Transportation Security Officers Jobs in Austin, TX

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Stand-By Unarmed Security Officer

Company: Inner Parish Security Corporation

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 10, 2025

Must be able to obtain the status of license required for the position, either Armed or Unarmed. Documenting nightly operations and filing weekly reports.

Registered Nurse Labor and Delivery

Company: St. David's North Austin Medical Center

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 11, 2025

You will conduct initial and ongoing assessment of the patient and family, develop an individualized patient care plan, provide family-centered patient teaching…

EVS Floor Tech

Company: Methodist Hospital

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 11, 2025

Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships). You will spot clean, dust, polish, sweep, mop floors, clean…

MTA – Cybersecurity Event Analyst

Company: McKesson

Location: Irving, TX

Posted Oct 11, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Security, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, Information Systems, or a related technical field, or…

Technical Risk Assurance Analyst, Specialist

Company: Vanguard

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Oct 11, 2025

Lead technical support for assessments of assets, risks, and the implementation of appropriate data security procedures and products.

Retail Customer Service Associate

Company: FedEx Office

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 11, 2025

FedEx Office will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of…

EVS Floor Tech

Company: Methodist Hospital

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Oct 11, 2025

Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships). You will spot clean, dust, polish, sweep, mop floors, clean…

CDL Class A Driver -- Local (Field Service Technician)

Company: Liquid Environmental Solutions

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 10, 2025

During the execution of services, our FST’s are responsible for complying with all DOT, state regulations, and company safety and compliance policies.

Security Officer Govenement Facility

Company: Allied Universal

Location: Grand Prairie, TX

Posted Oct 10, 2025

Greet guests and employees and escorts visitors and contractors to secure entry and exit points. As a Cleared Security Officer, you'll receive specialized…

AI/ML Engineer - Reinforcement Learning (RL)

Company: Cognitive Space

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Oct 11, 2025

Bachelor’s, Master’s degree, or Ph.D. in a relevant field: Statistics, Applied Mathematics, Operations Research, Computational Physics, Computer Science,…

Cybersecurity Analyst III

Company: Texas Department of Family and Protective Services

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Oct 11, 2025

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university focusing on cybersecurity, information technology, computer science, or a related field.

Unarmed Security Officer University Park

Company: ACT Security Group

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Oct 10, 2025

Company paid guard license renewal fees after one year of employment. Guard licensing application & training assistance. Ability to patrol on foot.

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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