Transportation Security Officers Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Software Development Engineer

Company: Adobe

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Aug 06, 2025

A Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, web design, or a related field. Proficient in visual and web design analysis and application,…

Customer Experience Assistant, Sales

Company: Brilliant Earth

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Proactively respond to online customer inquiries and provide sales assistance through live chats, and phone calls while focusing on a luxury customer experience…

Claims Analyst

Company: VIA Metropolitan Transit

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 07, 2025

Must have a good driving record, a valid driver's license, and have access to private transportation. Adjuster’s license is required.

Customer Service Dispatch Center Representative

Company: UC San Diego

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 07, 2025

Excellent interpersonal skills including tact, confidentiality, diplomacy, and flexibility; excellent telephone manner in handling a variety of calls.

Jewelry Sales Associate

Company: Brilliant Earth

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Posted Aug 06, 2025

Manage a high volume of incoming sales leads via email, live chat, and phones to attain individual revenue targets, providing a luxury customer experience…

Maintenance Mechanic/Electrician

Company: Aerotek

Location: Long Beach, CA

Posted Aug 07, 2025

This role involves performing electrical and mechanical troubleshooting, reading schematics and blueprints and troubleshooting and repairing hydraulic/pneumatic…

Marketing Operations Manager

Company: PayPal

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Aug 07, 2025

We enable consumers to exchange funds more safely with merchants using a variety of funding sources, which may include a bank account, a PayPal or Venmo account…

Principal Platform Engineer, Infrastructure & Tooling for Services, Data, and GenAI

Company: Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology

Location: Glendale, CA

Posted Aug 07, 2025

Masters Degree in Computer Science, MBA, or a related field; and/or related certification/s. Partner with engineering leads from Ads Data and Application teams…

AI Security Engineer, Manager

Company: Deloitte

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 07, 2025

The team consults and executes on a wide range of initiatives involving process and tool development and implementation including training development,…

Electrician Journeyman - 90386651 - Los Angeles, Ca

Company: Amtrak

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Aug 07, 2025

Experience in electrical repairs, and testing advanced electrical/electronic systems and reading, drafting, and interpreting circuit diagrams, schematics, and…

Senior Cloud Software Engineer

Company: Abbott Laboratories

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 07, 2025

Works independently to specify, plan, design, develop, test and support software components as assigned. The Sr. Software Engineer applies an interdisciplinary,…

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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