Transportation Security Inspector - Cyber

Transportation Security Administration; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 107,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Retirement plan

Flexible spending account

Paid federal holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Uniform allowance

Telework options

Job summary

Transportation Security Administration is seeking a Cyber-focused Transportation Security Inspector to support investigations, lead cyber-related assessments, and coordinate cybersecurity initiatives across pipeline and rail sectors.

The role involves using CSET, providing technical guidance, and collaborating with DHS and other agencies to manage cybersecurity risks in surface transportation infrastructure.

Qualifications

• Strong cybersecurity knowledge and analytical skills.
• Experience supporting regulatory and investigative activities.
• Ability to train and educate others on cybersecurity resources.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise and support for investigations related to security threats.
• Lead security assessments and identify unusual trends and potential issues.
• Perform cybersecurity assessments using the Cyber Security Evaluation Tool (CSET).
• Prepare written reports documenting regulatory and oversight activities.
• Collaborate with federal agencies, private sector, and stakeholders to manage cybersecurity risks.

Skills

Cybersecurity knowledge

Regulatory understanding

Technical writing

Tools

CSET

Job description

Transportation Security Inspector - Cyber

• Hiring Agency: Transportation Security Administration
• Department: Department of Homeland Security

Securing Travel, Protecting People - At the Transportation Security Administration, you will serve in a high-stakes environment to safeguard the American way of life. In cities across the country, you would secure airports, seaports, railroads, highways, and/or public transit systems, thus protecting America's transportation infrastructure and ensuring freedom of movement for people and commerce.

Key Responsibilities

This Transportation Security Inspector - Cyber position is located at Security Operations, Surface Operations, Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to: Provides technical expertise and support for criminal investigations related to alleged or suspected security threats and violation(s).

Leads security assessments to identify unusual trends or actions that have the potential for developing into major security/safety problem(s) or violation(s). Performs comprehensive cybersecurity assessments utilizing the Cyber Security Evaluation Tool (CSET). Provides relevant training and education on utilizing this resource.

Conducts inquiries and/or investigates surface transportation and pipeline security incidents, threats, violations or potential violations and other incidents as defined by the National Incident Management Systems (NIMS), or as directed by the respective Headquarters Directorate or appropriate authority. Prepares written reports to document regulatory and structured oversight (assessment) activities.

Serves as an expert advisor/point of contact for surface transportation operations. Provides technical support for regulatory activities and monitors outreach programs within the pipeline, freight and passenger rail sectors.

Develops or coordinates surface transportation security initiatives across the nation's pipeline transportation system that focus on cybersecurity training, community outreach, security planning, intelligence and information sharing, security exercises, and operational detection and deterrence.

Collaborates with other federal departments/agencies, the private sector, and other stakeholders to ensure that pipeline and freight and passenger rail cybersecurity risks are effectively managed, critical networks are protected, vulnerabilities are mitigated, cybersecurity threats are reduced and countered, and incidents are responded to in a timely and effective way. Plans, coordinates, and conducts all activities necessary for stakeholder engagement.

Leads supporting efforts in the implementation of pipeline and rail cyber measures that protect information technology and operational technology systems, including industry controls systems and other critical assets by safeguarding their confidentiality, integrity, and availability.

Based on direction provided by Supervisory Transportation Security Inspector (STSI), Regional Operations Director (ROD) and or Regional Security Director (RSD), inputs data pertinent to incidents, inspections, investigations, assessments, training, exercises and outreaches into approved databases. Leads and/or participates in surface transportation related assessments to ensure the integrity of the applicable surface transportation security systems.

Inspects and validates security processes, procedures, systems and equipment in connection with compliance inspections and vulnerability assessments. Conducts assessments to evaluate and analyze security posture and compliance.

DHS offers competitive salaries and an attractive benefits package, including: health, dental, vision, life, and long-term care insurance; retirement plan; Thrift Savings Plan [similar to a 401(k)]; Flexible Spending Account; Employee Assistance Program; personal leave days; and paid federal holidays.

Other benefits may include flexible work schedules; situational telework may be permitted in accordance with departmental policy telework; tuition reimbursement; transportation subsidies; uniform allowance; health and wellness programs; and fitness centers. DHS is committed to employee development and offers a variety of employee training and developmental opportunities.

For more information, go to the DHS Careers website and select "Benefits." Disabled veteran leave will be available to any Federal employee hired on or after November 5, 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30 percent or more.

Employees who transfer to TSA from an agency that allows employees to maintain an annual leave balance higher than the maximum accumulation for the appointed position will have their leave ceiling set to the maximum accumulation for the appointed position (e.g., United States duty location - 240 hours, foreign duty location - 360 hours, or TSES position - 720 hours). TSA will not make a monetary payment for any leave forfeited under these circumstances.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Transportation Security Administration, Department of homeland Security.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $107446 – $139684/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-12.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.