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Construction Security Guards Needed

Company: Khalil's Security & Consultants Inc.

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Aug 10, 2025

Use flashlights, two-way radios, whistles, reflective security vests, pagers, and cell phones. Control all vehicles and visitors to the construction site.

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Physician Assistant, Clinical Instructor, Internal Medicine, Rheumatology (165838)

Company: Stony Brook University SUNY

Location: Stony Brook, New York

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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Cyber Risk Management Analyst

Company: Flagstar Bank

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Provide independent, proactive oversight and challenge of Cyber risk management at the Bank through execution of risk framework elements including RCSA, control…

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Security Guard/ Bouncers needed asap start today nyc

Company: Scr Associates Inc

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Must have a NY State security guard license. You must arrive wearing a BLACK SUIT, WHITE SHIRT, BLACK TIE AND BLACK DRESS SHOES and bring your valid Security…

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Substance Use Disorder Counselor - NMCD

Company: Wexford Health Sources

Location: Los Lunas, New Mexico

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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Physician, Obesity Medicine and Clinical Nutrition, Summit NJ

Company: Atlantic Health System

Location: Summit, New Jersey

Posted Aug 10, 2025

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Security Guards/Bouncers/Doormen full/part time brooklyn/mahattan

Company: Scr Associates Inc

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Must have a NY State security guard license. You must arrive wearing a BLACK SUIT, WHITE SHIRT, BLACK TIE AND BLACK DRESS SHOES and bring your valid Security…

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Shade Installer

Company: Audio Command Systems

Location: Westbury, NY

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation to job sites. Document installation progress, field conditions, and final sign-off.

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Executive Protection Specialist / Driver

Company: Society Staffing

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Valid U.S. work authorization and driver’s license. Minimum 2-3 years of professional driving experience, ideally for private families or high-profile…

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Rheumatologist

Company: Hackensack Meridian Health

Location: Edison, New Jersey

Posted Aug 11, 2025

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Security Guards Bouncers Doormen full part time brooklyn mahattan

Company: Scr Associates Inc

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Must have a NY State security guard license. You must arrive wearing a BLACK SUIT, WHITE SHIRT, BLACK TIE AND BLACK DRESS SHOES and bring your valid Security…

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Technology Risk Management Analyst

Company: Flagstar Bank

Location: New York, NY

Posted Aug 11, 2025

Provide independent, proactive oversight and challenge of IT risk management at the Bank through execution of risk framework elements including RCSA, control…

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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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