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HAL - Executive Chef

Company: Holland America Line

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jul 29, 2025

Follows all HACCP procedures as set by the company and sets training accordingly for all galley personnel and ensures that all galley personnel can answer all…

SECURITY OFFICER

Company: WATCH GUARD 24/7 LLC

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Jul 30, 2025

Working along side of maintenance to help satisy any tenant complaints. Communicating effectively with other members of the security team and ensuring the work…

Corporate Security Officer - Manhattan NY

Company: Silverseal

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jul 29, 2025

Knowledge of operating walkie-talkie, two-way radio transceivers, and answering service calls for assistance. Work in various environments such as cold weather,…

Associate Data Science Analyst/Engineer

Company: NYU Langone Health

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jul 29, 2025

PhD degree in a quantitative field (Biomedical Informatics, Computer Science, Machine Learning, Applied Statistics, Mathematics or similar field) + 2 years…

Software Engineer, Research

Company: Google

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jul 29, 2025

We're looking for engineers who bring fresh ideas from all areas, including information retrieval, distributed computing, large-scale system design, networking…

Security Guard at Dispensary

Company: Matawana

Location: Brooklyn, NY

Posted Jul 29, 2025

The ideal candidate will help enforce dispensary policies, monitor premises, and assist with entry protocols in accordance with New York State cannabis…

Security Officer

Company: GSG Protective Services

Location: Culver City, CA

Posted Jul 29, 2025

Making customer service is a top priority – be pleasant and courteous while greeting all staff, production, and visitors. Customer service experience: 1 year.

Security Guard

Company: El Dorado of Sun City Condominiums

Location: Sun City, AZ

Posted Jul 29, 2025

Answers and transfers all incoming telephone calls, taking accurate messages as appropriate and/or forwarding calls to employee voicemail.

Specialist Construction Labor Relations and Comp

Company: Con Edison Company of New York

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jul 29, 2025

Excellent oral and written communication skills, the ability to effectively interact with internal and external customers, contractors, local, and state…

Sr. Data Analyst

Company: GoodRx

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jul 29, 2025

Build and maintain interactive dashboards using BI tools such as Looker or Tableau to present insights to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Construction Welder

Company: Crosscity Construction Corp

Location: New York, NY

Posted Jul 29, 2025

OSHA Construction 30hr Certificate required. FDNY CoF G60 certificate required. Must be fluent in English or Español.

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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