Department Of Homeland Security jobs

Border Patrol Agent US Border Patrol Nationwide Summary *Recruitment Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents will be offered up to a $20,000 incentive. The first $10,000 will be paid upon successful completion of the academy, with the remaining $10,000 awarded for accepting a prioritized location. See the duties section for a list of prioritized locations. *Retention Incentive* Newly appointed Border Patrol Agents may also qualify for up to $40,000 in additional incentives distributed over the next four years. Duties The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is calling on those who want to help protect American interests and secure our Nation. DHS Components work collectively to prevent terrorism; secure borders and our transportation systems; protect the President and other dignitaries; enforce and administer immigration laws; safeguard cyberspace; and ensure resilience to disasters. We achieve these vital missions through a workforce spanning hundreds of occupations. Make an impact; join DHS. Being a Border Patrol Agent makes you a valuable member of the Federal Law Enforcement Officer (LEO) profession. Typical assignments include: Detecting and questioning persons suspected of violating immigration and custom laws and inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations Preventing, and apprehending undocumented noncitizens and smugglers of noncitizens at or near the borders by maintaining surveillance from covert positions to include using infrared scopes during night operations Interpreting and following tracks, marks, and other physical evidence of illegal entry of persons or contraband Performing farm checks, building checks, traffic checks, city patrols, and transportation checks Patrolling the international boundary

Information Technology Specialist (Applications Software) Ashburn, Virginia Summary Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Information and Technology, Border Enforcement Management System Directorate located in Ashburn, VA. Additional selections may be made for other organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above. Duties Joining the Customs and Border Protection Office Information and Technology will allow you to use your expertise designing, documenting and developing software applications. This position starts at a salary of $143,913.00 (GS-14, Step 1) to $187,093.00 (GS-14, Step 10). Apply for this exciting opportunity to strengthen Homeland Security by supporting new or existing software applications. GS Salary: Visit this link to view the locality pay tables by geographic area. If you do not see your geographic area listed, select the "Rest of United States" pay table. Some positions fall under a special pay rate depending on the series, grade level and location of the position. Please visit this link to view special pay rate charts. In this Information Technology Specialist (Applications Software) position you will become a key team member of Homeland Security professionals to ensure that various Information Technology (IT) application software components. Typical work assignments include: Translating and interpreting departmental Information Technology policies, standards and guidelines to agency-wide software design. Evaluating and recommending adoption of new or enhanced approaches to deliver agency-wide software and IT services. Managing information technology (IT) projects to ensure that developed solutions meet customer requirements. Defining project

Human Resources Specialist Denver, Colorado Summary As a Human Resources Specialist, the incumbent applies experience and knowledge of human resources laws, systems, program principles, concepts, regulations, and practices, analytical methods and techniques to perform routine, multiple, and varying assignments in their program area(s) serving as an individual contributor or team member. Duties This Human Resources Specialist position is located at Denver International Airport (DEN), Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). Duties include but are not limited to: Provides assistance to Senior HR Specialists, management and employees on personnel matters and develops internal procedures to assist with this effort. Uses established resources and procedures to research various HR related matters concerning performance evaluations, training, benefits, pay, leave, May serve as time and attendance (T&A) subject matter expert providing technical assistance to timekeepers regarding the operations of the timekeeping record system and the latest approved airport timekeeping system. As needed, investigates and resolves timekeeping problems associated with various and unrelated types of issues. Provides administrative advice and assistance to the Federal Security Director (FSD)/ Assistant Federal Security Director (AFSD) and exercises knowledge and skill in applying HR methods, principles sufficient to advise on or resolve moderately complex problems which are typically precedent in nature. Works with HQ Human Capital staff (e.g., staffing, benefits, worker's compensation, management employee relations) to coordinate and resolve employee issues involving service computation dates, pay inquiries, step increases, creditable military service, leave etc. Recruitment and Placement. Advises management on recruitment strategies, sources and special programs, which

Solutions Director - Intelligence & Homeland Security USA VA Herndon posted: Posted 30+ Days Ago

Security Engineer Washington, DC At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! You are: We are seeking a Security Engineer to assist in the design, development, and implementation of security and privacy measures and systems. Additionally, this person will support the development of security policies and procedures and monitor compliance with security and privacy standards. This person will help with the preparation of security documentation, conduct basic security assessments, and support incident response activities. This person will help conduct vulnerability assessments, and document security configurations. This person will assist in maintaining privacy impact assessments and ensuring adherence to privacy regulations. This person will be responsible for supporting security compliance and privacy controls under supervision. This person will help monitor security and privacy metrics and assist in conducting security and privacy training. This person will be responsible for supporting the security

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Telecommunications Specialist Multiple Locations Summary Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Information and Technology, Field Support Directorate Northwest Central, Southwest Region, located in: 3 - Havre, MT 1 - Nogales, AZ 1 - El Paso, TX 1 - Douglas, AZ Location Preference: You may select ONE location where you would be willing to work. This announcement has been amended on 6/10/2026 to extend the closing date to 6/15/2026. Duties Joining the Customs and Border Protection Office of Information and Technology will allow you to use your communication skills to design, develop, and monitor voice, data, and video surveillance systems. This position starts at a salary of $61,722.00 (GS-09, Step 1) to $97,081.00 (GS-11, Step 10) with promotion potential to $116,362.00 (GS-12 Step 10). GS Salary: Visit this link to view the locality pay tables by geographic area. If you do not see your geographic area listed, select the "Rest of United States" pay table. Some positions fall under a special pay rate depending on the series, grade level and location of the position. Please visit this link to view special pay rate charts. In this Telecommunications Specialist position, you will become a key member of Homeland Security professionals by coordinating and conducting performance measurements on new and advanced wireless telecommunication equipment and techniques. Typical work assignments include: Installing, troubleshooting, repairing, redesigning, and maintaining telecommunications systems. Configuring and maintaining telecommunication networks and applications, such as intrusion detection systems,

Business Operations Specialist Arlington, Virginia Summary View Common Definitions of terms found in this announcement. Organizational Location: This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations, in Arlington, Virginia. This is non-bargaining unit position. This announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies within the National Capital Region. Duties As a Business Operations Specialist, at the full performance level you will perform the following duties: you will perform the following duties: Coordinates with customers and program managers to identify resources including staffing, funding equipment, facilities and delivery or performance schedules and changes to the scope of work; Assists Contracting Officers and customers with improvements and changes that would facilitate better work performance and streamline procurement process; Functions as an expert consultant working with program staff to identify program needs and accomplish mission requirements; Prepares reports/correspondence for submission to upper management regarding the status of assigned projects; Conducts assignments that span the acquisition life cycle from the initial planning, through describing complex technical requirements, market research, proposal evaluation, contract monitoring, performance assessment and problem resolution. Evaluation You will be evaluated based on how well you meet the qualifications listed in this vacancy announcement. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your application materials (e.g., resume, supporting documents), your responses on the application questionnaire, and your responses to all assessments required for this position. You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics): Attention to Detail Contracting/Procurement Customer

Security Specialist Washington, District of Columbia Summary The ideal candidate will have a background in security technology, and access control; exceptional customer skills; collaborate, communicate effectively; a self-starter; proficient use of information systems; and remarkable writing skills. Apply comprehensive knowledge of security programs, coordinate objectives and implement specialized security program(s). Responsible for maintaining integrity and protection of highly sensitive information and programs. Duties What will I do in this position if hired? Typical assignments include: Maintaining awareness of all organizational activities that are OPSEC sensitive and advises appropriate personnel about the organization's OPSEC posture and the likelihood that OPSEC can be adequately maintained for those activities. Planning and initiates special projects and conducts special studies to promote and improve overall quality, efficiency, and effectiveness of security programs. Representing the OPSEC program on internal and inter-agency working groups or panels to address security policy, procedures, and program-related issues, including education, training and awareness, and assists in briefing agency supervisors, managers, and the FEMA community, as required What else do I need to know? At FEMA, our mission is to help people before, during and after disasters, and every employee at FEMA has a role in emergency management. Every FEMA employee has regular and recurring emergency management responsibilities, though not every position requires routine deployment to disaster sites. All positions are subject to recall around the clock for emergency management operations, which may require irregular work hours, work at locations other than the official duty station, and may include duties other than

SUPERVISORY MISSION SUPPORT SPECIALIST Aguadilla, Puerto Rico Summary Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, U.S. Border Patrol, Ramey Sector, Mission Readiness Operations, located in Aguadilla, Puerto Rico. Additional selections may be made for other organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above. Duties Relocation Authorized Position: Due to the current funding hiatus, all relocations will be placed on hold at the time of selection. As soon as the hiatus ends and funding becomes available, you will be contacted by the CBP Hiring Center to coordinate an enter on duty (EOD) date and complete the necessary relocation forms. Relocation expenses have been authorized for this position. See the Relocation Expenses Reimbursed section of this announcement and U.S. Border Patrol Paid Moves for additional details. In this Supervisor Mission Support Specialist role, you will become a key team member of Homeland Security individuals involved in supervising administrative positions who provide services in direct support of operations programs. This position starts at a salary of $106,437.00 (GS-13, Step 1) to $138,370.00 (GS-13, Step 10). GS Salary: Visit this link to view the locality pay tables by geographic area. If you do not see your geographic area listed, select the "Rest of United States" pay table. Some positions fall under a special pay rate depending on the series, grade level and location of the position. Please visit this link to view special pay rate charts. As a Supervisory Mission Support Specialist,

Seized Property Specialist Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Summary Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Field Operations, Baltimore Field Office, Port of Philadelphia, Fines, Penalties & Forfeiture, located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. Duties Joining the Customs and Border Protection Office of Field Operations will allow you to use your expertise to provide for the inventory and safe storage of seized illegal narcotics and prohibited goods that have not met the requirements for entry into the U.S. This position starts at a salary of $82,289.00 (GS-11, Step 1) to $106,982.00 (GS-11, Step 10) with promotion potential to $128,221 (GS-12 Step 10). As a Seized Property Specialist, you will become a key team member of Homeland Security professionals overseeing the inventory and safe storage of seized illegal narcotics and prohibited goods. Typical work assignments include: Performing comprehensive reviews, evaluations, surveys, and other assessments pertaining to the operational functions relating to seized property management. Ensuring compliance with processes and procedures pursuant to established CBP policies provided for in the Seized Asset Management and Enforcement Procedures Handbook (SAMEPH) for the custody, preservation, and disposition of seized or forfeited property through to resolution, within the FPF Officer's (FPFO) authority. Planning, preparing for and participating in the seized property destruction operations. Overseeing the acceptance of seized property for storage in the permanent seizure vault and consigning property to the national seized property contractors in compliance with established timeframes set by national policy and procedures. Developing and providing

Public Safety Cyber Technical Director Washington, DC At Accenture Federal Services, nothing matters more than helping the US federal government make the nation stronger and safer and life better for people. Our 13,000+ people are united in a shared purpose to pursue the limitless potential of technology and ingenuity for clients across defense, national security, public safety, civilian, and military health organizations. Join Accenture Federal Services, a technology company within global Accenture. Recognized as a Glassdoor Top 100 Best Place to Work, we offer a collaborative and caring community where you feel like you belong and are empowered to grow, learn and thrive through hands-on experience, certifications, industry training and more. Join us to drive positive, lasting change that moves missions and the government forward! You Are: AFS is seeking an experienced Senior Cyber Engineer/Security Architect to join a mission‑focused team supporting federal government clients across the Public Sector Portfolio. This role provides expert‑level network security architecture, design, and implementation services while ensuring compliance with federal security requirements. The ideal candidate will possess deep knowledge of emerging cyber threat intelligence, secure cloud infrastructure, secure AI integration, and leadership of high‑performing teams in DevSecOps environments. The Work: - Design, implement, and maintain secure network and cybersecurity architectures for federal government clients. - Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure all security requirements are fully addressed. - Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior team members. - Stay current on emerging cyber threats, vulnerabilities, and security technologies. - Present security solutions, assessments, and

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Transportation Security Officer Sitka, Alaska Summary Transportation Security Officers are responsible for providing security and protection of travelers across all transportation sectors in a courteous and professional manner. Their duties may also extend to securing high-profile events, important figures and/or anything that includes or impacts our transportation systems. Duties Salary Information: The salary range for Sitka, AK (SIT - Sitka 'Rocky Gutierrez' Airport) is $56,302 to $69,512 or $26.98 to $33.31 per hour and includes locality pay of 32.36% and COLA pay of 3%, and a retention incentive of 5% of adjusted pay that is unique to this duty location. The continuation of the incentive portion of this hourly rate is contingent upon annual approval and funding. Sign-on Bonus: The Transportation Security Administration is currently offering a sign-on bonus of up to $10,000 for this duty location; paid out in two installments during the first 12 months of service. The amount of the airport's sign-on bonus is subject to change or elimination based on operational needs, however, any applicable sign-on bonus amount will be communicated and agreed upon during the final job offer process. At this time, this airport is only seeking qualified female candidates to meet mission related staffing needs. The applications of male candidates will be accepted but not considered until staffing needs change. This Transportation Security Officer position is located in Transportation Security Administration, Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As a Transportation Security Officer (TSOs) within Security Operations (SO), you will provide security and protection of air

Sr. Solutions Director - Intelligence & Homeland Security USA VA Herndon posted: Posted 30+ Days Ago

Contract Specialist (Pathways Recent Graduates) Multiple Locations Summary This position is located in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Office of the Chief Procurement Officer. All DHS-HQ announcements have a 5 business day open period due to the number of applications received. Non-BU: This is a non-bargaining unit position. Duties In this position as a Contract Specialist (Pathways Recent Graduates) GS 1102 7, your typical work assignments may include the following under supervision: Serving on a team specializing in acquisition to administer previously negotiated and formally advertise contracts. Assisting with requirements planning and the development and review of statements of work. Preparing acquisition documents and obtain legal, financial, and staff review. Assisting higher-graded staff with the day-to-day administration of acquisition activity. Assuring data in information systems for assigned work is complete, current, and accurate. Recent Graduates hired through this announcement are eligible to convert into positions up to the Full Performance of GS-12. This is an excepted service appointment under the Pathways Recent Graduates Program. After successful completion of the program requirements, the individual may at the agency's discretion be converted to a term of career or career-conditional appointment. All DHS-HQ announcements have a 5-business day open period due to the number of applications received. This announcement will be open for 5-business days OR until the first 150 applications have been received, whichever happens first. View common definitions of terms found in this announcement: Common Definitions. Education Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department

Solutions Architect SME - Intelligence & Homeland Security USA VA Herndon posted: Posted 30+ Days Ago

Human Resources Specialist Multiple Locations Summary Protect your homeland and defend your culture. Join USCIS, America's frontline defense against illegal foreign infiltration and fraud. As a Human Resources Specialist, you will serve as subject matter expert, leading teams in the development and oversight of Human Resources policies and programs. Duties Design and carry out special studies to develop policy guidance and other related duties as assigned. Review, identify, and propose alternative human resource policies; and analyzes, explains, proposes and defends the relative merits of available options. Provide expert advice on complex human resource issues and recommend program plans, goals, and objectives that support major organizational changes and the HCT mission. Serve as project lead and/or collaborate with team members to carry out highly complex special projects and assignments that involve coordination with the internal and external stakeholders. Develop approaches to interpret and implement legislation, policies, procedures, and strategies governing the planning and delivery of large-scale human resource functions, information systems, and services. Provide human resource policy guidance in the areas of compensation, leave administration, classification, recruitment, employee benefits, HR information systems, employees relations, workplace flexibilities (e.g. alternative work schedule). Requirements Conditions of Employment: You must be a U.S. Citizen or U.S. National to apply for this position Successfully pass a Background Investigation including financial disclosure You must pass a drug screening Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service Political appointees may require OPM approval before on-boarding USCIS applies the Telework Enhancement Act of 2010 to its

Education Program Specialist New London County, Connecticut Summary This vacancy is for a GS-1720-12, Education Program Specialist located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, OPERATING LOCATION-MUSEUM DIVISION -CG-09241 -NEW LONDON CT in NEW LONDON, Connecticut. Duties You will serve as an Education Program Specialist and be responsible for managing the National Coast Guard Museum (NCGM) education program, which includes the NCGM's interpretive programming Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM) - based educational programming, establishing multiple formal museum-based education programs, and conducting education outreach events. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Developing and implementing museum-wide programming working with contractor, museum curator, director of exhibits and programs to interpret and present the history and skills of the USCG in an interactive and immersive fashion to multiple audiences. Creating museum exhibits and presentations for educational purposes for audiences related to the USCG's history and missions. Developing STEM based programming for early education audiences, K-8, High School, and/or adult development participants. Coordinating the overall development, management, control, and execution of the STEM educational programs, developing plans of action to ensure established goals are met consistently and in a timely manner. Establishing and fostering external relationships with local, regional, national, and international institutions, historical and cultural organizations. Establishing and implementing a field trip program for grades 4 to 12, classroom- based learning, and museum presentations focusing on USCG's values, history, and culture. Interpreting and utilizing USCG, Department of Homeland

Physical Security Program Manager, DC Security AMER C New Carlisle, Indiana, USA Amazon Web Services (AWS) and Amazon.com serve customers and developers all over the world who rely on storage, compute, and other services that power Amazon's consumer, digital and AWS businesses. Our customers trust us to handle their data with air-tight security. Customer data security is a given and a guarantee for our businesses. AWS Infrastructure Physical Security team is looking for a highly talented and motivated Physical Security System Project Manager and Technology Expert to lead physical security projects. This position will be responsible for the management of data center physical security systems and projects. A successful candidate will be responsible for interpretation of Threat Assessments and AWS Physical Security Standards to assure the proper security mitigations are selected to meet the unique challenges in each area. You will be responsible for collaborating with AWS architectural and engineering teams to assure each data center meets the high standards AWS sets for physical security. After implementation, this position will be responsible for assuring local security teams have the technical knowledge and resources necessary to meet the physical security mission. ` - Considered candidates should be at least 18 years old. - As this is a GovCloud region, selected candidate requires US Citizenship or equivalent status. Effective May 15, 2017, logical access to the AWS GovCloud region will be restricted to Amazon employees who are U.S. Citizens. (GovCloud may NOT be accessed from outside of the United States) Key job

Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) - SHADOW WOLVES Sells, Arizona Summary View Common Definitions of terms found in this announcement. Organizational Location: These positions are located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, Homeland Security Investigations, in Sells, Arizona. These are non-bargaining unit positions. Duties As a Criminal Investigator (Special Agent) - SHADOW WOLVES, you will perform the following duties: Serve as a Special Agent for interagency, multi-jurisdictional, international, and/or inter-organizational inquiries and investigations. Conduct investigations of marked difficulty and responsibility associated with trade, travel, finance, and immigration for combatting illicit activities associated with individuals, businesses, employers, criminal organizations or criminal conspiracies, and cyber systems and networks. Utilize a combined methodology of intelligence, investigative techniques, and legal authorities to conduct investigations and associated activities. Apply knowledge of the trends, laws, and investigative case development, independently or in coordination with other law enforcement officers (LEOs) or agencies to accomplish work. Prepare written documentation utilizing expert knowledge in support of investigations. Education ********OTHER ADDITIONAL INFORMATION: Current Federal Employees: Current federal employees who apply to this announcement may be required to accept a change to lower grade which will reduce their current salary based on Federal pay regulations. Pay retention will not apply. Current ICE employees in the 1811 job series will not be eligible for consideration under this vacancy announcement. For current 1811s you may be re-promoted; eligibility will be based on the completion of mandatory training, including the Criminal Investigator Training Program (CITP, or equivalent) and HSI Special

Program Manager (Executive Secretariat) Washington, District of Columbia Summary Organizational Location: This position is with the Department of Homeland Security, within U.S. Customs and Border Protection, Office of Facilities and Asset Management, 1 vacancy located in Washington, DC. Additional selections may be made for other organizational divisions and/or units within the duty location(s) listed above. Duties In this Program Manager (Executive Secretariat) position you will become a key team member of Homeland Security professionals involved in establishing and maintaining mature task management programs, with a charter, defined roles and responsibilities, processes, templates, and metrics. This position starts at a salary of $143,913.00 (GS-14, Step 1) to $187,093.00 (GS-14, Step 10). GS Salary: Visit this link to view the locality pay tables by geographic area. If you do not see your geographic area listed, select the "Rest of United States" pay table. Some positions fall under a special pay rate depending on the series, grade level and location of the position. Please visit this link to view special pay rate charts. As Program Manager typical duties include: Serving as the Executive Secretariat, providing a wide range of high-level executive, programmatic, strategic, and project support to the OFAM Assistant Commissioner, Deputy Assistant Commissioner and Chief of Staff (COS). Guiding OFAM task management and reporting to support effective, timely, and accurate information sharing and work product delivery, to include Agency, Departmental, and other federal deliverables. Establishing and maintaining mature task management programs, with a charter, defined roles and responsibilities, processes, templates, and metrics.

Supervisory Security Specialist Alameda, California Summary This vacancy is for a GS-0080-13, Supervisory Security Specialist located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, MIFC PAC SECURITY and FASSO BRANCH in ALAMEDA, California. Duties You will serve as a Supervisory Security Specialist and be responsible for managing a section of military and civilian security specialist, intelligence specialists and information systems technicians both in Alameda, CA and satellite offices in Seattle, WA and Honolulu, HI. The incumbent is responsible the management and oversight of the maintenance and physical accreditation of SCIFs. Implementing SCI physical security policy as delineated by the DNI and in accordance with Coast Guards standards. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Supervises PACAREA FASSO, consisting of one GS-13, three GS-12s, one Chief Petty Officer, and two additional petty officers (E-6). Supervises satellite FASSO offices consisting of two GS-13s, two GS-12s, one Chief Petty Officer, and one additional Petty Officer (E-6) Establishing an organizational environment that positively influences employees' ability to deliver high quality services. Providing security oversight of the SCI program to include; personnel, facilities and resources. Conducting SCI security briefings, indoctrinations, and debriefings; obtaining Nondisclosure Statement; and performing other related personnel security actions. Implementing the technical and administrative requirements of DCID 6/3, DoDIIS Security Certification & Accreditation Guide, and JDCSISSS for all systems and sites that process, store, and/or transmit intelligence information which are under their purview. Managing, supervising and providing SCI security