with sufficient frequency all security-related functions to ensure all are effective
and in compliance with Part 1542, ASP, and SD's
Review and control the results of employment history, verification, and CHRC.
Serve as a contact to receive notification from individuals applying for unescorted
access of their intent to seek correction of CHR with the FBI.
,Primary Relationships for the ASC (Weekly or Daily)
Airport Director
Airport Police Chief
Airport Director of Operations
FSD
TSI's
FBI Special Agent for Aviation
Air Carrier Station Managers
Security Office Director
Secondary Relationships for the ASC (at least Monthly)
Airport Director of OEM
TSA Field Intelligence Officer
JTTF
Fusion Center
Trade Assoc. Reps
Regional and State OEM Reps
Part 1542.3
Serve as the airport operator's primary and immediate contact for security related
activities and communications with TSA.
How is the ASC designated?
The airport operator must designate the ASC in the Airport Security Program (ASP).
What access does the ASC need?
Access to the Homeland Security Information Network (HSIN) and appropriate TSA
infoBoards.
How does the ASC obtain access to the infoBoard?
Through a TSA application process (TSA Form 1427).
What is the HSIN?
Homeland Security Information Network, a secure website for receiving Security
Directives and Information Circulars.
What is the TSA Compliance Guidance?
Regulatory intent and requirements for airport compliance with aviation security
regulations.
,What is the Supporting Security Program Guide?
Guide for smaller airports and Partial Airport Security Programs.
What is the AvOps Airport Security infoBoard?
The infoBoard where ASCs can obtain current TSA guidance.
What are some duties of an assistant ASC?
Being on-call, managing specific processes, managing security officer workforce,
managing airport law enforcement personnel
What training is required for an ASC and assistant ASC?
Completion of required ASC training and site-specific training
How long is ASC training valid for?
Two years or perpetuity if there is no break in service
What does it mean to be an 'active' ASC?
Being listed in an approved Airport Security Program as an ASC or assistant ASC or
having ASC duties
What are the Parts included in the training syllabus?
Parts 1540, 1542, 1544, 1546
What are some topics covered in the training syllabus?
Law enforcement responsibility, crisis management, TSA communication/coordination,
local airport security program
What contact number must the ASC or alternate ASC provide?
A 24-hour contact number via the ASP
What does §1542.3 (3) require the ASC to do?
Review security-related functions to ensure effectiveness and compliance
What is the responsibility of the ASC regarding the Airport Security Program?
, Drafting the program and ensuring compliance by airport personnel, tenants, air
carriers, contractors, vendors, etc.
What areas must be protected according to the regulation?
Security areas, including the Sterile Area.
What systems must be reviewed for regulatory compliance?
Access control and credentialing systems.
What plans must be reviewed for regulatory compliance?
Contingency and incident management plans.
What actions must the ASC ensure at security screening checkpoints?
Law enforcement actions.
What should the ASC do for any instance of non-compliance?
Immediately initiate corrective action.
What should the ASC do if there is a situation different from specified in the ASP?
Notify the TSA.
What is the purpose of the Amendment process?
To ensure ongoing compliance with regulations.
What is the purpose of the amendment process?
To modify airport activities, boundaries, and processes.
What does §1542.3 (5) require the ASC to do?
Review and control employment and criminal history records checks.
What is the role of the ASC in the credentialing process?
To establish procedures for collecting data and fingerprints and process them.
What does the phrase 'control the results of' imply?
ASC grants authority for an employee to receive an Airport Identification Badge.
ANSWERS
What is the Airport Security Coordinator?
Individual ensuring consistent application of aviation security regulations.
When was the position of Airport Security Coordinator created?
1991.
What were the regulations stipulated for the Airport Security Coordinator?
Consistent application of aviation security regulations.
Who typically held the role of Airport Security Coordinator before 9/11?
Airport manager or one of his assistants.
How has the role of Airport Security Coordinator expanded after 9/11?
Expanded greatly, becoming the primary point of contact for TSA and ensuring
compliance with security regulations.
What must Airport Security Coordinators ensure compliance with?
Part 1542, Security Directives, and the Airport Security Program.
When does an ASC play a crucial role in guiding the application of new security
systems?
When new threats or vulnerabilities are identified.
Roles and Responsibilities of the ASC
Serve as airport primary and immediate contact for TSA
Available to TSA on a 24-hour Basis
Review with sufficient frequency all security-related functions to ensure all are effective
and in compliance with Part 1542, ASP, and SD's
Review and control the results of employment history, verification, and CHRC.
Serve as a contact to receive notification from individuals applying for unescorted
access of their intent to seek correction of CHR with the FBI.
,Primary Relationships for the ASC (Weekly or Daily)
Airport Director
Airport Police Chief
Airport Director of Operations
FSD
TSI's
FBI Special Agent for Aviation
Air Carrier Station Managers
Security Office Director
Secondary Relationships for the ASC (at least Monthly)
Airport Director of OEM
TSA Field Intelligence Officer
JTTF
Fusion Center
Trade Assoc. Reps
Regional and State OEM Reps
Part 1542.3
Serve as the airport operator's primary and immediate contact for security related
activities and communications with TSA.
How is the ASC designated?
The airport operator must designate the ASC in the Airport Security Program (ASP).
What access does the ASC need?
Access to the Homeland Security Information Network (HSIN) and appropriate TSA
infoBoards.
How does the ASC obtain access to the infoBoard?
Through a TSA application process (TSA Form 1427).
What is the HSIN?
Homeland Security Information Network, a secure website for receiving Security
Directives and Information Circulars.
What is the TSA Compliance Guidance?
Regulatory intent and requirements for airport compliance with aviation security
regulations.
,What is the Supporting Security Program Guide?
Guide for smaller airports and Partial Airport Security Programs.
What is the AvOps Airport Security infoBoard?
The infoBoard where ASCs can obtain current TSA guidance.
What are some duties of an assistant ASC?
Being on-call, managing specific processes, managing security officer workforce,
managing airport law enforcement personnel
What training is required for an ASC and assistant ASC?
Completion of required ASC training and site-specific training
How long is ASC training valid for?
Two years or perpetuity if there is no break in service
What does it mean to be an 'active' ASC?
Being listed in an approved Airport Security Program as an ASC or assistant ASC or
having ASC duties
What are the Parts included in the training syllabus?
Parts 1540, 1542, 1544, 1546
What are some topics covered in the training syllabus?
Law enforcement responsibility, crisis management, TSA communication/coordination,
local airport security program
What contact number must the ASC or alternate ASC provide?
A 24-hour contact number via the ASP
What does §1542.3 (3) require the ASC to do?
Review security-related functions to ensure effectiveness and compliance
What is the responsibility of the ASC regarding the Airport Security Program?
, Drafting the program and ensuring compliance by airport personnel, tenants, air
carriers, contractors, vendors, etc.
What areas must be protected according to the regulation?
Security areas, including the Sterile Area.
What systems must be reviewed for regulatory compliance?
Access control and credentialing systems.
What plans must be reviewed for regulatory compliance?
Contingency and incident management plans.
What actions must the ASC ensure at security screening checkpoints?
Law enforcement actions.
What should the ASC do for any instance of non-compliance?
Immediately initiate corrective action.
What should the ASC do if there is a situation different from specified in the ASP?
Notify the TSA.
What is the purpose of the Amendment process?
To ensure ongoing compliance with regulations.
What is the purpose of the amendment process?
To modify airport activities, boundaries, and processes.
What does §1542.3 (5) require the ASC to do?
Review and control employment and criminal history records checks.
What is the role of the ASC in the credentialing process?
To establish procedures for collecting data and fingerprints and process them.
What does the phrase 'control the results of' imply?
ASC grants authority for an employee to receive an Airport Identification Badge.
