Transit Safety Security Specialist

AECOM

Transit safety specialist leading risk, certification, and security projects for AECOM’s infrastructure consulting business. Developing safety analyses, PTASPs, compliance documentation, and client training across the United States.

Posted 8/25/2026full-timeRemote • Phoenix • New Mexico • 🇺🇸 United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $100,000 - $150,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Public Transportation Safety Certification, risk management processes, and compliance with industry standards. Proficient in developing safety and security documentation, conducting peer reviews, and delivering training to multidisciplinary teams.

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Public Transportation Safety Certification Training ProgramsCertified Safety ProfessionalFTA TSSP Bus/Rail CertificationHazard and Vulnerability Analysis/AssessmentsSafety & Security Certification Documentation

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Hard Skills

Risk Management ProcessesPHA DevelopmentTVA DevelopmentSafety & Security Certification ProcessPTASP DevelopmentSafety & Security Design ReviewCPTED Design StandardsADA Design StandardsNFPA 130 Design StandardsSSC Document Preparation

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationWorkshop FacilitationMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Transportation Safety Certification Training ProgramsCertified Safety ProfessionalFTA TSSP Bus/Rail Certification

Industry Keywords

FTAAPTASafety & Security Certification StandardsDCCCCSCCSSCMVR CheckProject Delivery Compliance

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead project tasks for internal and external clients across the United States
Apply FTA-developed risk-management processes and APTA industry standards
Develop PHAs/TVAs and associated mitigations/countermeasures
Hold workshops with multidisciplinary groups and committees
Develop CELs/CILs
Develop DCCCs/CSCCs
Interact directly with agency clients and project managers
Prepare SSC documents and reports
Develop, review, and update PTASPs annually
Conduct SSC peer reviews
Deliver SSC training for internal and external clients
Provide direction and guidance to multidisciplinary colleagues and junior staff
Complete assignments with minimal oversight from senior management

Requirements

What you’ll need

BA/BS + 6 years of related experience or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
Ability to pass MVR check
Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Programs (PTSCTP and/or TSSP) preferred
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred
FTA TSSP Bus/Rail Certification preferred
Working proficiency with CPTED Design Standards
Working proficiency with ADA Design Standards and project delivery compliance
Working proficiency with NFPA 130 Design Standards
Proven proficiency with the FTA Safety & Security Certification Process
Proven proficiency with APTA Safety & Security Certification Standards
Proven proficiency with PTASP Development and Annual Review Process
Proven proficiency with Safety & Security Certification Documentation
Proven proficiency with Safety & Security Design Review
Proven proficiency with Hazard and Vulnerability Analysis/Assessments
Sponsorship is not offered now or in the future
Ability to work in the United States; relocation is not offered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical, dental, and vision benefits
Life and AD&D insurance
Disability benefits
Paid time off
Leaves of absence
Voluntary benefits and perks
Flexible work options
Well-being resources
Employee assistance program
Business travel insurance
Service recognition awards
Retirement savings plan
Employee stock purchase plan
Award-winning training and development programs
In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location