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Director, Software Development (Endpoint)

Company: Forcepoint

Location: Campbell, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Director, Consult Partner--Security, Healthcare / Government

Company: Kyndryl

Location: Reedley, CA / Remote

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Director, Account Management

Company: Mastercard

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Pharmacy Technician

Company: CVS Health

Location: Long Beach, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Pharmacy Technician

Company: CVS Health

Location: Cameron Park, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Senior Product Security Engineer | Testing Team

Company: ServiceNow

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Sr. Forensic Malware Analyst

Company: BRS

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Feb 08, 2025

Generate forensic reports and synopses presenting complex technical processes and findings clearly and concisely to technical and non‐technical.

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Station Manager

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Location: Lafayette, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Payments Sales Manager - Consumer, Retail & Business Services - Vice President

Company: JPMorgan Chase

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Territory Sales Representative

Company:

Location: Redding, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Truck Driver - Local Class A

Company: Penske Motor Group

Location: Lake Tahoe, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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Security Posture Management - Security Engineer

Company: Meta

Location: Menlo Park, CA

Posted Feb 08, 2025

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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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