Also called: Anti-Piracy Guard, Vessel Security Officer
Protects merchant ships from pirates in dangerous waters.
Armed security teams, usually ex-military, ride cargo ships through high-risk zones like the Gulf of Aden, standing watch and advising crews on defense.
Estimate; contract-based day rates.
Approximate: anchored on Bureau of Labor Statistics data for a broader job group.
High school diploma, about 4 years after high school. Usually prior military or law enforcement experience plus maritime security certifications.
Ways in: Military, Certification. Training cost: Get paid while you train.
Growing about average. Demand rises and falls with piracy threats.
Low risk for 10 years. Cameras and radar help spot threats, but armed protection of ships in pirate waters stays human.
Classes: Physical education, Government, A foreign language.
Official data: O*NET occupation 33-9032.
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