Hank is an agent with the Drug Enforcement Agency in Albuquerque. He is married to Skyler White's sister, Marie.Hanks career proves to be the driving force behind Walters decision to pursue meth production. While on a ride-along with Hank, Walter is reconnected with Jesse, a small-time cook whose operation the DEA was attempting to bust.Hank has a somewhat stereotypical personality for an officer of the law, a gruff, mans man who is cynical about criminals. Hes seen it all when it comes to the drug business. In his early-40s, Hanks career is still on the rise. He has aspirations to climb the ladder in the DEA, perhaps moving to a larger department or to headquarters in Washington.