Transportation Security Officers Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Service Technician/Machinist

Company: Goulds Pumps IPG LLC

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 01, 2025

Building on centuries of pump design experience, PRO Services provides an array of services focuses on reducing equipment total cost of ownership and increasing…

Regional CDL-A Truck Driver

Company: Bulk Transport Company

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 01, 2025

Minimum of 24 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience or 6 months recent Liquid experience. $0.03/mile utilization bonus for all miles driven over 1,600…

Regional CDL A Truck Driver

Company: Zeller Transportation

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 01, 2025

Let us help fuel your career growth as a Regional CDL-A truck driver with Zeller! Right now, we have regional truck driver opportunities open with high earning…

Data Analytics Scientist

Company: CF Industries

Location: Northbrook, IL

Posted Aug 01, 2025

Collaborate with the IT Audit and Data Analytics Director, Lead Data Analytics Scientist, and Audit Managers to understand the in-scope business risks and…

Regional CDL-A Truck Driver

Company: Bulk Transport Company

Location: Cicero, IL

Posted Aug 01, 2025

Minimum of 24 months of verifiable tractor-trailer experience or 6 months recent Liquid experience. $0.03/mile utilization bonus for all miles driven over 1,600…

Flex Officer - Multiple Shifts/Multiple Sites

Company: DSI Security Services

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

A valid driver's license is required. You must be able to perform routine foot patrols, moderate lifting, and work in all-weather elements.

Part Time Custodian

Company: ServiceMaster Commercial Cleaning Solutions

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

Reliable Transportation and a valid Driver’s License. Clean all common space areas including kitchen, lobby and break rooms to ServiceMaster specifications.

Sous Chef

Company: Hornblower

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 01, 2025

Additionally, as a federal, state, and local contractor, Hornblower complies with government regulations, including affirmative action responsibilities for…

Accountant I

Company: The Salvation Army

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Aug 01, 2025

Enter daily credit card payments, Corp giving and offsetting entry of total daily sales to accounting system. _The Accounting Clerk is responsible for providing…

Data Analyst Supporting the FBI

Company: FSA Federal

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

FSA’s employment practices are based on an individual’s capabilities and qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including transgender…

Senior Graphic Designer

Company: JLL

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

Apply professional graphic design principles and develop innovative ideas to support business development. Provide design advice and guidance to deal teams;…

Custodian

Company: Facilities Performance Group, LLC

Location: Franklin Park, IL

Posted Jul 31, 2025

Adheres to established procedures to provide a safe working environment including complying with OSHA, state/local, federal, and company regulations.

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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