Aviation Security Inspector: Field & Compliance Lead

Airport Security Hiring; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 36,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Transportation Security Inspector positions are part of the Transportation Security Administration under the Department of Homeland Security. The role involves conducting inspections, evaluating security programs, and coordinating with multiple agencies to strengthen aviation security.

It offers full-time employment with opportunities to work at airports and related facilities. Applicants should expect a mix of fieldwork and office review, with potential travel and irregular hours to support

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

Job description

Transportation Security Inspector positions are part of the Transportation Security Administration under the Department of Homeland Security. The role involves conducting inspections, evaluating security programs, and coordinating with multiple agencies to strengthen aviation security.

It offers full-time employment with opportunities to work at airports and related facilities. Applicants should expect a mix of fieldwork and office review, with potential travel and irregular hours to support