Customs and Border Protection Officers

In order to uncover infractions of immigration and customs laws and regulations, it is necessary to investigate and examine individuals, common carriers, goods, and merchandise entering or leaving the United States, as well as between states.

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ABOUT CUSTOMS AND BORDER PROTECTION OFFICER CAREERS

As hard as computer hackers fight to break into protected networks, information security experts labour even harder to keep prying eyes at bay. Information security analysts create and implement security procedures to safeguard an organization's computer networks and systems. As the volume and complexity of cyberattacks increase, so do their inventiveness and originality. It is critical in this profession to keep up with new technologies and preventive measures. Information security analysts build and maintain firewalls, data encryption tools, and other software, monitor their firm for security breaches, and even simulate assaults to find flaws in their system. Their work is the inverse of hacking, and security analysts must be able to breach a system's protections as well as develop them. Information security analysts work for computer businesses, consulting firms, or commercial and financial firms. Most work conventional full-time hours but may be required to be on call in the event of an emergency. Information security analysts normally require a bachelor's degree in computer science, programming, or a similar discipline, while some firms prefer individuals with a Master of Business Administration in Information Systems. As the world of information security rapidly advances, new specialised education and training programmes emerge, yet having an inventive streak will remain an essential trait for these individuals. 

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Exposure to extreme environmental conditions
Physical demands
Exposure to job hazards
Comfort of the work setting
Work closely with team members, clients etc.
Communication with others
Job challenge and pressure to meet deadlines
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Critical decision making
Leadership
Dealing and handling conflicts
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Communicating with Supervisors, Peers, or Subordinates Know More
Evaluating Information to Determine Compliance with Standards Know More
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Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events Know More
Interacting With Computers Know More
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