Does TSA (Transportation Security Administration) pay their employees well?

According to anonymously submitted Glassdoor reviews, TSA (Transportation Security Administration) employees rate their compensation and benefits as 3.7 out of 5. Find out more about salaries and benefits at TSA (Transportation Security Administration). This rating has decreased by 3% over the last 12 months.

How satisfied are employees working at TSA (Transportation Security Administration)?

56% of TSA (Transportation Security Administration) employees would recommend working there to a friend based on Glassdoor reviews . Employees also rated TSA (Transportation Security Administration) 2.8 out of 5 for work life balance, 2.9 for culture and values and 3.4 for career opportunities.

What are the top reviewed jobs at TSA (Transportation Security Administration)?

TSO (Transportation Security Officer) (784) , Transportation Security Officer (294) , Tso (247) , TSA OFFICER (111) , Security Officer (102) , Lead Transportation Security Officer (78) , TSO Officer (62) , LTSO (52) , Officer (45) , Supervisory Transportation Security Officer (44) , Supervisor (30) , Screener (23) , Administrative Assistant (21) , Program Analyst (14) , Lead Officer (13)

What are the pros of working at TSA (Transportation Security Administration) according to real employee reviews?

"Good benefits and good for stepping up into gov work" ((in 479 reviews)); "If you have no life and are willing to work constantly then I would say the pay is good." ((in 310 reviews)); "There are some great people that work there and the experiences you get from the federal government." ((in 88 reviews)); "Some good coworkers as long as you are friendly and communicate with others" ((in 64 reviews)); "TSA offered great job security" ((in 44 reviews))

What are the cons of working at TSA (Transportation Security Administration) according to real employee reviews?

"Poor management and work hours" ((in 340 reviews)); "Supervisors and managers show much favoritism which makes it difficult to achieve good bonus ratings." ((in 71 reviews)); "Poor management and leadership." ((in 60 reviews)); "They wonder why the morale is low and people are leaving." ((in 59 reviews)); "Many supervisors have power trips and think they are military." ((in 57 reviews))

What are employees saying about TSA (Transportation Security Administration) layoffs in 2026?

Explore Glassdoor’s employee reviews to understand what current and former employees are saying about TSA (Transportation Security Administration) layoffs and their outlook for job security at TSA (Transportation Security Administration) in 2026.

TSA (Transportation Security Administration) reviews

3.4

56% would recommend to a friend

(2,921 total reviews)

David P. Pekoske

64% approve of CEO

45% positive business outlook

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TSA (Transportation Security Administration) has an employee rating of 3.4 out of 5 stars, based on 2,921 company reviews on Glassdoor which indicates that most employees have a good working experience there. The TSA (Transportation Security Administration) employee rating is in line with the average (within 1 standard deviation) for employers within the Gobierno y Administración Pública industry (3.6 stars).

Reviews by job title

3K reviews

1.0

Feb 27, 2016

Like it is

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

The passengers for the most part are great, especially the regular business travelers. 401k (thrift savings) benefits are very good.

Cons

Very inconsistent in interpretation of anything. Supervisors, managers and SOC support are never held accountable for anything. A lot of favoritism and negativity, makes for a very stressful and toxic work environment, even when you are not part of it. Supervisors and higher up change the rules to suit themselves not what is SOP, don't question anything, they will retaliate negatively.

2.0

Feb 26, 2016

TSO

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Benefits great people. Close to home

Cons

All advancements are based off of seniority which allows motivated intelligent qualified people to stay stagnant for years

3.0

Feb 26, 2016

TSO

Anonymous employee

Recommend

CEO approval

Business Outlook

Pros

Easy job if you like dealing with people.

Cons

Will not go into this...

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