Transit Safety Security Specialist

AECOM

Transit safety specialist leading FTA/APTA certification, risk, and security projects for AECOM, a global infrastructure consulting firm. Developing safety analyses, PTASPs, reviews, training, and client deliverables.

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, including risk management processes, safety certification standards, and project delivery compliance. Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and deliver training while developing and reviewing safety documentation.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Public Transportation Safety CertificationCertified Safety ProfessionalFTA TSSP Bus/Rail CertificationHazard and Vulnerability AnalysisSafety & Security Certification Documentation

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Hard Skills

Risk Management ProcessesPHA DevelopmentTVA DevelopmentSafety & Security Design ReviewPTASP DevelopmentSSC Document PreparationSSC Peer ReviewCPTED Design StandardsADA Design StandardsNFPA 130 Design Standards

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunicationWorkshop FacilitationMentoring

Certifications & Qualifications

Public Transportation Safety CertificationCertified Safety ProfessionalFTA TSSP Bus/Rail Certification

Industry Keywords

FTA Safety & Security Certification ProcessAPTA Safety & Security Certification StandardsState Safety OversightU.S. Domestic CybersecuritySafety & Security

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 risk management processes developed by FTA and industry standards from APTA
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

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 (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
Proven project task lead experience involving PTSCTP, TSSP, State Safety Oversight (SSO), U.S. domestic Cybersecurity, and Safety & Security (SS)

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
Training and development programs
In-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location