Special Agent

Job Description

Join to apply for the Special Agent role at the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI).

The position advertised has been exempted from the federal civilian hiring freeze. As an FBI special agent, you will directly impact national security by leveraging your background in law enforcement, cybersecurity, and related fields to protect our nation from cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats. You will conduct high‑stakes investigations and use your technical expertise to uncover crucial information. Your transition from a specialized career to a special agent role will be transformative, allowing you to tackle national security challenges in innovative ways.

Every day brings new challenges that demand adaptability and resilience, but you are supported by a commitment to professional growth, a supportive work environment, and a robust benefits package that prioritizes you.

STEP 1:
Click on the “Apply” button to be directed to the FBIJobs Careers website.

STEP 2:
Click the “Start” button to begin. You will be prompted to sign in or register with FBIJobs if you don’t already have an account.

STEP 3:
Follow the step‑by‑step process to submit your interest. You must complete all sections of the form and attach all required documents to successfully submit your interest.

• Your resume, not exceeding two (2) pages, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates.
• Other supporting documents:
  • College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement.
  • Veterans: DD 214;
    Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF‑15, and VA letter dated 1991 or later.

Pay level for this position: $99,461.00–$. Salary is 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.

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be able to obtain a Top Secret Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI) Clearance.
• Must be willing to travel as required.
• Must meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements.
• Must have a bachelor's degree or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university.

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 non‑merit factors.

Associate

Full‑time

Other

Law Enforcement, Armed Forces, and Government Administration