U.S. Border Security Agent

We protect the nation's interests by securing our borders and preventing illicit activities.

• Evaluate individuals suspected of violating immigration laws, inspecting documents and possessions to determine citizenship or violations.

Fundamental duties include:

• Detecting/questioning people suspected of violating immigration/custom laws inspects documents/possessions determining citizenship/violations


• Preventing/apprehending undocumented noncitizens smugglers at/or near borders via surveillance covert positions (infrared scopes night operations)


• Interpreting/tracking physical evidence of illegal entry persons/contraband (immigration/criminal code enforcement)