Transportation Security Officers Jobs in Chicago, IL

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Senior Applied AI Engineer

Company: The Hartford

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Building and managing a world-class high-performance platform engineering team, fostering innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence.

Unarmed Security Officer #247

Company: Stark Security Inc

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Make guests aware of rules that must be adhered to. Occasional – reaching, stooping, climbing, balancing, driving, bending, twisting, handling paperwork.

Insider Threat Intelligence Analyst

Company: Northern Trust Corp.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 15, 2025

Understanding of Supply-Chain risks, particularly vendors and technology attributed to nation-state intelligence activities.

Registered Nurse (RN) - Hospice

Company: Suncrest Hospice

Location: Oak Park, IL

Posted Jul 15, 2025

Must be willing to drive with reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance, to be able to travel across the service area.

Construction General Laborer II

Company: ALFF CONSTRUCTION LLC

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation. Operate hand tools and power tools safely and correctly. OSHA 10 or OSHA 30 certification.

Insider Threat Hunt Analyst

Company: Northern Trust Corp.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Strong technical background in log analysis, data correlation, and behavioral analytics. Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Security, or related…

Manager, Loyalty Partnerships

Company: paypal

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 14, 2025

Engage closely with product, engineering, and architecture teams to drive the architectural runway and determine the best technical implementation/design.

Driver - Home Daily

Company: Roehl Transport, Inc.

Location: Chicago, IL

Posted Jul 15, 2025

As a dry van truck driver in this driving job, you'll haul freight within a 250-mile radius of our Chicago area terminal.

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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