Cyber & National Security Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 133,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the United States seeks a SPECIAL AGENT to protect the nation from cyber-attacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats. This role involves conducting high-stakes investigations and applying extensive expertise to uncover crucial information for national security challenges.

The position requires U.S. citizenship, a bachelor’s degree or higher, eligibility for Top-Secret SCI clearance, and the ability to pass a Physical Fitness Test.

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. Citizen
• Have a bachelor's degree or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university
• Possess one (1) year of full-time sworn law enforcement experience and a bachelor’s degree or a master’s/doctorate with no work experience OR two years of work experience with a bachelor’s and a master’s/doctorate or one year with master’s/doctorate
• Be eligible for a Top-Secret SCI Clearance
• Be able to legally possess/carry a firearm
• Be at least 23 years old and not have reached your 37th birthday on appointment; exceptions may apply
• Meet the FBI’s Employment Eligibility requirements
• Must pass the Physical Fitness Test
• Meet the medical requirements
• Possess a valid driver's license with at least six months driving experience
• Be available for assignment to any of the FBI’s 56 Field Offices
• Travel may be required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct investigations of potential violations of federal laws.
• Exercise judgement, resourcefulness, and versatility in meeting investigative demands.
• Create and maintain effective liaison relationships with federal, state, local, tribal, territorial and international law enforcement agencies.
• Coordinate and/or participate in searches, seizures, and arrests.
• Carry a firearm and be willing to use force, to include deadly force, if necessary.
• Maintain a level of physical fitness to ensure readiness required to perform law enforcement duties.

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) in the United States seeks a SPECIAL AGENT to protect the nation from cyber-attacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats. This role involves conducting high-stakes investigations and applying extensive expertise to uncover crucial information for national security challenges.

The position requires U.S. citizenship, a bachelor’s degree or higher, eligibility for Top-Secret SCI clearance, and the ability to pass a Physical Fitness Test.