Transportation Security Officers Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Company: Equity Lifestyle Properties

Location: Paicines, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

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Principal Software Engineer - Ad Platform

Company: Disney Entertainment and ESPN Product & Technology

Location: Glendale, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

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Distribution Journeyman Lineman - Compton

Company: Southern California Edison (SCE)

Location: Compton, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

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Senior Principal Electronics Engineer - Mission Systems Onsite Integration Lead

Company: Northrop Grumman

Location: Rosamond, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

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Recreation Guide III - Zephyr Cove Resort

Company: Aramark

Location: Lake Tahoe, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

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Edge Compute Machine Learning Engineer

Company: Planet

Location: San Francisco, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

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Distribution Center Supervisor

Company: The TJX Companies, Inc.

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Feb 07, 2025

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Business Development Manager - Security Services

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Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

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Data Engineer, Video Platform - USDS

Company: TikTok

Location: Mountain View, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

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Program Manager, People Data Review

Company: Meta

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

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Global Operations Associate

Company: Flexport

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Feb 07, 2025

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Dishwasher

Company: Aramark

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Feb 07, 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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