Airport Security Operations Lead — TSO Supervisor

TSA Careers Center; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Stamford, NY, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead security screening operations and manage staff across checkpoints and related activities.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Eligible candidates should have experience supervising security teams and coordinating shift coverage.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• Experience as a Transportation Security Officer or Lead Transportation Security Officer preferred.
• Ability to lead, distribute workloads, and train staff.

Responsibilities

• Supervise Transportation Security Officers and Lead Transportation Security Officers.
• Oversee passenger, carry-on baggage, checked baggage, or cargo-screening operations.
• Assign work, establish priorities, and coordinate employee rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and operational information.
• Provide coaching, instruction, and developmental feedback to staff.
• Approve leave and address routine employee or workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, checkpoint disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, checkpoint logs, and incident reports.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders, law-enforcement, and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures, staffing plans, and airport operations.

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Stamford, NY, seeks a Supervisory Transportation Security Officer to lead security screening operations and manage staff across checkpoints and related activities.

The role requires strong judgment, clear communication, and the ability to lead during routine operations and fast-moving security situations. Eligible candidates should have experience supervising security teams and coordinating shift coverage.