Special Agent: STEM-Engineering Background

Use your STEM background to become an FBI special agent!

The transition from engineering to special agent is more than a career move—it’s an opportunity to upskill and become an expert in your field. At the FBI, you won’t just use your software development experience; you’ll also work on cases that challenge you to think critically, adapt quickly, and collaborate with elite professionals tackling national security threats. Your ability to uncover crucial information, problem‑solve, and apply your technical knowledge will help protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats.

With specialized training, real‑world investigative experience, and access to cutting‑edge technology, you’ll refine your systems and programming skills, enhance your expertise, and develop the foundation to become a leader in your field. The Bureau matches your dedication with a commitment to professional growth, a supportive work environment, and a robust benefits package that prioritizes you.

• Click on the “Apply” button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website.
• Click the “Start” button to begin. You will be prompted to either sign in to continue or register with FBIJobs if you don’t already have an account.
• Follow the step‑by‑step process to submit your interest. You must complete all sections of the form and attach all required documents.

Required documents:

• Your resume (max two pages, detailing relevant work experience and dates).
• College transcripts if applicable.
• Veterans: DD‑214. Disabled Veterans: DD‑214, SF‑15, and a VA letter dated 1991 or later.

Pay level: $99,461.00–$ (commensurate with base, locality, and availability pay).

• Plan and conduct investigations of potential violations of federal laws, cybersecurity, and public safety.
• Exercise judgment, resourcefulness, and versatility in meeting investigative demands.
• Create and maintain effective liaison relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial, and international law‑enforcement agencies.
• Maintain a level of physical fitness to ensure readiness required to perform law‑enforcement duties.

• U.S. citizen.
• Ability to obtain a Top Secret SCI clearance.
• Willingness to travel as required.
• Meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.

Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree or higher (preferably in engineering or a related field) from a U.S. accredited college or university. All degrees must be verified by submitting college transcripts.

The FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Unless explicitly authorized by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of, color, race, religion, national origin, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age (40 or over), sex, pregnancy and related conditions, or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other nonmerit factors.

• Associate

• Full‑time

• Science, Analyst, and Research
• Biotechnology Research, Law Enforcement, and Civil Engineering

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