[2] The position of Deputy Secretary was created along with the creation of the Department of Homeland Security in 2002.

1 Rand Beers served as acting deputy secretary in his capacity as Undersecretary of Homeland Security for National Protection and Programs.

6 Ken Cuccinelli served as the senior official performing the duties of deputy secretary in his capacity as acting director of United States Citizenship and Immigration Services.

7 Kristie Canegallo served as acting deputy secretary in her capacity as chief of staff.

[7] 8 Benjamine Huffman served as acting deputy secretary in his capacity as Director of the Federal Law Enforcement Training Centers.