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Assistant Head Custodian - Harris Middle School

Company: North East Independent School District

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 15, 2025

High School Diplomas and college/university degrees must be obtained from an accredited program or university approved by the United States Department of…

Information Security Analyst

Company: AppLovin

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Posted Jul 15, 2025

Previous working experience with GRC tools, proficiency in using Excel (pivot tables, formulas) with data analysis or scripting knowledge a plus.

Security Guard

Company: Hotel Valencia Santana Row

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jul 15, 2025

Our Hotel Loss Prevention Agents ensure hotel and bar guests, and staff are safe and complying with Hotel Policy to ensure a great experience for all guests.

Solutions Engineer (Remote)

Company: Careers at Drata

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Jul 15, 2025

Experience running trials and POCs and serving as the technical partner of the prospective customer throughout their evaluation.

Principal Database Architect

Company: Zoom

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jul 15, 2025

You will do this by working across teams to establish database usage and management norms and by driving improvements to automation.

Access Control Officer (TS)

Company: CenCore LLC

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 15, 2025

Conducts metal detection screening of all personnel entering and exiting secure areas at the Datacenter to prevent the infiltration/exfiltration of unauthorized…

Retail Sales Representative

Company: IGT Global Solutions

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 15, 2025

Must have a valid driver’s license. Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent, in business, marketing or related field a plus. This is a customer facing role.

Software Engineer II-

Company: Security Service Federal Credit Union

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 15, 2025

Collaborates with leadership and analysts, across multiple teams, to design, modify, and explain program changes or to provide technical support.

Senior AWS Cloud Solutions Architect

Company: Semper Valens Solutions

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Jul 15, 2025

Analysis, planning, developing requirements documents, building functional models, developing procedures, developing functional architectures, and other related…

Trim Carpenter (1099)

Company: Penmarc Inspired Spaces

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Jul 15, 2025

Bring their own tools and reliable transportation for transporting materials to job sites. Proficiency in using hand tools, power tools, reciprocating and miter…

Customer Service Representative (Bilingual)

Company: Community Choice Financial Family of Brands

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Jul 15, 2025

Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and personal vehicle to use throughout the workday (mileage compensated). Company-Sponsored Life and AD&D Insurance.

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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