Transportation Security Officers Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Retail Food Service Manager

Company: Aramark

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Cybersecurity Engineer (Network)

Company: Discover

Location: Riverwoods, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Custodial Services Worker

Company: Aramark

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Branch Office Administrator

Company: Edward Jones

Location: Minooka, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Cyber Planner & Project Manager

Company: Leidos

Location: O'Fallon, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Staff Technical Specialist - Time & Pay

Company: Kraft Heinz

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Kraft Heinz is offering a Staff Technical Specialist position with a focus on developing and maintaining HR technology solutions. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, continuous assessment and optimization of HR systems, and ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements. The company provides a comprehensive total rewards package, including wellness benefits, 401k matching, and industry-leading benefits. The ideal candidate should have experience with digital HR products, Agile development teams, and understanding of DevOps and CICD processes.

Principal Technical Specialist - Talent & Development

Company: Kraft Heinz

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Kraft Heinz is offering a Principal Technical Specialist Talent & Development position with a focus on HR tech development, cross-functional collaboration, and continuous improvement. The role involves mentoring junior developers, writing and reviewing scalable codes, and ensuring HR technology systems comply with regulatory requirements. The company provides comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, vision coverage, 401k matching, and a total rewards package. The ideal candidate should have experience with digital HR products, Agile development teams, software engineering, and DevOps processes.

Application Engineer(Splunk/Machine Learning)

Company: Discover

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 26, 2025

Discover offers a bright future with meaningful work from day one. The company values individuality and encourages growth. The role involves overseeing product design and implementation, analyzing and deploying new features, mentoring junior engineers, and contributing to technology communities. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, 3+ years of experience, and a technical proficiency rating of Competent on the Dreyfus Engineering scale. The base pay ranges from $89,000 to $150,200, with additional incentives. Discover is committed to diversity and inclusion, and offers a range of benefits.

Application Engineer (Full Stack)

Company: Discover

Location: Riverwoods, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

Cook

Company: Aramark

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jan 25, 2025

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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