Anthony Verdone
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Summary
Results-driven professional with over 14 years of experience in aviation operations and compliance. Key skills include regulatory compliance, training development, and safety management. Proven expertise in leading various security and technology programs.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sr. Security & Baggage System Manager
Massachusetts Port Authority
04.2025 - Current
- Created and maintained policy documentation on troubleshooting systems, detailing best practices and inherent goals.
- Wrote and updated technical documentation covering system components.
- Recommended systems improvements to technical staff, prioritizing maximum return on investment (ROI).
- Led technical upgrade projects for by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
- Oversaw security procedures for construction projects and coordinated recommendations to Project Managers and Senior Leadership.
- Reviewed security technology to enhance passenger experience and security at Logan Airport.
Assistant Director, Aviation Security Operations
Massachusetts Port Authority
11.2023 - 04.2025
- Executed comprehensive oversight of the TSA-approved Airport Security Program, ensuring adherence to security directives and regulatory requirements across all operational sites.
- Led comprehensive safety initiatives at Logan Airport, fostering strong collaboration with regulatory bodies to ensure compliance and enhance overall security operations.
- Coordinates with various departments and external agencies for VIP arrivals, events, and activities, and manage the annual SAFE Awards recognition event.
- Directs the security audit program, including compliance inspections and assessments, to enhance security, identify deviations, and develop action plans for improved security protocols and procedures, while also serving as an Airport Security Coordinator.
- Implemented a comprehensive Aviation Worker Screening program within 12 months, significantly improving overall airport security readiness and passenger safety outcomes.
- Manage the aviation security audit program encompassing compliance, inspections, and security assessment.
- Manage the Airport Security Program (ASP) for one of the largest category X airports in the country.
- Plan training sessions and conduct outreach to aviation stakeholders (internal and external) to educate the community on security requirements.
- Oversaw four screening terminals, which consisted of 6 checkpoints and 60+ officers at a given time.
Manager of Compliance & Training
Massachusetts Port Authority
11.2018 - 11.2023
- Manage the aviation security audit program encompassing compliance, inspections, and security assessment.
- Manage the Airport Security Program (ASP) for one of the largest category X airports in the country.
- Plan training sessions and conduct outreach to aviation stakeholders (internal and external) to educate the community on security requirements.
- Evaluated employee performance and conveyed constructive feedback to improve skills.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
Manager, Transportation Security
Transportation Security Administration, TSA
04.2016 - 11.2018
- Developed relationships with eight major airline carriers and TSA Stakeholders.
- Created a culture of teamwork by assisting in developing an employee of the month program, which saw participation from 70 percent of the frontline workforce.
- Served as local point of contact for TSA Headquarters in piloting advanced x-ray technologies in the screening checkpoint.
- Member of TSA Headquarters team responsible for rolling out Automated Screening Lanes (ASL) technologies at multiple Category X airports.
- Responsible for mitigating potential security threats using independent discretion.
- Supervised security personnel and functions including, Transportation Security Officers, screening checkpoints, and baggage screening procedures.
- Responsible for leading team of 3+ Transportation Security Officers, distributed and managed workloads, and provided input to senior-level managers.
- Implemented security-screening procedures per TSA guidelines.
Supervisory Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration, TSA
03.2014 - 04.2016
- Operated x-ray machines, hand wands, and advanced imaging technology to conduct screening of passengers and baggage.
- Discretely observed behavior and demeanor of travelers and staff to screen for suspicious actions.
- Interacted with public to give directions, explain rules, and regulations and respond to inquiries.
- Authenticated boarding passes, identification, and passports to prevent fraudulent travel.
- Served as local point of contact for TSA Headquarters in piloting advanced x-ray technologies in the screening checkpoint.
- Member of TSA Headquarters team responsible for rolling out Automated Screening Lanes (ASL) technologies at multiple category X airports.
Lead Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration, TSA
10.2010 - 03.2014
- Safeguarded transportation operations at commercial airports and railway stations.
- Managed team of trained security professionals engaged in anti-terrorism activities.
- Attended daily briefings with supervisors to discuss issues with security screening processes.
- Developed and maintained positive rapport with passengers and other airport personnel.
- Engaged in casual conversations with individuals to assess and analyze behaviors.
- Responded effectively to security incidents and provided guidance regarding security procedures.
Education
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
North Shore Community College
Danvers, MANo Degree - Criminal Justice
Salem State University
Salem, MAHigh School Diploma -
St. Mary's Jr/Sr Highschool
Lynn, MA06-2008
Skills
- Information security
- Operating systems
- Capacity planning
- Virtualization technologies
- System analysis
- Training documentation
- Administration protocols
- Crisis management
- Staff management
- Project management
- Team operations
- Corporate governance
Certification
Airport Certified Employee (ACE)
Foundations of Project Management
Timeline
Sr. Security & Baggage System Manager
Massachusetts Port Authority
04.2025 - Current
Assistant Director, Aviation Security Operations
Massachusetts Port Authority
11.2023 - 04.2025
Manager of Compliance & Training
Massachusetts Port Authority
11.2018 - 11.2023
Manager, Transportation Security
Transportation Security Administration, TSA
04.2016 - 11.2018
Supervisory Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration, TSA
03.2014 - 04.2016
Lead Transportation Security Officer
Transportation Security Administration, TSA
10.2010 - 03.2014
Associate of Arts - Criminal Justice
North Shore Community College
No Degree - Criminal Justice
Salem State University
High School Diploma -
St. Mary's Jr/Sr Highschool
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