Some form of post-secondary degree or certification is now required for most emergency management jobs, as for many of the positions that fall under the broader emergency management heading.

A degree in emergency management ensures that an individual will be able to display the competency and up-to-date knowledge required to pursue real-world experience. Experienced professionals can find employment in nearly any industry because every company needs an emergency preparedness plan to ensure safety.

The Department of Homeland Security is committed to engaging the skills, talents and experience of our nation’s veterans. This is being done through efforts to increase veteran employment opportunities, expand contracting opportunities for veteran-owned businesses, and enhance veteran engagement. The efforts in veteran recruiting include coordinating with other departments on special veteran programs and events.

Given the vital role veterans play in advancing the Department of Homeland Security’s mission, the Department works every day to cultivate a stronger relationship with the veteran community.

Homeland security jobs are widely sought after and include many specialties. Currently the highest demand in the public sector is for people trained in security, disaster management and emergency matters. The need for skilled intelligence analysts, policy analysts, managers, translators, trainers, and technical experts is also high. In the private sector, there is high demand for corporate security personnel in the defense, financial services and technology industries.

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