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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.

Physician (Section Chief of Radiation Oncology)

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Memphis, Tennessee Memphis, Tennessee

Posted Oct 18, 2024

The Lt. Col. Luke Weathers, Jr., VAMC is recruiting for a Section Chief of Radiation Oncology Physician. The role involves 70% clinical and 30% administrative duties, ensuring state-of-the-art care delivery. Requirements include U.S. citizenship, medical degree, full practice license, residency training, and proficiency in English. Preferred experience includes SBRT/SRS/IMRT, recent Varian equipment use, and cancer treatment experience. The position requires a probationary period, background check, physical exam, and vaccination against COVID-19.

Licensed Practical Nurse

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Charleston, South Carolina Charleston, South Carolina

Posted Oct 18, 2024

This job posting is for a Licensed Practical or Vocational Nurse (LPN/LVN) position at the Veterans Health Administration (VHA). The role is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), offering up to $200,000 in student loan payment reimbursement. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, proficient in English, and meet specific eligibility requirements. A background/security investigation and pre-employment physical examination are required. The position involves providing practical nursing care to patients with various physical and behavioral problems, administering medications, and participating in emergency situations. The full performance level is GS-06, with the actual grade ranging from GS-03 to GS-06. The position is in the Excepted Service and does not confer competitive status. VHA health care personnel are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Staff Physician- Inpatient Psychiatry

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Detroit, Michigan Detroit, Michigan

Posted Oct 18, 2024

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), offering a student loan payment reimbursement. Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements and submit their EDRP application within four months of appointment. The position requires U.S. citizenship, a medical degree, and a full and unrestricted license to practice medicine. Residency training is necessary, and proficiency in spoken and written English is required. The role involves a probationary period, background/security investigation, and completion of an online onboarding process. Participation in influenza and COVID-19 vaccination programs is mandatory. The VA encourages persons with disabilities to apply and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Medical Instrument Technician (Echocardiography) Cardiology Hub and Spoke Network

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Ann Arbor, Michigan Ann Arbor, Michigan

Posted Oct 18, 2024

The Cardiac Echocardiography Technician position is part of the VISN 10 Hub and Spoke Network, specifically assigned to the Saginaw Spoke. The role involves traveling to multiple duty stations across Michigan for cardiology-related tasks, including team meetings and clinical responsibilities. Requirements include U.S. citizenship, English proficiency, and passing a pre-employment physical examination. Desirable certifications include Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). The position requires problem-solving skills, ability to perform complex echocardiography examinations, and adapt transducer positioning to individual patients.

Physician (Cardiothoracic Surgery)

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Tampa, Florida Tampa, Florida

Posted Oct 18, 2024

James A. Haley VA Medical Center is recruiting an experienced Cardiothoracic Surgeon. The ideal candidate should be a team player, excellent communicator, and adaptable to contribute to quality care and program growth. Requirements include U.S. citizenship, English proficiency, passing a pre-employment physical, and board certification in Thoracic Surgery or Thoracic Cardiovascular Surgery. Preferred experience includes expertise in various cardiac surgeries and teaching responsibilities.

Senior Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Grand Junction, Colorado Grand Junction, Colorado

Posted Oct 18, 2024

The job posting is for a Senior Licensed Professional Mental Health Counselor (LPMHC) position in the Department of Veterans Affairs. The role involves providing advanced practice counseling services, administrative responsibilities, and clinical program development. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen, proficient in English, and hold a master's or doctoral degree in a related field from a CACREP-accredited program. They must also have at least one year of progressively complex LPMHC experience and five years of post-licensed experience demonstrating advanced practice skills and judgment. The role requires advanced knowledge of mental health theories and modalities, expertise in specialized interventions, and the ability to coordinate psychosocial services and programs.

Contract Specialist

Company: Department of Homeland Security - Immigration and Customs Enforcement

Location: Anywhere in the U.S. (remote job)

Posted Oct 18, 2024

The Department of Homeland Security, Immigration and Customs Enforcement is seeking applicants for a remote, non-bargaining unit position in the Office of Acquisition Management. The role is a full-time permanent position with a probationary period. Applicants must be U.S. citizens, pass a background investigation and drug screen, and meet specific educational and experience requirements. These include a bachelor's degree with coursework in accounting, business, finance, law, contracts, purchasing, economics, industrial management, marketing, or quantitative methods, and at least 4 years of contracting or related experience. A Level III Federal Acquisition Certification in Contracting (FAC-C Level III) or a Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act Level III Certification in Contracting (DAWIA Level III) is also required. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance, retirement plan, and flexible work schedules.

Deputy Assistant Administrator, Intelligence Business Operations

Company: Department of Justice - Drug Enforcement Administration

Location: Arlington, Virginia Arlington, Virginia

Posted Oct 18, 2024

The Deputy Assistant Administrator (DAA) for Intelligence Business Operations is a senior advisor to the Chief of Intelligence, responsible for strategic planning, resource allocation, budget, and human capital for the Intelligence Program. The DAA collaborates with the Assistant Administrator for Intelligence to ensure the Intelligence Program supports DEA's mission through priority projects. The role requires U.S. citizenship, clearance, and registration for Selective Service. Applicants must be SES-eligible, with experience in data-driven intelligence analysis, law enforcement mission support, and managing diverse workforces. The position involves leading change, people, and results-driven leadership, with a focus on building coalitions and communication.

Director of El Paso Intelligence Center

Company: Department of Justice - Drug Enforcement Administration

Location: El Paso, Texas El Paso, Texas

Posted Oct 18, 2024

The text describes a job posting for the position of Director at the El Paso Intelligence Center (EPIC) in El Paso, Texas. The role involves planning and directing activities related to criminal intelligence and data on transnational organized crime. The position supports law enforcement agencies by providing real-time responses to narcotic-related inquiries. The job requires U.S. citizenship, a background and/or security clearance, and registration for Selective Service for males born after 12-31-59. The role is a Senior Executive Service (SES) - Excepted Service Position. Applicants must have general management skills and specialized experience in data-driven intelligence and mission support programs. They must also demonstrate leadership in leading and managing diverse workforces and collaborating across organizational lines. The position requires a narrative statement for each of the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs) and Mandatory Technical Qualifications (MTQs).

Psychologist Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program Substance Use Disorder

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Grand Junction, Colorado Grand Junction, Colorado

Posted Oct 18, 2024

This job posting is for a psychologist position at the VA, eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). Requirements include U.S. citizenship, English proficiency, and a doctoral degree in psychology from an accredited program. Non-citizens, those without English proficiency, and those without the required degree are ineligible. The position offers comprehensive benefits and a career with the U.S. government. The selected candidate must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19.

Staff Psychologist - Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PCT)

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Wichita, Kansas Wichita, Kansas

Posted Oct 18, 2024

This job posting is for a professional psychologist position at the VA, eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP). The role requires U.S. citizenship, English proficiency, and a doctoral degree in psychology. Applicants must meet specific eligibility requirements and pass a background check, physical exam, and vaccination requirements. The position offers comprehensive benefits and the possibility of a career with the U.S. government.

Senior Social Worker Residential Rehabilitation Treatment Program - Substance Use Disorder

Company: Department of Veterans Affairs - Veterans Health Administration

Location: Grand Junction, Colorado Grand Junction, Colorado

Posted Oct 18, 2024

This job posting is for a U.S. citizen role with the Department of Veterans Affairs, offering a student loan repayment program (up to $200,000) for eligible candidates. The position requires a master's or doctoral degree in related mental health counseling fields, along with clinical experience. The role involves specialized social work practice, including assessing abuse, providing psychotherapy, and consulting colleagues. Full benefits and vaccination requirements apply.

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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