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Department of Homeland Security

Within the US Federal Government, the Department of Homeland Security is responsible for preparing for, preventing and responding to domestic emergencies -- particularly terrorist attacks and natural disasters -- that threaten the nation's residents and infrastructure. In order to accomplish this goal, it coordinates and utilizes the efforts of thousands of resources within state, local and federal agencies.

The department was established on November 25, 2002, as a response the the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks. It consolidated several government offices into one overriding umbrella group. There are many components to the DHS.  Read more on a few of the many possible career paths with Homeland Security below.

Customs and Border Patrol Agent

Customs and Border Patrol's priority mission is to prevent terrorists and terrorist weapons from entering the United States and ensuring the security of our nation at America's borders and ports of entry.

Transportation Security Administration Agent

There are many different career paths within the TSA. One of the most invisible is Air Marshal. On the other end of the spectrum, work as a TSA Officer is often as the first point of security contact for air travelers.

Immigration and Customs Enforcement Agent

As the largest investigative arm of the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is a law enforcement agency.