Transportation Security Officers Jobs in Austin, TX

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Pro Sales Associate - SE Austin

Company: Behr Paint Company

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

When an outside rep sends a contractor to you for paint, you will roll out the red carpet by collaborating with them to get exactly the right products for their…

Unarmed Security Officer

Company: Good Guard Security Inc.

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

 Valid security officer certification or license (if required by local regulation).  Monitor and patrol all areas of the facility, ensuring the safety of…

Environmental Services Representative

Company: Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital

Location: Cypress, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

This position performs a variety of general cleaning tasks in assigned areas to provide a safe and attractive environment for patients, guests, and staff in…

Sr SRE / DevOps Engineer

Company: Technology Navigators

Location: Cedar Park, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Implement and maintain observability tools such as Datadog, Dynatrace, or PagerDuty. Proven success operating in complex, fast-evolving environments with…

Licensed Pharmacist - Dallas

Company: SPECIALTY RX OF CENTRAL TEXAS LLC

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Maintain customers’ database to include medical history, clinical, laboratory data, etc. Maintain proper security conditions for medications.

Accountant

Company: Kina'ole Foundation

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Provides information by answering questions and requests. High school diploma or the equivalent and extensive knowledge of the accounting field.

Apprentice Plumber

Company: QLM

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Learn to interpret blueprints, schematics, and technical diagrams. Keep work areas clean and organized.

PLUMBER

Company: QLM

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Valid Journeyman Plumber license if applicable. Ensure compliance with local, state, and national plumbing…

Sr Specialist TIS GitHub

Company: Enbridge

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Include but are not limited to: Ability to: understand, remember and apply oral and/or written instructions or other information, understand complex problems…

Security Officer - Part-Time, Rotating Shifts

Company: Texas Health Resources

Location: Dallas, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Associate's Degree Business Administration, Criminal Justice, Law Enforcement, Security or closely related field preferred. Uniforms and Duty Gear is provided.

Customer Support Representative (Hybrid)

Company: Homebase

Location: Houston, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Manage and improve initial setup workflows and self-serve configuration tools for customers. You’ll focus on onboarding, consultative support, and solution-…

Journeyman Plumber

Company: QLM

Location: Austin, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Valid Journeyman Plumber license if applicable. Ensure compliance with local, state, and national plumbing…

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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