Transit Safety Security Specialist

AECOM

Transit safety specialist leading FTA- and APTA-based risk, safety, and security projects for AECOM. Developing certifications, PTASPs, hazard analyses, 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 Safety & Security Certification Standards. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams, develop safety documentation, and conduct training for internal and external clients.

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Public Transportation Safety Certification Training Programs (PTSCTP, TSSP)State Safety Oversight (SSO) ExperienceCertified Safety Professional (CSP)FTA Safety & Security Certification ProcessHazard and Vulnerability Analysis/Assessments

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Hard Skills

Risk Management ProcessesSafety & Security Certification DocumentationPTASP Development and Annual Review ProcessCPTED Design StandardsADA Design StandardsNFPA 130 Design StandardsSafety & Security Design Review

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunication

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Transportation Safety Certification (PTSCTP and/or TSSP)FTA TSSP Bus/Rail Certification

Industry Keywords

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Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cyber Security

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, TSSP) experience
State Safety Oversight (SSO) experience
Successful experience in U.S. domestic Cybersecurity and SS
Public Transportation Safety Certification (PTSCTP and/or TSSP) preferred
Certified Safety Professional (CSP) preferred
FTA TSSP Bus/Rail Certification preferred
Working proficiency with CPTED Design Standards
Working proficiency and project delivery compliance involving ADA Design Standards
Working proficiency and project deliveries involving 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 and project deliveries involving Safety & Security Design Review
Proven proficiency and project deliveries involving Hazard and Vulnerability Analysis/Assessments
Relocation is not offered
Sponsorship is not offered; candidates must not require sponsorship now or in the future

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
Resources to expand technical expertise and leadership skills