Transportation Security Officers Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Electrician / Journeyman

Company: JMEG

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Work will consist of installations, alterations, additions and/or repairs of electrical systems, conductors, and associated materials and equipment within the…

Plumber, LA Memorial Coliseum (6 Month Fixed-Term)

Company: USC

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Installs, repairs, and maintains plumbing system and equipment utilizing a variety of plumbing tools and equipment. Responds to on-call emergencies.

Loss Prevention Tactical Customer Service Associate

Company: TJ Maxx

Location: Hawthorne, CA

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Benefits include: Associate discount; EAP; smoking cessation; bereavement; 401(k) Associate contributions; child care & cell phone discounts; pet & legal…

Senior Cyber Analyst (R3665)

Company: SHIELD AI

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Relevant certification, education, or military experience in cybersecurity operations or analysis. Ideal candidates have a strong technical background in…

PLUMBER I

Company: CA Science Center

Location: Los Angeles County, CA

Posted Jul 16, 2025

The incumbent troubleshoots plumbing systems; installs and repairs pumps; maintains the plumbers shop; makes rough sketches and estimates labor and materials…

Staff Machine Learning Engineer - Generative AI

Company: Qualcomm

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, or related technical field. Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Electrical…

Program Manager

Company: Amerit Fleet Solutions

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or related field (advanced degree preferred). Full benefits within 30 days.

ELECTRICIAN I

Company: CA Science Center

Location: Los Angeles County, CA

Posted Jul 16, 2025

The incumbent is responsible for maintaining the electrical shop safe and organized; advising in the selection and storage of electrical equipment, consulting…

Staff GRC Analyst (R3666)

Company: SHIELD AI

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jul 16, 2025

The analyst will develop and maintain customer-facing collateral, including standardized RFI/RFP responses and security whitepapers.

Computer System Security Analyst, COMSEC Analyst

Company: Lockheed Martin

Location: Sunnyvale, CA

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Knowledge of cleared contractor operations: computer, physical, technical and personnel security requirements. DoD 8570, IAT Level II certification (Security+).

PROGRAM MANAGER III, HEALTH SERVICES

Company: County of Los Angeles

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jul 16, 2025

Maintains liaison with various agencies and or organizations including County departments, local, state and federal agencies, community agencies, and other…

DATA SCIENTIST / EMERGENCY APPOINTMENT HOMELESSNESS

Company: Los Angeles County Department of Human Resources

Location: Los Angeles County, CA

Posted Jul 16, 2025

OPTION II: A Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college in a field of applied research such as Data Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Statistics,…

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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