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Transportation Security Administration (TSA) is a federal agency tasked with safeguarding the nation’s aviation system. In the tech arena, TSA drives innovation through advanced cybersecurity, data analytics, and secure software development to protect travel infrastructure.

TSA’s tech hiring focuses on roles such as Cybersecurity Analysts, Data Scientists, Software Engineers, IT Infrastructure Specialists, and Network Security Engineers. Candidates can expect a structured onboarding process, mandatory security clearances, comprehensive training programs, and competitive benefits that support long‑term career growth.

Job Transparency’s TSA listings provide clear, up‑to‑date salary ranges and employee sentiment ratings, enabling job seekers to benchmark compensation, assess workplace culture, and make informed application decisions.

Medical Technologist

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Grand Junction, Colorado Grand Junction, Colorado

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This job posting is for a position eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), offering student loan payment reimbursement. U.S. Citizenship is required, and proficiency in English is mandatory. Applicants must have a bachelor's degree in a related science or complete a medical technology clinical practice program. Certification as a MT, MLS, or CLS from ASCP-BOC, ASCP-BOR, or AMT is necessary. The position involves standing, bending, walking, stooping, and occasionally lifting up to 45 pounds. It requires knowledge of laboratory equipment, quality control, and data flow. Federal employees earn annual leave based on years of service. The position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. COVID-19 vaccination is mandatory for selected applicants.

Physician Chief Medical Officer Recruitment Incentive and EDRP Approved

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Abilene, Texas Abilene, Texas

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The West Texas VA Health Care System is advertising for a Chief Medical Officer (CMO) position at their CBOC in Abilene, Texas. The CMO will lead the Primary Care team, ensuring compliance with the PACT model, enhancing care coordination, and maintaining high standards of patient care. The role requires U.S. citizenship, a medical degree from an approved institution, a full and unrestricted medical license, and completion of residency training. Preferred experience includes board certification in Internal or Family Medicine, a minimum of five years in practice, leadership experience, academic experience, research experience, and faculty development training. The position involves moderate lifting, carrying, pushing, and pulling, and requires English language proficiency. The VA encourages applications from persons with disabilities and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Archeologist

Company: Department of Energy - Bonneville Power Administration

Location: Portland, Oregon Portland, Oregon

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The Archeologist position is available within the Environment, Fish and Wildlife (E) organization of Bonneville Power Administration (BPA). The role involves working as a cultural resources specialist, collaborating with project environmental leads and teams. The position requires a U.S. Citizen, valid driver's license, and may involve extensive travel, field work in isolated places, and working in extreme weather conditions. The candidate must have a degree in archeology or a related field, with specific course requirements, or equivalent experience. Specialized experience is needed for GS-09 and GS-11 levels, involving compliance with various acts and regulations, and coordination with internal and external groups.

Enterprise Account Executive - Mexico City

Company: Abnormal Security

Location: Remote

Posted Nov 09, 2024

Abnormal Security is seeking an Enterprise Account Executive based in Mexico. The role involves selling security solutions to enterprise-level accounts within a defined territory. Key responsibilities include prospecting, presenting value, managing sales methodology, maintaining data integrity, developing business cases, and guiding internal stakeholders. The ideal candidate should have 5+ years of direct enterprise experience, strong negotiation skills, technical competence in security, email, cloud, and AI, and start-up experience. The role requires overachieving new annual recurring revenue quota, working with customer success for timely renewals, and documenting results in sales systems.

Sr SIEM - Splunk SME

Company: Abnormal Security

Location: Bangalore, India

Posted Nov 09, 2024

Abnormal Security is seeking a Sr. SIEM/Detection Engineer to join their Security & Privacy team. The role involves designing, developing, and implementing automated solutions within Splunk to enhance incident response, threat detection, and remediation processes. The candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize incident response workflows, create custom dashboards, and ensure the smooth operation of SIEM infrastructure. Key responsibilities include maturing Splunk data models, refining detection lifecycle processes, and documenting automated workflows. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's Degree in Information Security or related field, 5+ years of security experience, and strong scripting skills. Familiarity with other security tools and cloud platforms is a plus.

Physical Scientist

Company: Department of Commerce - National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration

Location: Multiple Locations

Posted Nov 09, 2024

This is a job announcement for a direct hire position within the Department of Commerce, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, National Weather Service, Analyze, Forecast and Support office. The role requires U.S. citizenship, successful completion of a background investigation, and specific qualifications including a degree in physical science, engineering, or mathematics, or equivalent experience. Specialized experience at the GS-13 level is required for the GS-14 position, involving coordination of severe weather services, evaluation of scientific advances, and coordination of severe weather products. Foreign education must be comparable to U.S. standards. CTAP and ICTAP candidates must meet certain criteria. NOAA uses E-Verify for employment eligibility.

Physician - Assistant Chief to Medical Service

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Biloxi, Mississippi Biloxi, Mississippi

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The VA Gulf Coast Healthcare System is advertising a full-time Physician (Assistant Chief to Medical Service) position. The role requires U.S. citizenship, a medical degree from an approved institution, and a full, unrestricted medical license. Residency training in an accredited program is necessary, and board certification is preferred. The position involves moderate physical requirements and close collaboration with others. The VA encourages applications from individuals with disabilities and offers a comprehensive benefits package. Vaccination against COVID-19 is mandatory for all VHA health care personnel.

Maintenance Mechanic

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Lexington, Kentucky Lexington, Kentucky

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The text describes a job opening for a journeyman Maintenance & Operations worker at the Veterans Administration Medical Center in Lexington, Kentucky. The incumbent reports to the M&O General Foreman and is typically assigned to one division but may work at the other division periodically to gain experience and foster teamwork. The job requires U.S. citizenship, a background/suitability investigation, potential drug testing, a probationary period, and Selective Service Registration for males born after 12/31/1959. No specific education requirement is mentioned, but evidence of training or experience is necessary. The job involves tasks such as equipment assembly, installation, repair, interpreting instructions, and using tools and equipment. The text also mentions benefits of a federal career and eligibility for service credit for earning annual leave.

Recreation Therapist

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Bath, New York Bath, New York

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The Recreation Therapist position at the Finger Lakes VA Health Care System involves providing treatment interventions using a four-step process. The role requires a bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation or a related field and certification as a CTRS by the NCTRC. The therapist will adapt treatment interventions to address complex diagnosis or disabilities, interpret provider referrals, and communicate effectively with patients and healthcare professionals. They will administer and interpret recreation therapy assessments, develop individualized treatment plans, and provide direct patient care.

Registered Nurse-Home Based Primary Care (HBPC) Marion CBOC

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Marion, Ohio Marion, Ohio

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The HBPC RN role involves providing case management and nursing care to veterans in the HBPC program, aiming for quality patient care outcomes, continuity of care, and minimizing healthcare costs. This position is at the Community Based Outpatient Clinic (CBOC) in Marion, Ohio. Requirements include U.S. citizenship, passing a background check, pre-employment physical examination, and vaccination programs. Qualifications necessitate English proficiency, a nursing degree from an approved school, and current nursing registration. Preferred experience includes a background in home care and case management. Benefits include competitive salary, paid time off, retirement plans, and comprehensive insurance.

Supervisory Environmental Protection Specialist (Open to both U.S. Citizens and Federal Employees)

Company: Department of Transportation - Office of the Secretary of Transportation

Location: Location Negotiable After Selection

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The Office of the Secretary (S3), Office of the Assistant Secretary for Transportation Policy (P), Office of the Environment manages NEPA, Climate, or Sustainable Transportation programs, focusing on addressing program crises and leveraging expertise across the Department and public sector partnerships. The role involves tackling high priority topics related to mitigation, adaptation, and transportation equity. U.S. Citizenship is required, and applicants must complete a one-year supervisory probationary period. The position may be eligible for remote work, requiring high-speed internet and cell service. Qualifications include experience analyzing and assessing NEPA, climate, or sustainable transportation studies, and preparing analytical findings. Key skills include technical competence in environmental protection, human resource management, transportation knowledge, performance analysis, political savvy, and effective communication.

Archeologist

Company: Department of Energy - Bonneville Power Administration

Location: Portland, Oregon Portland, Oregon

Posted Nov 09, 2024

The Archeologist position is located within the Environment, Fish and Wildlife (E) organization of Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), specifically in Historic Preservation, Cultural Resource Compliance. The role involves working as a cultural resource specialist with BPA project environmental leads. The successful candidate must be a U.S. Citizen or National, and may be required to travel extensively, work in isolated places, and handle equipment weighing up to 40 pounds. The position requires a degree in archeology or a related discipline, with specific course requirements including history of archeology, archeology of a major geographical area, regional archeology, theory and methods of archeology, and an archeological field school. Specialized experience includes conducting cultural resource activities in compliance with laws and preparing impact analysis work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at TSA?
Working at TSA offers a mission‑driven environment where technology meets national security. Employees collaborate across multidisciplinary teams, engage in continuous learning, and receive benefits such as health insurance, retirement plans, and paid leave. The agency values diversity, offers structured career paths, and provides opportunities to contribute directly to public safety.
What types of positions are available at TSA?
TSA hires for a spectrum of tech roles: Cybersecurity Specialists, Software Developers, Data Analysts, Network Engineers, Cloud Infrastructure Engineers, and IT Support professionals. Positions range from entry‑level analyst roles to senior architect and program management positions, all requiring varying degrees of security clearance.
How can I stand out as an applicant for TSA tech roles?
To differentiate yourself, highlight experience with secure software development, data encryption, or compliance frameworks like NIST or ISO 27001. Demonstrate problem‑solving skills through real projects, obtain relevant certifications (e.g., CISSP, CCSP, AWS Certified Security), and showcase a commitment to continuous learning. Prepare for TSA’s structured interview process by researching security protocols and practicing scenario‑based questions related to threat mitigation.

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