Transportation Security & Cargo Escort Specialist – Road Transport

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics

. Operate a company-provided escort vehicle while accompanying high-value, high-risk, and security-sensitive shipments .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeLancaster • Texas • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $27 - $33 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in transportation security, including chain-of-custody requirements and incident response, while maintaining effective communication with stakeholders. Exhibits strong situational awareness, sound judgment, and a commitment to safe driving practices in high-value cargo operations.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Transportation SecurityChain-of-Custody RequirementsIncident ResponseGPS/Navigation Systems ProficiencyStrong Verbal and Written Communication

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Hard Skills

Transportation Security ProceduresIncident ReportingVehicle InspectionsCargo Security ProceduresHigh-Value Cargo OperationsLogistics CoordinationSafe Driving PracticesLong-Distance TransportationProblem-Solving SkillsSituational Awareness

Soft Skills

Attention to DetailReliabilityProfessionalismDiscretionConfidentiality

Tools & Technologies

GPS SystemsTransportation ApplicationsMobile Communication Devices

Certifications & Qualifications

Valid Driver's LicenseClean Driving Record

Industry Keywords

High-Value CargoSecurity-Sensitive TransportationLogisticsMilitaryLaw Enforcement

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Operate a company-provided escort vehicle while accompanying high-value, high-risk, and security-sensitive shipments
Maintain appropriate proximity to escorted shipments based on security requirements and roadway conditions
Monitor transportation and security conditions throughout transit and identify potential risks, unusual activity, or changing operating conditions
Assess changing circumstances and take appropriate action within established security procedures and authority
Maintain communication with drivers, dispatch, Operations, customers, and designated security personnel
Provide shipment location, status, and security updates
Coordinate planned and unplanned stops, fueling, rest periods, and overnight locations
Review routes and planned stops for security concerns and communicate recommended adjustments
Respond to route deviations, unexpected stops, accidents, mechanical issues, suspicious activity, and other security-related incidents
Escalate security concerns to Operations, Security leadership, customers, law enforcement, or other appropriate parties
Support chain-of-custody and shipment security requirements from origin through final delivery
Follow company, customer, and shipment-specific security procedures and SOPs
Protect confidential information regarding customers, cargo, routes, schedules, locations, and security procedures
Complete trip reports, mileage records, security documentation, incident reports, and other operational records
Conduct pre-trip and post-trip vehicle inspections and report safety or maintenance concerns
Maintain assigned vehicles in a clean, professional, and operationally ready condition
Participate in security incident reviews and provide recommendations for improving transportation security practices
Represent the company professionally when interacting with customers, drivers, facilities, law enforcement, and other parties
Perform other duties as assigned in support of transportation security and operations

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or GED required
Minimum of 2 years of experience in transportation, trucking, logistics, security, military, law enforcement, high-value cargo operations, or a related field required
Valid driver's license with a clean and insurable driving record required
Experience supporting high-value, high-risk, or security-sensitive transportation preferred
Experience with chain-of-custody requirements, cargo security procedures, incident response, expedited freight, or long-distance transportation preferred
Must pass applicable background checks, motor vehicle record checks, drug screening, and other required employment or security screening
Strong situational awareness
Sound judgment and problem-solving skills
Strong commitment to safe driving practices and ability to remain alert during extended assignments
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Strong attention to detail
Ability to work independently and coordinate effectively with drivers, Operations, customers, and security personnel
Reliability, professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality
Proficiency with GPS/navigation systems, transportation applications, mobile communication devices, and related technology
Ability to sit and operate a passenger vehicle or light-duty truck for extended periods
Ability to remain alert, safely enter and exit vehicles repeatedly, and use computers, mobile devices, navigation systems, and communication equipment
Ability to work extended and irregular schedules
Extensive travel throughout the United States, including long-distance and interstate travel
Ability to work evenings, weekends, holidays, irregular schedules, and short-notice assignments

Benefits

Comp & perks

Company-provided escort vehicle
Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities
DSV benefits offerings, including eligibility and coverage options (details vary by location and division)