It is violating, no question there. I'm so sorry you do not have a choice in the matter. I can feel your frustration. I used to have to travel for my job and hated that part of travel too. Any consideration to looking for another job that doesn't require so much travel? Just a thought.
There are no easy answers for airport security. They are always a step behind the cunningness of those who are trying to harm us. I really appreciate security trying to keep us safe but I do wish there was a another way.