TSA Screener Salary Information

A TSA screener’s salary when entering his or her new career in an entry level position averages between $23,400-35,000 annually. Most screening managers average between $44,000-68,000 annually. Candidates completing associate’s programs in homeland security or criminal justice will enjoy an advantage over other applicants while seeking management or other high ranking jobs.

Regardless of your desired position, whether it is in management or working as a federal air marshal, completing degrees in homeland security, law enforcement, or criminal justice will increase your opportunities.

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Launch or advance your criminal justice career by earning your degree in one of the following criminal justice specialties: Corrections Crime Scene Investigation Criminal Justice Criminology Forensics Homeland Security Investigations Justice Administration Juvenille Justice Law Enforcement Psychology

Homeland Security Agent
Homeland Security agents have jobs of vast responsibility. They are primarily responsible for ensuring the safety of our nation and security our country's borders.

Salary: $38k - $60k+
Education: Bachelor's Degree
Job Outlook: Excellent

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