Senior Transportation Security Lead — Airport Ops

TSA Careers Center; Dryden (VA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 47,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits (federal)

Paid leave and federal holidays

Thrift Savings Plan (retirement)

Flexible spending accounts

Career development opportunities

Tuition support (where applicable)

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration in Dryden, VA seeks an STSO capable of supervising officers and coordinating screening operations at a busy airport environment.

You will oversee passenger and baggage screening, assign workloads, and lead a team through routine and security incidents while maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency. A strong leader with solid judgment is essential for this role.

Qualifications

• At least one year of specialized experience supervising transportation-security operations.
• At least six months of experience as a work leader, team leader, or supervisor.
• Careful review of the eligibility section of the active vacancy announcement.

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 rotations and coverage.
• Make security-based decisions using TSA procedures and judgment.
• Review performance and provide coaching and feedback.
• Approve leave and address routine workplace concerns.
• Respond to security incidents, disruptions, and emergencies.
• Prepare operational briefings, logs, and management communications.
• Coordinate with airport stakeholders and TSA leadership when required.
• Recommend improvements to screening procedures and staffing plans.

Skills

Supervision

Leadership

Communication

Decision making

Operations coordination

Job description

Transportation Security Administration in Dryden, VA seeks an STSO capable of supervising officers and coordinating screening operations at a busy airport environment.

You will oversee passenger and baggage screening, assign workloads, and lead a team through routine and security incidents while maintaining high standards of safety and efficiency. A strong leader with solid judgment is essential for this role.