Learn More about Counterterrorism Jobs in the Department of Homeland Security from Henley-Putnam University

There are many different types of counterterrorism jobs in the Department of Homeland Security. The primary mission of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), for example, is to prevent terrorist attacks in the United States and to work with other federal, state, and local agencies to coordinate response efforts.

Incorporating some 22 distinct organizations within the Department, DHS is also in charge of administering and enforcing the nation’s immigration’s policies (primarily through the Transportation Security Administration, Immigration and Customs Enforcement, and Customs and Border Patrol).

The Department of Homeland Security plans to hire more than 15,000 customs and border protection officers and border patrol agents and over 22,000 transportation safety officer (airport security screeners) around the United States in the next year (source: Partnership for Public Service).

Those interested in counterterrorism jobs in the Department of Homeland Security should know that DHS actively recruits, trains, and deploys counterterrorism and intelligence analysts and specialists to work at headquarters in Washington, DC or at dispersed sites located in large port and commercial cities around the world and throughout the United States.

Regardless of which specific type of counterterrorism job you have within the Department of Homeland Security, you need to possess knowledge and skills in intelligence management and counterterrorism. At Henley-Putnam University, we equip all of our students with practical skills to operate professionally and proactively in the ever-changing strategic security environment.

Our highly-relevant Bachelor or Master of Science Degrees in Intelligence Management, Terrorism and Counterterrorism Studies, and Management of Personal Protection, as well as our Doctorage Degree in Strategic Security, offer courses that range from Advanced Domestic Terrorism and Background Investigations to Computer Intrusion Defense and Advanced Protective Intelligence.

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WHY CHOOSE HENLEY-PUTNAM?

  • Henley-Putnam University is the only accredited (DETC) university that specializes exclusively in intelligence, counterterrorism and protection and offers over 100 courses on topics such as covert actions, counterterrorism and intelligence team management. By completing a degree here you will further differentiate yourself as a specialist among your peers. ursue a Bachelor's or Master's Degree within your chosen specialty, or a Doctorate Degree in Strategic Security.
  • Regardless of which degree you choose to pursue, all of our degrees can be completed online. We offer a level of personalized and confidential service that gives our students access to top faculty members and administrators.
  • Henley-Putnam faculty members are leaders within their specialties who have served in senior roles working for intelligence organizations such as the CIA, DIA, FBI, US Secret Service, and Special Forces. Our faculty members bring, on average, 21 years of practical wisdom and hands-on experience.
  • Each one of our students is paired with a faculty career mentor who will help them navigate the world of Intelligence and Strategic Security. In this industry, who you know is essential to your future success.
  • Students immediately become part of a valuable network of strategic security and intelligence professionals.

Henley-Putnam University’s BS/MS Degrees in Intelligence and Counterterrorism help prepare you for many counterterrorism jobs in the Department of Homeland Security.

Speak to one of our Admissions Coordinators today at 1-888-852-8746 or complete the form on the side and we will contact you to take the next step.