Anti-piracy, vessel protection, and offshore security positions across the world's most critical shipping lanes. Armed roles with premium day rates.
Browse Maritime JobsMaritime security involves protecting commercial vessels, offshore installations, and port facilities from piracy, theft, terrorism, and other maritime threats. The industry grew significantly after the Somali piracy crisis and continues to operate across high-risk transit zones worldwide.
Maritime security officers — also known as Privately Contracted Armed Security Personnel (PCASP) — typically deploy on commercial vessels transiting high-risk areas. These are among the highest-paying positions in the private security industry.
Armed security teams on commercial ships transiting piracy zones. Gulf of Aden, Indian Ocean, Gulf of Guinea. 10-21 day deployments. $500-$1,500/day.
Protecting oil & gas installations and FPSO vessels. West Africa, North Sea, Southeast Asia. Rotation-based contracts. $400-$800/day.
ISPS Code compliance, access control, and threat screening at commercial ports. More stable but lower rates than vessel-based work.
Leading PCASP teams of 3-6 operators. Responsible for operational planning, weapons management, and incident reporting. Premium rates.
The original piracy hotspot. Somali-based piracy has decreased but the threat remains. High-volume transit protection work.
Currently the world's most dangerous maritime zone. Nigeria, Cameroon, and Ghana waters. Kidnapping for ransom is the primary threat. Highest day rates.
Southeast Asian piracy and armed robbery. Lower intensity than Africa but steady demand for vessel protection.
Houthi attacks on commercial shipping have created new demand for vessel protection and naval escort coordination.
Vessel protection, offshore, and anti-piracy contracts. 3 days free, then $19.90/month.
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