Transportation Security Officers Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Area Manager, Wet Mill

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Location: Springfield, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

Area Manager, Wet Mill

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Location: Paris, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

Site Safety Manager

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Location: Peoria, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

Senior Business Manager - Integrated Energy Systems

Company: UL Solutions

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

The text describes a Business Manager role for Integrated Energy Systems in UL's fastest-growing team. The role is hybrid, requiring 3 days a week in Northbrook IL or Melville NY. Responsibilities include developing and implementing commercial and operational strategies, managing P&L activities and budget, ensuring financial targets are met, and driving initiatives for new business opportunities. The role also involves managing costs, reporting, forecasting, and workflow overviews. The ideal candidate should have a university degree in Engineering, Business, or a similar field, with 10+ years in the Energy Systems sector and 5+ years of leadership experience. The role offers a competitive salary, annual bonus, health benefits, wellness benefits, and retirement savings. UL Solutions is a global leader in applied safety science, working at the center of safety and sustainability, with projects in electrical infrastructure, renewable energy, and electrified transportation.

Area Manager, Wet Mill

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Location: Bloomington, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

Area Manager, Wet Mill

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Location: Springfield, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

Sr. Manager, Application Security (Perm -Hybrid at our Chicago HQ near O'Hare Airport)

Company: Alliant Credit Union

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

The Sr Manager Application Security is responsible for developing secure development practices, leading the Secure DevOps application security program, and owning SAST/DAST tools. They will act as an SME in securing web and mobile applications, determine security requirements, and collaborate with corporate security governance. The role involves leading security-related projects, coaching staff, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Business, Computer Science, or a related field, and at least 7 years of application security experience, including 3 years of people management. Certification in GCIH, GPEN, OSCP, GREM, CISSP, CISA, or CISM is preferred. The compensation range is $148,800 - $215,800 annually, with additional benefits including health care, 401k, work from home options, and education reimbursement.

Area Manager, Wet Mill

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Location: Atlanta, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

Fraud Investigator (Perm - Hybrid at our Chicago HQ near O'Hare Airport)

Company: Alliant Credit Union

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

This role involves investigating suspicious and unlawful activities directed at the credit union membership, identifying fraudulent activity, and pursuing collection of accounts causing credit union loss. Responsibilities include conducting investigations, analyzing financial statements, utilizing case management systems, assisting with complex accounts, processing victim fraud claims, supporting call center and members, and staying current with compliance-related issues. The job requires a Bachelor's Degree in Business Finance or related field and at least 3 years of fraud investigation experience. The compensation range is $58,800 to $83,050 annually, with additional benefits including health care, vision, dental, 401k with employer match, work from home options, paid parental leave, employee discount programs, time off, 11 paid holidays, and education reimbursement.

Site Safety Manager

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Location: Atlanta, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

Area Manager, Wet Mill

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Location: Springfield, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

2025 Summer Intern: Functional Safety/Autonomy Safety/Cyber Security Engineering Intern

Company: UL Solutions

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 30, 2025

UL is seeking a Functional Safety, Autonomy Safety, and Cyber Security Engineering Intern in Northbrook, Illinois. The intern will work with the Identity Management and Security team to ensure the safety and security of products and systems. The role involves testing, validating, verifying, and certifying functional safety and cybersecurity. The ideal candidate is a rising senior pursuing a degree in Electrical Engineering, Robotics, Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Management Information Systems, or a related field. The internship offers a competitive hourly rate, potential sign-on bonus, and opportunities for learning and development.

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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