Virginia Secretary of Public Safety

Secretary of Public Safety and Homeland Security of the Commonwealth of Virginia
since January 17, 2026
StyleMr. Secretary
Member ofVirginia Governor's Cabinet
NominatorThe governor
AppointerThe governor with advice and consent from the Senate and House
Term length4 years
Inaugural holderWayne A. Whitham
(as Secretary of Transportation and Public Safety)
FormationApril 8, 1972
Websitepshs.virginia.gov

The secretary of public safety and homeland security is a Virginia government executive that serves as a member of the Virginia Governor's Cabinet. The current nominee for the position is Stanley Meador, appointed by Governor Abigail Spanberger.