Cyber & National Security Special Agent

Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI); Richland (WA); On-site; USD 103,000 - 197,000; Full time

Job summary

The FBI is seeking a Special Agent in the United States to investigate cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats. The role leverages your investigative expertise to protect national security and public safety, conducting high-stakes inquiries and coordinating with partners across agencies.

You must be a U.S. citizen with a bachelor’s degree, 2 years federal law enforcement experience, Top-Secret/SCI clearance eligibility, and readiness for full-time work, extensive travel, and field

Qualifications

• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Bachelor’s degree or higher from a U.S. accredited college or university.
• Be eligible for Top-Secret SCI clearance.
• Possess 2 years of federal law enforcement experience (1811).
• Be able to legally possess a firearm.
• Must be 23–37 years old (exceptions may apply).
• Willing to travel and be assigned to FBI field offices.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct investigations of potential violations of federal laws.
• Exercise judgement, resourcefulness, and versatility in meeting investigative demands.
• Create and maintain 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.

Skills

Federal law enforcement experience

Top-Secret clearance eligibility

U.S. citizen

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher

Job description

The FBI is seeking a Special Agent in the United States to investigate cyberattacks, terrorism, fraud, and evolving threats. The role leverages your investigative expertise to protect national security and public safety, conducting high-stakes inquiries and coordinating with partners across agencies.

You must be a U.S. citizen with a bachelor’s degree, 2 years federal law enforcement experience, Top-Secret/SCI clearance eligibility, and readiness for full-time work, extensive travel, and field