Los Angeles World Airports

JOB OPENING: Los Angeles World Airports (LAWA) is seeking a Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) to head the Office of IT Information Security. This position will be responsible for establishing and maintaining a robust information security strategy to protect LAWA’s sensitive data, customer information, and critical systems. The primary objective of this position is to ensure the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of all information assets while complying with relevant regulations and industry best practices. This role will work closely with various business units, IT teams, and senior management to develop and implement comprehensive security strategies, policies, and procedures that align with LAWA’s risk appetite and business objectives and lead the Cyber Security program. As a senior technology leadership team member reporting to the Chief Information Officer, the role will engage with each business to establish acceptable levels of cyber and information security risk across the organization, unique to each business unit. This individual will proactively work with business units to implement practices that meet established policies and standards and will lead efforts to champion and communicate the impact of applying cyber and information protections to the senior stakeholders. The CISO will operate as a business leader and should have a track record of competency in the field of information security and/or risk management.   This individual must be knowledgeable of both internal and external business environments and ensure that information systems are maintained in a fully functional and secure mode and are compliant with legal, regulatory, and contractual obligations. They will serve as the process owner of functions related to confidentiality, integrity, and availability but will also advocate for the safety, privacy, and recovery of information owned or processed by the business in compliance with regulatory requirements. HOW TO APPLY: Interested applicants must submit a completed City of Los Angeles application and a resume by 5:00 p.m. on Friday, October 27, 2023, or until sufficient applications have been received to the following email address: IMTGHIRING@lawa.org. The application can be found here: https://lnkd.in/gQbZPsXn. If you have any questions, please contact the Information Management & Technology Division at IMTGHIRING@lawa.org or at (213) 808-8804.

As one of many visionary projects that are a part of LAX's modernization, LuLu's Place has achieved a key milestone. Yesterday, the project broke ground at a ceremony attended by Mayor Karen Bass, Councilwoman Traci Park, Supervisor Holly J. Mitchell, BOAC President Karim Webb, LAWA CEO John Ackerman, LAWA executives and staff, community leaders, students and project donors and partners. LuLu's Place would not have been possible without Doug Kimmelman and all of the incredible partners who share in the vision to create an athletics and education-focused hub for the community. From tennis courts, soccer fields, a multi-purpose field, volleyball courts and basketball courts to a playground, dog park and picnic area, LAWA looks forward to welcoming students and their families to our backyard. #LAXTransformation #LuLusPlace

Today, members of Los Angeles World Airports' Executive and construction teams met to kick off Construction Safety Week (May 6 – 10). The annual event represents a moment to collectively reaffirm a commitment to the most important goal of all projects — the safety of every individual. Through rigorous training, heightened awareness and new techniques that help to collect and track safety data, LAWA is continuing to enhance wellbeing everyday. Together with our partners, we are not just transforming our airports; we are transforming how safety culture is upheld and celebrated.   #LAXTransformation HENSEL PHELPS Austin Commercial GEC2 Inc. Granite Construction Inc. Flatiron Construction LINXS (LAX Integrated Express Solutions) Murray Company PCL Construction Rosendin Skanska Sully-Miller Contracting Co. Underground Construction Co., Inc. W.E. O'Neil Construction

Today, Los Angeles World Airports welcomes Marla Bleavins as Chief Airport Administrative Officer. Marla will oversee Human Resources, Commercial Development, Strategic Sourcing, Internal Audit and Ethics, and Risk Management. She will focus on how LAWA supports our people and the communities we serve, and she will lead a modernization of legacy systems and processes. Marla is returning to LAWA after serving in leadership roles across the City. In her over 20 years of service with the City of Los Angeles, Marla has served as Assistant General Manager at the Department of Convention and Tourism Development, Debt and Treasury Manager at Los Angeles World Airports, and Finance Specialist in the Office of the City Administrative Officer. She currently serves as Deputy Executive Director and Chief Financial Officer for the Port of Los Angeles.

Los Angeles World Airports’ latest Multiple Award Task Order Contract (MATOC), representing nearly $1 billion in contracting value, received approval from City Council last Friday. The occasion marks a groundbreaking moment for LAWA and its dedication to creating new and lasting economic pathways for local, diverse, veteran, small and micro businesses with a historic number of first time and new-to-LAWA participants. Highlights include: - Record-Breaking Inclusivity: The MATOC sets new inclusivity standards as LAWA continues to lead the way in fostering equitable economic growth and resilience in Los Angeles and beyond. - A Diverse Partner Network: The contract awards include 15 firms, with six being first-time prime contractors and two being joint-venture XBE firms new to LAWA. This diverse group, alongside 230 subconsultants (147 XBE firms and 73 micro small businesses), highlights LAWA's commitment to building strong community partnerships. - Efficiency and Transparency: LAWA's innovative contracting model streamlines processes, eliminating unnecessary negotiations and increasing efficiency for contractors and clients alike. Additionally, enhanced transparency and inclusivity initiatives pave the way for more accessible opportunities. Read more at lax.to/HistoricMATOC and join us in shaping a more inclusive future. #LAXTransformation

Los Angeles World Airports' First Source Hiring Program (FSHP) will be holding their Spring LAWA Employer Convening on Wednesday, May 1st from 1-3PM. The virtual event provides employers working at LAX an opportunity to learn about FSHP policy, internships and apprenticeships, subsidized wage programs, and more. RSVP at lax.to/FSHPSpring24.

On Tuesday, Los Angeles World Airports welcomed Mayor Karen Bass, City of LA officials, BOAC members, representatives from the project's design and construction team and community stakeholders to celebrate the opening of a new "front door" to Tom Bradley International Terminal. The project is one of seven Terminal Vertical Cores opening in phases across the airport's Central Terminal Area and represents a step forward in LAWA's mission to enhance connectivity across LAX. The newest project isn't just about modernized facilities; it's about community, sustainability and progress. Targeting LEED Silver and CalGreen certifications, the infrastructure showcases LAX’s dedication to sustainability and resilience. And importantly, it created economic opportunities for Angelenos, with nearly 30% of the project team joining from the local workforce.     #LAXTransformation Mayor Karen Bass Deputy Mayor Rachel Freeman Councilwoman Traci Park John Ackerman Karim Webb Courtney La Bau Vanessa Aramayo Victor Narro Becca Doten Michael R. Christensen, Janet Maza Tom Hsieh

Yesterday, Los Angeles World Airports welcomed Robert (Rob) Lowe as Chief People and Culture Officer. Rob will oversee Human Resources, Labor Relations and Business, Jobs and Social Responsibility, and will build a Talent Development team. He will focus on shaping LAWA’s team culture and transforming our people systems and experience. Rob has more than 20 years of experience, including six years of executive human resources leadership in aviation. He recently served as the Vice President of People and Culture for Republic Airways, where he provided executive guidance and leadership for employee engagement, talent acquisition, talent management, diversity, equity, and inclusion, as well as organizational effectiveness. Prior to his tenure at Republic Airways, Rob held the position of VP of Human Resources and Corporate Talent Acquisition for JBT AeroTech. He has a BS in Business Management and an MS in Human Resources Development from Indiana State University.

At this year's SXSW, Los Angeles World Airports' Chief Digital Transformation Officer Ian Law presented on our next phase of innovation. He also sat down with #SXSW2024 Partner Brian Prentice to discuss integrating AI to optimize both operations and the passenger experience. Watch the interview at http://lax.to/SXSW24.

Yesterday, Los Angeles World Airports' HireLAX Apprenticeship Readiness Program celebrated the graduation of its 425th pre-apprentice and 19th cohort. Councilmember Hugo Soto-Martinez, Deputy Mayor Brenda Shockley, Board of Airport Commissioners President Karim Webb, LAWA’s Chief Executive Officer John Ackerman and Chief Development Officer Terri Mestas, President of Los Angeles Southwest College Dr. Anthony Culpepper and Los Angeles/Orange County Building and Construction Trades Council Representative Chad Boggio convened at Los Angeles Southwest College to celebrate with the graduates and their family and friends. With a mission of maximizing the positive local economic impact of LAX’s multimillion-dollar transformation, HireLAX provides free training, career opportunities and ongoing mentorship for individuals from the airport’s surrounding communities. Since its inception in 2017, the program has graduated 425 students and placed 276 of them in construction and trade roles, with the graduates earning over $17.5 million collectively. Of the 27 graduates acknowledged at the latest ceremony, 19% are women, 48% are Hispanic or Latino, 48% are Black or African American and 19% have had prior Involvement with the criminal justice system. Each of them is now ready to pursue and flourish in construction and trade careers. Learn more at: bit.ly/HireLAX_Cohort19. #LAXTransformation #HireLAX