Transportation Security Officers Jobs in Austin, TX

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Business Analyst I

Company: Travis County

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

May be required to develop knowledge of and adhere to federal and state laws requiring the confidential handling of certain health information.

Paint Specialist- Experienced Customer Service Representative (2 years)

Company: Clement's Paint and Decorating

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Start a new career with us and create your own niche within our organization.*. Looking for an experienced customer service representative to assist customers…

Carpenter

Company: JE Dunn

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Knowledge of all carpentry hand tools, use and own all required hand tools and pouches. Working knowledge of all concrete tools and carpentry hand tools.

Armed Security (Part-time)

Company: Cascadia Global Security

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Free of tickets, accidents, or marks against your driver's license. All applicants must be over 21 years old, possess a valid Driver's License, and be able to…

Inpatient Pharmacist I

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health

Location: Round Rock, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Assesses prescribers medication orders with respect to the overall patient therapy to evaluate: known allergies; rational therapy/contraindications; reasonable…

Data Analyst

Company: CGI Group, Inc.

Location: Arlington, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Analytical & Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze complex data, identify patterns, and draw valid inferences to solve problems and answer business questions.

Cloud Solutions Architect

Company: Hyve Managed Hosting

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Hands-on knowledge of virtualization and infrastructure platforms (e.g. VMware, Redhat, storage technologies, network design) as well as public cloud provider(s…

Janitor/Custodian --early morning weekends & holidays/ or evenings Mon-Fri

Company: AAA Janitorial Services

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Do you have your own vehicle and driver's license? A valid driver's license is required, and your relevant skills in porter duties and facilities maintenance…

Business Intelligence (BI) Developer

Company: ISS

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Possesses strong oral and written communication skills, clearly and accurately communicating complex and/or technical information to both technical and…

Salesforce Developer

Company: City of Plano, Texas

Location: Plano, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Design and develop custom user interfaces using Visualforce, Lightning Pages, and Lightning Web Components (LWC). Up to three weeks of paid vacation.

Senior Fullstack Gen AI Engineer

Company: Toyota

Location: Plano, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Strong ability to articulate technical solutions, trade-offs, and system behavior to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Inpatient Pharmacist I

Company: Baylor Scott & White Health

Location: Round Rock, TX

Posted Oct 15, 2025

Assesses prescribers medication orders with respect to the overall patient therapy to evaluate: known allergies; rational therapy/contraindications; reasonable…

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the typical salary ranges for Transportation Security Officers at different seniority levels?
Entry‑level officers earn between $35,000 and $45,000 annually, depending on airport size and state bonuses. Mid‑level officers, such as those with 2–5 years of experience or who manage ETD teams, typically receive $45,000 to $60,000. Senior officers—often 5+ years, supervising patrol shifts or coordinating with federal agencies—can earn $60,000 to $80,000 or more, especially at major hubs like JFK or LAX.
What skills and certifications are required to become a Transportation Security Officer?
Candidates must complete the TSA Security Officer training program and obtain the TSA Security Officer certification (TSA‑112). Additional certifications that boost employability include Explosive Trace Detection (ETD) certification, Advanced Threat Analysis (ATA) credentials, and first‑aid/CPR. Core skills include threat‑detection proficiency, knowledge of hazardous materials regulations, biometric screening, strong communication, and the ability to operate X‑ray and CT scanners.
Is remote work available for Transportation Security Officer positions?
While most Transportation Security Officer roles require on‑site presence at airports, rail terminals, or maritime facilities, certain positions such as Threat Intelligence Analysts, Training Coordinators, and compliance audit specialists can work remotely. These roles typically use secure VPNs to access TSA databases, conduct virtual training sessions, and analyze threat feeds.
What career progression paths exist for Transportation Security Officers?
A typical path starts as a Ground Screening Officer, advances to Senior Officer overseeing shifts, then to Patrol Officer or Threat Analyst roles. From there, officers may move into supervisory positions—Security Manager or TSA Officer—managing multiple terminals. Long‑term careers can lead to managerial roles within TSA’s National Security Division, corporate security leadership at airlines, or consulting positions with private security firms.
What industry trends are shaping the future of Transportation Security Officers?
Key trends include the integration of AI‑driven threat detection that analyzes passenger behavior patterns in real time, the deployment of drone surveillance for perimeter security, and the adoption of contactless biometric boarding to reduce queue times. TSA’s new regulations on high‑speed rail security and the push for unified data platforms across transportation modes are also creating new specialty roles for officers skilled in data analytics and cross‑agency coordination.

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