Career Timeline of Todd Lyons: Major Achievements and Milestones

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 17, 2026

How Todd Lyons built a successful career. Explore key moments that defined the journey.

Todd Michael Lyons is a law enforcement officer currently serving as the acting director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). He assumed this role on March 9, 2025.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

1993: Enlisted in the Air Force

In 1993, Todd Lyons began his service in the United States Air Force.

1999: Entered Law Enforcement in Florida

In 1999, Todd Lyons entered law enforcement in Florida.

2007: Joined ICE ERO

In 2007, Todd Lyons joined U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement's (ICE) Enforcement and Removal Operations (ERO) division as an immigration enforcement agent, beginning his service in Dallas, Texas.

August 2014: Chief of Staff for ERO Dallas

In August 2014, Todd Lyons became the chief of staff for the ERO Dallas Field Office director.

March 2015: Chief of Staff for ERO Dallas

In March 2015, Todd Lyons was the chief of staff for the ERO Dallas Field Office director.

April 2015: Assistant Field Office Director in ERO Dallas

In April 2015, Todd Lyons became an assistant field office director in ERO Dallas.

September 2017: Assistant Field Office Director in ERO Dallas

In September 2017, Todd Lyons was the assistant field office director in ERO Dallas.

October 2024: Acting Assistant Director of Field Operations for ICE

In October 2024, Todd Lyons was promoted to the position of acting assistant director of field operations for ICE.

2024: Potential ICE Director

In 2024, after Donald Trump won the presidential election, Todd Lyons was considered a "favorite" to be named director of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement.