Cyber Defense Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 94,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeks candidates for the Special Agent role, leveraging a cybersecurity or technology background to safeguard national security. The position emphasizes data analysis, pattern recognition, and rigorous investigations across cyber, fraud, and violent crime areas.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, able to obtain a Top Secret SCI clearance, and willing to travel as required; a bachelor’s degree in related fields is preferred.

Qualifications

• Analytical thinking and data analysis to identify patterns and evidence.
• Attention to detail and the ability to work with complex data sets.

Responsibilities

• 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 the readiness required to perform law enforcement duties.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/Engineering/Data Science/IT

Job description

The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) seeks candidates for the Special Agent role, leveraging a cybersecurity or technology background to safeguard national security. The position emphasizes data analysis, pattern recognition, and rigorous investigations across cyber, fraud, and violent crime areas.

Applicants must be U.S. citizens, able to obtain a Top Secret SCI clearance, and willing to travel as required; a bachelor’s degree in related fields is preferred.