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Melissa
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What's sorts of jobs should I be looking for if I just received my Masters in Criminal Justice in Homeland Security?
I want to know what terms or words I should be looking towards to obtain a career in my new field. I don't care if its government or a company or even a social impact group because I would get the chance to help people also while getting some sort of experience in my field. Especially, when I am considering a Ph.D. involving human trafficking or women and terrorism. #criminal-justice #government #social #recruitment
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Ld Hy
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Hi Melissa - looks like you'd asked this question back in February...sorry to see no one has taken a swing at yet! No idea if you're still on this site or not, but I'll give it a try. Right now (I think) there is probably still some hesitation on hiring in the federal government, which is regrettable. That being said: LET THEM TELL YOU 'NO.' If you want a government job, APPLY for it! If you're not interested in working in government or if you are looking for private sector experience, you may find some success in trying to get in with a think-tank (probably in DC). Thinking "out of the box," you might also approach a tech company dealing with international tracking of cargo, ships and aircraft (you'll have to search those out a bit). While they may NOT be looking for someone like you, I would ask them who they know who might be able to use someone with your education. A referral is sometimes more valuable than getting hired! Last but not least, there are other companies (Booz-Allen-Hamilton, eg) who contract for the government for a variety of services. While they frequently try to hire prior gov or military types, again: let them tell you 'no.' Best of luck!
Silvia Hernandez Martinez
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Armed with a Master's degree in Criminal Justice, specializing in Homeland Security, you can explore a myriad of career paths in homeland security, law enforcement, and related fields. Here are some potential job prospects:
Homeland Security Specialist/Analyst: Join government entities or private firms, where you'll assess national security risks, conduct threat analyses, and devise strategies to counteract terrorist threats and other homeland security issues.
Intelligence Analyst: Scrutinize intelligence data to pinpoint potential national security threats, evaluate risks, and suggest action plans to government bodies like the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Bureau of Investigation, or Central Intelligence Agency.
Emergency Management Coordinator: Design, orchestrate, and execute emergency readiness and response initiatives for government bodies, municipalities, or private firms. Craft emergency response strategies, conduct training drills, and collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies during emergencies and disasters.
Border Patrol Agent: As a law enforcement officer, secure U.S. borders and entry points, detect and prevent illegal immigration, drug smuggling, and other illicit activities. Serve agencies like U.S. Customs and Border Protection or Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Counterterrorism Specialist: Formulate and execute strategies to combat terrorism and violent extremism, including intelligence collection, surveillance, and investigations. Join government bodies, law enforcement organizations, or consulting firms specializing in counterterrorism efforts.
Cybersecurity Analyst: Concentrate on shielding critical infrastructure, government systems, and sensitive data from cyber threats and attacks. Evaluate cybersecurity risks, create security policies and procedures, and enforce security measures to protect digital assets.
Policy Analyst/Advisor: Review homeland security policies and legislation, conduct research on emerging threats and trends, and offer policy suggestions to government bodies, legislators, or advocacy organizations.
Criminal Justice Instructor/Professor: Educate students in criminal justice, homeland security, or related subjects at colleges, universities, or training academies. Pass on your expertise to the upcoming generation of law enforcement and homeland security professionals.
Security Consultant: Offer consulting services to government bodies, corporations, or nonprofit organizations on security risk management, threat assessment, emergency readiness, and adherence to homeland security regulations and standards.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Coordinator: Organize emergency medical services and response initiatives during disasters, mass casualty events, or other emergencies. Collaborate with EMS agencies, hospitals, and emergency management organizations to ensure effective medical response and care.
These are just a handful of the diverse career paths open to those with a Master's degree in Criminal Justice with a concentration on Homeland Security. Depending on your interests, skills, and experience, you can pursue various roles within government bodies, law enforcement, emergency management, intelligence analysis, cybersecurity, and consulting.
Homeland Security Specialist/Analyst: Join government entities or private firms, where you'll assess national security risks, conduct threat analyses, and devise strategies to counteract terrorist threats and other homeland security issues.
Intelligence Analyst: Scrutinize intelligence data to pinpoint potential national security threats, evaluate risks, and suggest action plans to government bodies like the Department of Homeland Security, Federal Bureau of Investigation, or Central Intelligence Agency.
Emergency Management Coordinator: Design, orchestrate, and execute emergency readiness and response initiatives for government bodies, municipalities, or private firms. Craft emergency response strategies, conduct training drills, and collaborate with local, state, and federal agencies during emergencies and disasters.
Border Patrol Agent: As a law enforcement officer, secure U.S. borders and entry points, detect and prevent illegal immigration, drug smuggling, and other illicit activities. Serve agencies like U.S. Customs and Border Protection or Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
Counterterrorism Specialist: Formulate and execute strategies to combat terrorism and violent extremism, including intelligence collection, surveillance, and investigations. Join government bodies, law enforcement organizations, or consulting firms specializing in counterterrorism efforts.
Cybersecurity Analyst: Concentrate on shielding critical infrastructure, government systems, and sensitive data from cyber threats and attacks. Evaluate cybersecurity risks, create security policies and procedures, and enforce security measures to protect digital assets.
Policy Analyst/Advisor: Review homeland security policies and legislation, conduct research on emerging threats and trends, and offer policy suggestions to government bodies, legislators, or advocacy organizations.
Criminal Justice Instructor/Professor: Educate students in criminal justice, homeland security, or related subjects at colleges, universities, or training academies. Pass on your expertise to the upcoming generation of law enforcement and homeland security professionals.
Security Consultant: Offer consulting services to government bodies, corporations, or nonprofit organizations on security risk management, threat assessment, emergency readiness, and adherence to homeland security regulations and standards.
Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Coordinator: Organize emergency medical services and response initiatives during disasters, mass casualty events, or other emergencies. Collaborate with EMS agencies, hospitals, and emergency management organizations to ensure effective medical response and care.
These are just a handful of the diverse career paths open to those with a Master's degree in Criminal Justice with a concentration on Homeland Security. Depending on your interests, skills, and experience, you can pursue various roles within government bodies, law enforcement, emergency management, intelligence analysis, cybersecurity, and consulting.