Introduction
The Department of Homeland Security was created by the government in 2011 after the September 11th attack. Its major function is to ensure maximum protection of US citizens and safeguarding the country from foreign and domestic attacks. It draws professionals from different backgrounds whose agenda is to maintain peace and stability. The DHS professionals include border patrol agents, emergency management specialist, cyber security specialists, intelligence analysts, and law enforcement officers amongst others.
Border Patrol agent
A border patrol agent avoids illegal entrants of both people and goods in the country. They are situated alongside the borders and spend most of their time moving on patrol. The agents are expected to work up to 9 hours a day, but they are not restricted to work for overtime (Jones, 2006). On a general point of view, the job outlook is good and attractive since the compensation is hefty. I think the career is rewarding, and the agents are assigned the responsibility of patrolling the land borders and coastal waters and prevent the illegal entry of aliens, terrorists, weapons or drugs in the U.S.
Emergency management specialist
An emergency management specialist assists the communities to brace themselves and provides a response to natural, technological, and other calamities. This personnel is always expected to be ready to act upon emerges that sprouts unknowingly. Candidates who qualify for the position have proper management and leadership skills that are critical towards emergency management. In my opinion, this career is for people who are always alert and flexible to work in any environment. An Emergency management specialist is used to work irregular hours and working at workstations rather than the official duty stations which make it more attractive.
Cyber security specialists
The Department of Homeland Security also requires Cyber security specialists to guarantee maximum protection to data and network systems connected to the internet. They are charged with different responsibilities, and this includes protecting databases of information, computer software, or also computer networks and systems. The job outlook of cyber security specialists is speculated to excite many people in the current generation. Personally, I like the career since it allows us to showcase our digital skills in the computer field as we assist in the protection of confidential information away from intruders or third parties (Hobijn, 2002). The people working in this sector receives satisfactory compensation, and this also attracts people to pursue the career.
Intelligence analysts
Intelligence analysts are expected to interpret information from the various field. They filter a lot of information and works with other partners to eliminate homeland security-related crimes. In the current situation, DHS is recruiting intelligence analysts to offer service in the department. Intelligence analysts work for long hours and provides information that seems to safeguard the country from any poised terrorist threats. The career requires clever people who can judge a situation with less effort and time wastage.
Law enforcement officer
The Department of Homeland Security is not complete in the absence of Law enforcement officers. The offers are charged with the responsibility of maintaining peace within the country by taking part in deterring and investigating crimes. The police officers are examples of law enforcement officers, and they play various responsibilities in the daily operations. The Law enforcement officers are expected to patrol all parts of the country, enforce the law, maintain order, and also apprehend and arrest any suspected criminal. I would not like to work as a law enforcement officers because the functions of the people in this field are general and not specific like in other careers (Carter and Carter, 2009). The DHS does not have an option, and it's compulsory for them to employ law enforcement officer to boosts their operations.
References
Carter, D. L., & Carter, J. G. (2009). The intelligence fusion process for state, local, and tribal law enforcement. Criminal Justice and Behavior,36(12), 1323-1339.
Hobijn, B. (2002). What will homeland security cost?. Economic Policy Review, 8(2).
Jones, E. (2006). Careers in homeland security. Occupational Outlook Quarterly, 2-3.
