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Last Updated: November 14, 2022 | Site Page

Honoring Veterans

The Department of Homeland Security is committed to engaging the skills, talents, and experience of our nation’s veterans. We are proud to be one of the three agencies that hire the most veterans across the federal government; veterans enrich our workforce and help us meet our mission. 25.3% of our DHS workforce is made up of veterans who are continuing to serve in new ways. Veterans at DHS are our colleagues, friends, and neighbors, and they strengthen our organization and enrich our diverse workforce.

Last Updated: November 10, 2022 | Press Releases

Message from Secretary Mayorkas on the Observance of Veterans Day

This year’s theme for Veterans Day is at the very center of military service: honor. Honor reflects the value and tradition of answering the call to duty, in service of one’s team, our institutions, and the nation.  There are 16.5 million American veterans who embody this ethos, but none more so than the 54,000 veterans honorably serving in our Department of Homeland Security.  It is an unparalleled privilege to serve alongside our DHS veteran colleagues and witness their inspiring dedication to our mission every day.

Last Updated: November 7, 2022 | Blog

Message from Deputy Secretary Tien on National Veterans and Military Families Month

Secretary Mayorkas and I are committed to delivering the resources and support veterans need as they still proudly serve. For example, I am hosting a webinar on the PACT Act today, detailing new support and services available to Post-9/11 combat veterans. We will also be having events for veterans to include community service opportunities throughout November. This November - National Veteran and Military Families month - DHS will also recognize our colleagues who are still proudly serving their country. I encourage all of you to join this effort. Find time to have a conversation with a colleague who served in the military, read a story about a veteran serving alongside you on DHS Connect, or join a veteran and participate in a community service activity.

Last Updated: May 27, 2022 | Site Page

Benefits for Veterans

The DHS veteran community is an essential part of the Department’s workforce. Veterans bring talent, experience, and patriotism to DHS. Below is a list of resources available for our veteran employees and their families.

Last Updated: May 5, 2022 | Site Page

Military Spouse Opportunities

The Department is hiring qualified military spouses to fill various Department of Homeland Security positions. To be considered under this authority, applicants must meet the military spouse requirements listed below, as well as the qualifications for the position.

Last Updated: January 7, 2022 | Site Page

Warriors-to-DHS Pathway

The Warriors-to-DHS Pathway (W2DHS) offers veterans transitioning from military service to civilian service the opportunity to gain the education, training, and experience they need to become Contract Specialists in the Acquisition Professional Career Program (APCP).

Last Updated: October 4, 2021 | Publication

Follow Up Questions and Answers from the Services for Noncitizen Veterans Webinar

This site contains the presentation and follow up questions and answers from the CIS Ombudsman's Webinar Series: Services for Noncitizen Veterans.

Last Updated: August 20, 2021 | Publication

The CIS Ombudsman's Webinar Series: Services for Noncitizen Veterans

August 2, 2021, CIS Ombudsman hosted a webinar to discuss Executive Branch work to remove barriers and support our Nation’s noncitizen service members, veterans, and immediate family members of service members. 

Last Updated: August 18, 2021 | Blog

Veterans Support Resources from the VA

Veterans may question the meaning of their service or whether it was worth the sacrifices they made. They may feel more moral distress about experiences they had during their service. It’s normal to feel this way.

Last Updated: July 2, 2021 | Press Releases

DHS, VA Announce Initiative to Support Noncitizen Service Members, Veterans, and Immediate Family Members

Secretary of Homeland Security Alejandro N. Mayorkas and Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis R. McDonough announced a new initiative to support our Nation’s noncitizen service members, veterans, and the immediate family members of service members.