Transportation Security Officers Jobs in San Francisco, CA

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Janitor/Maintenance

Company: CROSS

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Familiarity with cleaning supplies, basic hand tools, and safety procedures. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, adaptable, and takes initiative to ensure…

Staff OTA Systems Engineer

Company: Rivian and VW Group Technology

Location: Palo Alto, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Collaborate with stakeholders to intake system and user needs into user stories to drive the engineering development process for new features.

Software Engineer, Safari Extensions

Company: Apple

Location: San Diego, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

You’ll implement new APIs and tools and improve the architecture, security, and privacy of existing ones. The team builds on the industry-leading WebKit engine…

Security Officer - Seasonal Events

Company: GardaWorld Security Services U.S.

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

You have valid CA. driver license and clean driving record. You have a state security license and additional 32hr. 6 months security experience preferred.

Systems Engineer

Company: Robert Half

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

This position offers the opportunity to design and implement solutions across cloud, networking, and security while maintaining strong client relationships.

Sr. Director News & Media Strategy (Higher Education Experience)

Company: Kaeppel Consulting

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in journalism, public relations, or related field. Familiarity with web editing tools to update the news site…

Security Shift Supervisor - Swing shift

Company: GardaWorld Security Services U.S.

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Must have active driver's license and clean driving record. Must have active driver's license and clean driving record. Uniform provided at no cost.

Auxiliary Security Officer

Company: Marksman Security

Location: Culver City, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Provide excellent customer service which could include giving directions, opening doors and greeting employees, visitors and contractors in a proper manner.

Security Guard - Events Coverage

Company: GardaWorld Security Services U.S.

Location: San Jose, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

You have valid CA. driver license and clean driving record. You have a state security license and additional 32hr. 6 months security experience preferred.

Security Guard - Armed Institution Patrol

Company: Allied Universal

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 22, 2025

A valid driver's license will be required for driving positions only. As a condition of employment, applicants will be subject to a background investigation in…

Activity Based Driver

Company: HEB

Location: San Antonio, TX

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Enter requested information found on your driver's license. 2 years and 100,000 miles of driving experience. Proficiency in DOT, local, state, and federal laws…

Network Enterprise Architect-Onsite- NO C2C

Company: The Norland Group

Location: Downey, CA

Posted Aug 22, 2025

Three (3) years of experience within the last five (5) years in architecting and managing cloud environments across multiple platforms (AWS, Azure, Oracle Cloud…

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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