Transportation Security Officers Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Security Officer - Weekly Pay

Company: Securitas

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Mar 24, 2025

They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Paid time away from work.

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Senior Frontend Software Engineer, Commercial Software & Services

Company: General Motors

Location: Mountain View, CA

Posted Mar 24, 2025

Extensive experience in architecture and design (architecture, design patterns, reliability and scaling) of new and existing systems.

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Weekend Grave or Day Shift Security Officer

Company: Securitas

Location: Cupertino, CA

Posted Mar 24, 2025

They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Paid time away from work.

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Walk-In Wednesday - On The Spot Interviews

Company: Securitas

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Mar 24, 2025

They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Paid time away from work.

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Hotel Business Travel Manager

Company: Delta Hotels by Marriott Santa Clara Silicon Valley

Location: Santa Clara, CA

Posted Mar 22, 2025

Actively solicit new and existing business travel accounts through prospecting, outside sales calls, presentations, and site inspections to meet or exceed…

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Project Manager

Company: Solventum

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Mar 21, 2025

This role requires a keen ability to collaborate with the project team to translate complex user needs and business and technical requirements into actionable…

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full time

Surgical Technologist I

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Diego, California

Posted Mar 23, 2025

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Sr. HVAC Controls Service Technician

Company: Trane Technologies

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Mar 22, 2025

Must possess a valid driver’s license for a minimum of 12 months, with no major or frequent traffic violations including, but not limited to:

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Access Control Security Officer

Company: Securitas

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Mar 24, 2025

They preserve order while enforcing regulations and directives for a client site pertaining to personnel, visitors, and the area. Paid time away from work.

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full time

Surgical Technologist II

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Marcos, California

Posted Mar 23, 2025

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hospital

Respiratory Care Practitioner I Registered

Company: Kaiser Permanente

Location: San Leandro, California

Posted Mar 23, 2025

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Flex Security Guard - Open Availability Required

Company: Securitas

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Mar 24, 2025

All you need is a valid driver’s license and clean driving history, to be a great fit for this role! They preserve order while enforcing regulations and…

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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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