Aviation Security Inspector – Compliance & Assessments

Federal Security Job Resource; Belleville (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Belleville, IL, seeks a Transportation Security Inspector to perform field inspections, regulatory research, security assessments, incident responses, and detailed report writing. This role collaborates with airports, airlines, law enforcement, and other stakeholders to identify compliance gaps and strengthen aviation security.

Responsibilities include evaluating security programs, inspecting processes and records, and

Qualifications

• Specialized experience at the level stated in the official vacancy.
• Experience in regulatory inspections, compliance reviews, investigations, or security assessments.
• Interpreting and applying transportation-security laws, regulations, policies, or procedures.
• Evaluating security programs, operational controls, or corrective-action plans.
• Identifying security vulnerabilities or violations of established standards.
• Documenting inspection findings and preparing technical or investigative reports.
• Communicating regulatory requirements to regulated organizations and industry stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Conduct inspections, security assessments, and regulatory-compliance reviews.
• Evaluate airport, airline, and air-cargo security programs and procedures.
• Inspect security processes, records, systems, facilities, and equipment.
• Identify vulnerabilities, compliance concerns, and departures from required standards.
• Review documents and collect information related to inspections or investigations.
• Prepare detailed reports that explain findings, supporting evidence, and required follow-up.
• Recommend or initiate corrective and enforcement actions within assigned authority.
• Respond to security incidents, suspected violations, and emerging transportation threats.
• Coordinate with TSA personnel and federal, state, local, or airport law-enforcement agencies.

Skills

Regulatory inspections

Security assessments

Report writing

Regulatory compliance knowledge

Stakeholder communication

Job description

Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security in Belleville, IL, seeks a Transportation Security Inspector to perform field inspections, regulatory research, security assessments, incident responses, and detailed report writing. This role collaborates with airports, airlines, law enforcement, and other stakeholders to identify compliance gaps and strengthen aviation security.

Responsibilities include evaluating security programs, inspecting processes and records, and