border security specialist

Protecting the nation's borders requires a unique blend of skills and qualifications.

• The primary goal is to detect and question individuals suspected of violating immigration and customs laws.

• An individual must be able to think critically, stay alert at all times, and remain vigilant in order to effectively prevent aliens from entering or exiting the country undetected. This includes making arrests when necessary. The ability to analyze situations quickly and make sound judgments will also be key for success as this position entails working under high stress conditions with time-sensitive decisions having significant consequences.
  

The daily work environment can range from quiet rural areas to busy urban centers along US-Mexico border regions where law enforcement strategies often need adapting due immediate changes circumstances surrounding surveillance operations,