Transportation Security Officers Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Jewelry Sales Consultant

Company: Brilliant Earth

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 27, 2025

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Cyber Intelligence Analyst (TS/SCI with Poly Required)

Company: Deloitte

Location: Springfield, IL

Posted Jan 27, 2025

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Staff Pharmacist FT

Company: CVS Health

Location: Ottawa, IL

Posted Jan 27, 2025

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Cook at Glenbrook Hospital - Endeavor Health

Company: Aramark

Location: Northbrook, IL

Posted Jan 27, 2025

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(USA) Member Specialist

Company: Walmart

Location: Aurora, IL

Posted Jan 27, 2025

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Application Engineer (AbInitio)

Company: Discover

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 26, 2025

Discover is offering a job opportunity for an Engineer to join the Business Technology Finance Corporate Services Team. The role involves providing technical design and development leadership for applications that build ETL pipelines for transforming, aggregating, and loading financial data into warehouses for downstream reporting. The successful candidate will be involved in developing AbInitio ETL ExtractTransformLead applications, developing and maintaining data-driven solutions, and ensuring proper data governance policies are followed. The role requires excellent communication skills, the ability to understand business vision and translate it into technical artifacts, and oversight on design and implementation of products. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Informatics, Information Security, Information Technology, or a related field, and 3+ years of Information Technology Software Engineering or related experience. Knowledge of Amazon Web Services, Data Warehouse technology, and query languages for relational databases is a plus. Discover offers a competitive total compensation package, including benefits such as Paid Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, 401k Plan, Medical Dental Vision and Health Savings Account, STD Life LTD and AD&D, Recognition Program, Education Assistance, Commuter Benefits, Family Support Programs, and Employee Stock Purchase Plan.

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Cook

Company: Aramark

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 27, 2025

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District Support Pharmacist FT

Company: CVS Health

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 27, 2025

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Regional Account Manager Biologics - Chicago, IL

Company: UnitedHealth Group

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 27, 2025

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Financial Solutions Advisor Registration Candidate-Consumer Investments-Arlington Heights-Surrey Ridge Center, IL

Company: Bank of America

Location: Arlington Heights, IL

Posted Jan 27, 2025

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Environmental Services EVS Worker at Glenbrook Hospital - Endeavor Health

Company: Aramark

Location: Northbrook, IL

Posted Jan 27, 2025

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Senior Manager, Mechanical Engineering - Locomotives

Company: CN

Location: Homewood, IL

Posted Jan 27, 2025

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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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